JP6848955B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

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

Conventionally, there is, for example, a pachinko machine as a typical example of a game machine (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2002-102462 (Page 3-4, Fig. 2)

However, the conventional example having such a configuration is as follows.

That is, in the conventional pachinko machine, for example, decorative parts are attached to the front side.

The present invention was made in view of such circumstances, and an object thereof is to provide a gaming machine having a decoration highly decorative part.

The present invention has the following configuration in order to achieve such an object.

That is, the present invention
In a game machine with decorative members
The decorative member, said predetermined state which includes a plurality of different light-transmittable resin molded member having an external shape, fitted with a pre-Symbol plurality of light-transmitting resin molded member in different locations predetermined game components in a predetermined direction as viewed It is characterized in that one of the light-transmitting resin molding members is arranged so as to partially cover the other light-transmissive resin molding member in a directional view.

According to the gaming machine according to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine having a decoration highly decorative part.

It is a schematic front view of the pachinko machine of the Example of this invention. It is a front view which shows the structure of the game board. It is a rear view which shows the structure of a pachinko machine. It is a block diagram which shows the electric structure of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display content of the 3rd symbol display device. It is a front view of the center frame of an Example. It is an exploded perspective view in the state which the center frame of an Example is seen from the rear upper left. It is an exploded perspective view in the state which the center frame of an Example is seen from the front upper right. FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line AA in FIG. FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line BB in FIG. It is a figure which shows the overlapping positional relationship of the 1st to 3rd light transmission covers constituting a gradation decorative component. It is an exploded perspective view of the main part in a state where the gradation decorative part is seen from the rear upper left. FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a gradation of the gradation decorative parts.

Hereinafter, various embodiments of the pachinko gaming machine (hereinafter, simply referred to as “pachinko machine”) will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

The pachinko machine of the first embodiment will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko machine 10, FIG. 2 is a front view of the game board 30 of the pachinko machine 10, and FIG. 3 is a back view of the pachinko machine 10. FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10. FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram showing the display contents of the third symbol display device 42.

As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine 10 has an outer frame 11 that forms an outer shell of the pachinko machine 10 and is fixed to a game island of a game hall (hall), and one side portion (for example, the front surface) of the outer frame 11. An inner frame 12 supported so as to be openable and closable with respect to the outer frame 11 with the left side portion in view as an opening / closing shaft, and an inner frame 12 having one side portion (for example, the left side portion in front view) as an opening / closing shaft J1. It includes a front frame set 14 that can be opened and closed with respect to the frame 12.

The outer frame 11 is formed of a wooden plate material in a rectangular shape as a whole when viewed from the front, and each plate material is assembled by a detachable fastener such as a machine screw. In the present embodiment, for example, the outer dimension of the outer frame 11 in the vertical direction is 809 mm (inner dimension 771 mm), and the outer dimension in the left-right direction is 518 mm (inner dimension 480 mm). The outer frame 11 may be made of a light metal such as resin or aluminum.

The inner frame 12 is roughly classified into a resin base (not shown) as a main member forming the outer shape thereof and a game board 30 (see FIG. 2) attached to the resin base (not shown). Further, as shown in FIG. 1, the inner frame 12 includes a front frame set 14 that can be opened on one side on the front side of the resin base (not shown).

Specifically, the resin base (not shown) has an opening having a substantially rectangular outer shape and a substantially central portion thereof as a front view (a game area 30a (see FIG. 2) described later). It is a plate-shaped member with an opening of the same size).

The front frame set 14 is attached to the inner frame 12 so as to be openable and closable with the vertical opening / closing shaft J1 as the axis on the left side of the front view. In other words, the front frame set 14 is openable and closable with respect to the resin base (not shown).

The game board 30 (see FIG. 2) is detachably attached to the back surface side of the resin base so that the game area 30a is located at the opening of the resin base (not shown).

Here, the front frame set 14 will be described in a little more detail.

As shown in FIG. 1, the front frame set 14 is attached to the inner frame 12 so as to be openable and closable, and like the inner frame 12, the opening and closing shaft extending vertically to the left when viewed from the front of the pachinko machine 10 is the axis. It can be opened to the front side.

As shown in FIG. 1, the front frame set 14 has a lower plate unit 13 located at the lowermost portion, an upper plate unit 21 located above the lower plate unit 13, and the upper plate unit 21 when viewed from the front. It is roughly classified into a glass frame portion 23 located on the upper side of the above. The lower plate unit 13, the upper plate unit 21, and the glass frame portion 23 are attached to each of the front side portions of the base plate body (not shown) to form the front frame set 14.

As shown in FIG. 1, the lower plate unit 13 is fixed to the lowermost portion of the base plate body (not shown) by fasteners such as screws so as to be located at the lowermost portion of the front frame set 14. ing. The lower plate unit 13 includes a lower plate 15, a ball pulling lever 17, and a game ball launch handle 18 on the front side thereof.

The lower plate 15 as a ball receiving plate is provided in a substantially central portion of the lower plate unit 13, and the game balls discharged from the discharge port 16 can be stored in the lower plate 15. The ball pulling lever 17 is for pulling out (discharging) the game ball in the lower plate 15, and by moving the ball pulling lever 17 to the left side in FIG. 1, a predetermined position on the bottom surface of the lower plate 15 is removed. The game ball that has been opened and stored in the lower plate 15 can be pulled out downward through the opening portion on the bottom surface of the lower plate 15.

As shown in FIG. 1, the game ball launch handle 18 is arranged so as to project to the right side of the lower plate 15 and to the front side. In response to the operation of the game ball launch handle 18 by the player, the game ball is driven into the game area 30a of the game board 30 shown in FIG. 2 by the game ball launcher 38. The game ball launching device 38 includes, for example, a game ball launching handle 18 and a launching device 229 (see FIG. 4). As shown in FIG. 1, the sound output unit 24 outputs sound from speakers provided inside or at two locations on the upper left and right sides of the front frame set 14 when viewed from the front. It is an output port of.

As shown in FIG. 1, the upper plate unit 21 is a base plate body (not shown) by fasteners such as screws so as to be located at a lower portion of the front frame set 14 (a position directly above the lower plate 15 described above). It is fixed to the lower part in the front view of the above, and is provided with an upper plate 19 as a saucer for a game ball. Here, the upper plate 19 is a ball tray for temporarily storing the game balls and guiding them toward the game ball launching device 38 while arranging them in a row.

As shown in FIG. 1, the glass frame portion 23 includes a window portion 101 formed on the upper side of the upper plate unit 21.

That is, as shown in FIG. 1, the front frame set 14 has most of the game area 30a (see FIG. 2) of the game board 30 external to the central portion of the glass frame portion 23 located above the upper plate unit 21. A window portion 101 having a substantially vertically elongated elliptical shape is formed so as to be visually recognizable from the above. Specifically, the window portion 101 has a substantially vertically elongated elliptical shape and a hollow in the center, and a glass unit (not shown) is provided in the front frame set 14 so as to cover the hollow portion with a glass plate 137 having a substantially vertically elongated elliptical shape or the like. It is attached to the back side. The glass unit (not shown) has a double glass structure in which two glass plates 137 are arranged close to each other in the front-rear direction. The substantially central portion of the window portion 101 may be linear, and the glass plate 137 may also be adapted to the shape. Further, the glass plate 137 is not limited to glass, and any material thereof may be used as long as it is a transparent plate having a predetermined strength.

Further, as shown in FIG. 1, the glass frame portion 23 includes various illuminated portions (first illuminated portion 300, second illuminated portion 302, and third illuminated portion 304) around the window portion 101. ing. That is, as shown in FIG. 1, the front frame set 14 has a first illuminated portion 300 (left illuminated portion) with a built-in LED or the like at a left portion around the window portion 101 when viewed from the front. The second illuminated part 302 (right side illuminated part) having an LED or the like built in the right part around the window 101, and the third illuminated part 304 having an LED or the like built in the upper part around the window 101. (Upper lighting part) is provided. These illuminated parts play a role of enhancing the effect during the game by controlling the change of the light emitting mode such as lighting and blinking according to the change of the game state at the time of a big hit or a predetermined reach.

In the pachinko machine 10, the first illumination unit 300, the second illumination unit 302, and the third illumination unit 304 function as jackpot lamps, and by turning on and blinking at the time of jackpot, the jackpot is being hit. Notify. In addition, the first illumination unit 300 and the second illumination unit 302 of the pachinko machine 10 are provided with a prize ball lamp 105 that lights up while paying out the prize ball, and an error indicator lamp 106 that lights up when a predetermined error occurs. ing. Further, a small window 107 made of transparent resin is provided on the peripheral edge of the window portion 101 at a portion diagonally lower to the right so that a part of the inner frame 12 surface, the game board 30 surface, and the like can be visually recognized. Since the predetermined portion of the small window 107 is flat, a certificate stamp or the like attached to the lower right corner of the game board 30 can be suitably read by a machine from the flat portion of the small window 107.

Further, a ball lending operation unit 120 is arranged below the window portion 101, and the ball lending operation unit 120 is provided with a ball lending button 121 and a return button 122. When the ball lending operation unit 120 is operated with bills, cards (for example, prepaid cards), etc. inserted into a card unit (ball lending unit) (not shown) arranged on the side of the pachinko machine 10, the ball lending operation unit 120 responds to the operation. Pachinko balls are rented. The ball lending button 121 is operated to obtain a lending ball based on the information recorded on the card or the like (recording medium), and the lending ball is supplied to the upper plate 19 as long as the remaining amount is present on the card or the like. Will be done. The return button 122 is operated when requesting the return of the card or the like inserted in the card unit. The ball lending operation unit 120 may be further provided with a frequency display unit (not shown). This frequency display unit (not shown) displays the balance information of the card or the like. A pachinko machine, a so-called cash machine, in which a game ball is directly lent to an upper plate from a ball lending device or the like without going through a card unit, eliminates the need for the ball lending operation unit 120. Therefore, a decorative sticker or the like is attached to the installation portion of the ball rental operation unit 120. As a result, it is possible to standardize the ball lending operation unit between the pachinko machine using the card unit and the cash machine.

As shown in FIG. 2, the game board 30 has a shape in which both corners on the left side of the square plywood are removed from the front view, and the peripheral portion (outer portion of the rails 51 and 52 described later) is inside. The frame 12 is attached in a state of being in contact with the back side of the resin base (not shown), and the game area 30a, which is a substantially central portion on the front side of the game board 30, is shown in FIG. 1 having a substantially elliptical shape of the resin base. It is visible from the front outside of the front frame set 14 through the window 101 (glass plate 137).

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 device 33 (for example, an operating chucker), a third starting opening 34 (for example, a through gate), and a variable display device unit 35. These general winning openings 31, variable winning devices 32, starting winning devices 33, third starting ports 34, and variable display device units 35 are respectively arranged in the through holes formed by router processing in the game board 30. It is attached from the front side of the game board 30 with wood screws or the like. A game ball enters the general winning opening 31, the variable winning device 32, and the starting winning device 33, and the winning ball is detected by a detection switch (winning opening switch, count switch, operating port switch) (not shown) described later. Based on the output of the detection switch, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the upper plate 19 (or the lower plate 15).

Further, as shown in FIG. 2, in the start winning device 33, a first start port 33a (for example, an actuating chucker) and a second start port 33b (for example, an actuating chucker) are arranged vertically in this order from the top. It consists of a single winning device. Then, the first start port 33a on the upper side is provided with an operation port switch (passage detection switch) for the first start port 33a (not shown), and the ball enters the first start port 33a. It is detected by the operation port switch (not shown) for the start port 33a of 1. Further, the second starting port 33b on the lower side is provided with an operating port switch (passage detection switch) for the second starting port 33b (not shown), and the ball enters the second starting port 33b. It is detected by the operation port switch (not shown) for the start port 33b of 2. That is, in either case of entering the game ball into the first starting port 33a on the upper side or entering the game ball into the second starting port 33b on the lower side, it is a starting prize. There is no change, and those incoming balls can be detected individually.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 2, the game board 30 is provided with an out port 36, and a game ball that has not entered various winning devices or the like is passed through the out port 36 to a ball discharge path (not shown). It is supposed to be guided to the direction. A large number of nails (not shown) are planted in the game area 30a of the game board 30 in order to appropriately disperse and adjust the falling direction of the game ball.

The variable display device unit 35 and the first symbol display device 40 that variablely displays the first symbol (for example, a special symbol) as identification information by using the winning of the first start port 33a and the second start port 33b as a trigger. , The second symbol display device 41 that variablely displays the second symbol (for example, a normal symbol), the first starting port 33a, and the second starting port 33b, triggered by the passage of the third starting port 34, are awarded. As a trigger, a third symbol display device 42 that variablely displays the third symbol (for example, a decorative symbol) is provided.

The first symbol display device 40 includes, for example, a plurality of (two in this embodiment) two-color light emitting type LEDs (light emitting diodes) 40a, which emit variable light based on the entry of a ball into the first starting port 33a. 40b, the hold display unit 40c displayed on the screen on the third symbol display device 42, which indicates the number of hold of the variable display on the LEDs 40a and 40b, and the variable light emission based on the entry into the second starting port 33b, etc. A screen display is displayed on the third symbol display device 42, which indicates a plurality of (two in this embodiment) two-color light emitting type LEDs (light emitting diodes) 40d, 40e and the number of pending fluctuation display by the LEDs 40d, 40e. It is provided with a hold display unit 40f to be displayed.

The LEDs 40a and 40b, which emit variable light based on the entry of the ball into the first starting port 33a, can emit light in red and blue, for example. The first symbol display device 40 alternately changes the emission colors of the LEDs 40a and 40b to generate a variable display state of the first symbol (in this embodiment, the emission color modes of the LEDs 40a and 40b). When both LEDs 40a and 40b stop in the red light emitting state, a probabilistic jackpot (specific hit) is shown, and when both LEDs 40a and 40b stop in the blue light emitting state, a normal jackpot (non-specific hit) is shown, and both LEDs 40a and 40b show each other. When stopped in a different color emission state, it indicates disengagement.

Similar to the above, the LEDs 40d and 40e that emit variable light or the like based on the entry of the ball into the second starting port 33b can emit light in red and blue, for example. The first symbol display device 40 alternately changes the emission colors of the LEDs 40d and 40e to generate a variable display state of the first symbol (in this embodiment, the emission color modes of the LEDs 40d and 40e). When both LEDs 40d and 40e stop in the red light emitting state, a probabilistic jackpot (specific hit) is shown, and when both LEDs 40d and 40e stop in the blue light emitting state, a normal jackpot (non-specific hit) is shown, and both LEDs 40d and 40e show each other. When stopped in a different color emission state, it indicates disengagement.

As the first symbol display device 40, a single LED of a type capable of emitting light of at least three colors may be adopted, and the first symbol may be emitted by alternately emitting light of each color. When the LED stops in the light emitting state of the first color, it shows a probabilistic big hit (specific hit), and when the LED stops in the light emitting state of the second color, it shows a normal big hit (non-specific hit). , When the LED stops in the light emitting state of the third color, it may indicate disengagement. The above-mentioned first symbol display device 40 corresponds to the identification information variation display means in the present invention.

The second symbol display device 41 includes a display unit 41a on which, for example, "○" is drawn for the second symbol, a display unit 41b on which, for example, "x" is drawn for the second symbol, and a third symbol display. The device 42 has a hold display unit 41c that is displayed on the screen, and each time the game ball passes through the third start port 34, for example, the display symbols (ordinary symbols) by the display units 41a and 41b fluctuate, and the variation display thereof. Is configured to be in operation (open) for a predetermined time for a predetermined time when the second start port 33b on the lower side is stopped at a predetermined symbol. The number of times the game ball has passed through the third starting port 34 is held up to four times, and the number of times held is displayed on the hold display unit 41c. The display units 41a and 41b have LEDs (light emitting diodes) inside the display units 41a and 41b, and are configured to be variablely displayed by switching the light emission (or lighting of the lamp) of the LEDs. The above-mentioned second symbol display device 41 corresponds to the ordinary identification information variation display means in the present invention.

The third symbol display device 42 is composed of, for example, a liquid crystal display device, and the display content is controlled by the display control device 45 described later. On the third symbol display device 42, for example, as shown in FIG. 5 described later, three decorative symbol rows L, M, and R on the left, middle, and right are displayed. Each decorative symbol row L, M, R is composed of a plurality of decorative symbols, and these decorative symbols are variably displayed on the third symbol display device 42 so as to be scrolled for each decorative symbol row L, M, R. It has become so. In the present embodiment, the third symbol display device 42 (liquid crystal display device) includes, for example, a large liquid crystal display having an size of 11 inches. In the variable display device unit 35, a center frame 47 is arranged on the front side of the third symbol display device 42 so as to substantially surround the display screen of the third symbol display device 42 in a front view. The above-mentioned third symbol display device 42 corresponds to the decorative identification information (symbol) variation display means in the present invention, and the above-mentioned display control device 45 corresponds to the display control means in the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 2, the variable winning device 32 is normally in a closed state in which the game ball cannot or is difficult to win, and is in an open state in which the game ball is likely to win in the case of a big hit and a normally closed state. It is operated repeatedly. Such a state in which the variable winning device 32 is repeatedly operated in the open state and the normal closed state at the time of a big hit is called a specific gaming state (for example, a big hit state), and a large number of games are played in the variable winning device 32. Since the ball enters (wins) and a large amount of game balls are paid out in response to the prize, the gaming state is advantageous for the player. That is, in the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment, the number of game balls inserted (the number of game balls launched into the game area 30a by the game ball launcher 38) is the number of prize balls paid out (general winning opening 31). , The number of prize balls paid out based on the entry of the game ball into the variable winning device 32, the starting winning device 33, the third starting port 34, etc.) The state can be changed to a specific gaming state (for example, a big hit state) in which the number of balls paid out is larger than the number of balls thrown in.

More specifically, when the game ball wins a prize for the first starting port 33a, the two LEDs 40a and 40b of the first symbol display device 40 are variablely displayed, and the display of the LEDs 40a and 40b after the fluctuation is stopped is a preset light emission. A specific gaming state occurs when the modes are combined. For example, in the case of a light emitting mode in which both LEDs 40a and 40b stop in a red light emitting state, it indicates that the specific gaming state of the probability variation big hit (specific hit) has been won, and both LEDs 40a and 40b stop in the blue light emitting state. In the case of the light emitting mode of performing, it indicates that the specific game state of the normal big hit (non-specific hit) has been won, and in the case of the light emitting mode in which both LEDs 40a and 40b stop in the light emitting state of different colors, the light emitting mode is removed. (Failed to a specific game state) is shown.

Similar to the above, when the game ball wins the second starting port 33b, the two LEDs 40d and 40e of the first symbol display device 40 are variablely displayed, and the display of the LEDs 40d and 40e after the fluctuation is stopped is preset. A specific gaming state occurs when the combination of light emitting modes is used. For example, in the case of a light emitting mode in which both LEDs 40d and 40e stop in a red light emitting state, it indicates that the specific gaming state of the probability variation big hit (specific hit) has been won, and both LEDs 40d and 40e stop in the blue light emitting state. In the case of the light emitting mode of performing, it indicates that the specific game state of the normal big hit (non-specific hit) has been won, and in the case of the light emitting mode in which both LEDs 40d and 40e stop in the light emitting state of different colors, the light emitting mode is removed. (Failed to a specific game state) is shown.

The variable winning device 32 is configured so that the large winning opening 32a is in a predetermined open state and the game ball is easily won a prize (big hit state). Specifically, the large winning opening 32a of the variable winning device 32 is repeatedly opened a predetermined number of times (number of rounds), with the passage of a predetermined time or a predetermined number of winnings in the opened state as one round. Further, the number of times the game ball has passed through the first starting port 33a is held up to four times, and the number of times held is displayed on the hold display unit 40c. Further, the number of times the game ball has passed through the second starting port 33b is also held up to four times, and the number of times of holding is displayed on the hold display unit 40f. Although the hold display units 40c and 40f are supposed to hold and display on a part of the display screen of the third symbol display device 42, they may be turned on by using a hold lamp or the like.

Further, as shown in FIG. 2, a plurality of rails 51 and 52 for guiding the game ball launched from the game ball launching device 38 (see FIG. 3) to the upper part of the game board 30 are attached to the game board 30. The game ball launched by the rotation operation of the game ball launch handle 18 is guided to a predetermined game area 30a through the ball guide passage 49 described later of the plurality of rails 51 and 52. .. The plurality of rails 51 and 52 are long stainless steel metal strip-shaped members, and are attached to the game board 30 in double inside and outside. The inner rail 51 is formed in a substantially vertical elliptical ring except for about 1/4 above. The outer rail 52 is formed so that a part (mainly the left side portion) faces the inner rail 51. In such a case, the guide rail is formed by the inner rail 51 and the outer rail 52, and the ball guide passage 49 is formed by the portion (the portion on the left side when facing) in which the respective rails 51 and 52 are parallel to each other at a predetermined interval. .. The ball guide passage 49 is formed in a groove shape having a contact surface with the game board 30, that is, a groove shape in which the front side is open.

A return ball prevention member 53 is attached to the tip end portion (upper left portion in FIG. 2) of the inner rail 51. As a result, the situation in which the game ball once guided from the ball guide passage 49 between the inner rail 51 and the outer rail 52 to the upper part of the game board 30 returns to the inside of the ball guide passage 49 can be prevented. It has become. Further, in a state where the game board 30 is attached to the inner frame 12, at a position on the outer rail 52 corresponding to the maximum flight portion of the game ball (upper right portion in FIG. 2: a portion corresponding to the tip end portion of the outer rail 52). Is configured so that the return rubber 54 (member shown by the alternate long and short dash line in FIG. 2) provided on the inner frame 12 is located. Therefore, the game ball launched with a momentum equal to or higher than a predetermined value hits the return rubber 54 and is bounced off. Since the outer rail 52 is a long metal band made of stainless steel, the flight of the game ball can be made smoother, that is, the frictional resistance of the game ball can be reduced. As shown by the broken line in FIG. 2, the wall portion 60 (shown by the broken line in FIG. 2) formed in the inner frame 12 is located from the tip of the outer rail 52 to the right tip of the inner rail 51. The game area 30a is partitioned by the above.

The lower right corner of the game board 30 is a space for attaching a sticker (S1 in FIG. 2) such as a certificate stamp (for example, a serial number is written) or a plate. By sticking a sticker such as a certificate stamp (S1 in FIG. 2) to the lower right corner of the game board 30, the game board 30 and the certificate stamp can be unique.

Next, the game area 30a of the game board 30 will be described. As shown in FIG. 2, the game area 30a is divided into substantially vertically elongated circular shapes by the inner peripheral portions (inner and outer rails) of the inner rail 51 and the outer rail 52. In particular, in the present embodiment, the game board 30a is formed. The game area 30a partitioned on the board surface of the game is largely configured.

In the present embodiment, when the gaming area 30a is viewed from the front of the pachinko machine 10, the area surrounded by the inner rail 51 and the outer rail 52, excluding the area of the guide rail which is a parallel portion of the inner and outer rails 51 and 52. Area. Therefore, since the guide rail portion is not included in the game area 30a, the limit position on the left side of the game area 30a is specified not by the outer rail 52 but by the inner rail 51. Similarly, the right side limit position of the game area 30a is specified by the inner rail 51. Further, the lower limit position of the game area 30a is specified by the lower end position of the game board 30. Further, the upper limit position of the game area 30a is specified by the outer rail 52.

Although disclosure of detailed drawings is omitted, one game ball is supplied to the game ball launching device 38 from a ball outlet (a ball outlet leading from the most downstream portion of the upper plate 19) of the front frame set 14 (not shown). Will be done.

Next, the configuration of the back surface of the pachinko machine 10 will be described. As shown in FIG. 3, the pachinko machine 10 has various control boards arranged vertically and horizontally or stacked back and forth on the back surface (actually, the back surface of the inner frame 12 and the game board 30). Further, a game ball supply device (pachinko mechanism unit 352) for supplying the game balls, a protective cover made of resin, and the like are attached. In the present embodiment, various control boards are mounted separately on two mounting bases (not shown) to form two control board units, and these control board units are individually mounted on the inner frame 12 or the back surface of the game board 30. I try to wear it. In this case, the main control device 261 and the sub control device 262 shown in FIG. 4 to be described later are mounted on separate mounting bases (not shown) attached to the game board 30 to be unitized, and FIG. 4 to be described later. The payout control device 311 and the launch control device 312 and the power supply device 313 shown in the above are mounted on another mounting base (not shown) to form a unit. Here, for convenience, the former unit will be referred to as "first control board unit 201", and the latter unit will be referred to as "second control board unit 202".

Further, the payout mechanism portion 352 and the protective cover are also integrated as one unit, and the resin portion is generally referred to as a back pack. Therefore, the unit is referred to as a “back pack unit 203” here. The detailed configuration of each unit 2001-203 will be described later.

The first control board unit 201, the second control board unit 202, and the back pack unit 203 are configured so that they can be attached to and detached from each unit without using any tools, and in addition to this, a support shaft portion is partially provided. It is provided so that it can be opened and closed with respect to the inner frame 12 or the back surface of the game board 30. This is also a device for making it possible to easily confirm the hidden configuration and the like even if the units 201 to 203 and other configurations are arranged one after the other.

Further, on the back surface of the game board 30, a prize detection mechanism for detecting the passage of a game ball such as various prize openings is provided. Specifically, a winning opening switch is provided at a position corresponding to the general winning opening 31 on the front side of the game board 30, and a counting switch is provided on the variable winning device 32. The count switch is a switch that counts winning balls. Further, at positions corresponding to the first starting port 33a and the second starting port 33b, an operating port switch for the first starting port 33a and an operating port switch for the second starting port 33b are provided, respectively. The entry of the game ball into the first starting port 33a and the second starting port 33b is detected by the operating port switch. A gate switch is provided at a position corresponding to the third starting port 34, and the passage of the game ball to the third starting port 34 is detected by the gate switch.

The winning port switch and the gate switch are connected to a board surface connection board (not shown) through electrical wiring (not shown), and further, the board surface connection board is connected to a main control board 261a (see FIG. 4) in a main control device 261 described later. ing. Further, the count switch is connected to the large winning opening relay terminal board (not shown), and the large winning opening relay terminal board (not shown) is also connected to the main control board 261a. On the other hand, the operation port switch is directly connected to the main control board 261a without going through the relay board.

Although not shown in the illustration, the variable winning device 32 is provided with a large winning opening solenoid for opening the large winning opening 32a, and the second starting opening 33b on the lower side is for opening the electric accessory. The operating port solenoid of is provided.

The detection results detected by the winning detection mechanism are taken into the main control board 261a in the main control device 261 described later, and the payout command (of the game ball) according to the winning situation each time is taken from the main control board 261a. The number of payouts) is transmitted to the payout control board 311a. Then, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out by the output of the payout control board 311a.

The first control board unit 201 has, for example, two substantially rectangular mounting bases (not shown) at the top and bottom, and the main control device 261 is mounted on the lower mounting base when viewed from the back side of the game board 30. The sub-control device 262 is mounted on the upper mounting base. Here, as shown in FIG. 4, the main control device 261 includes a CPU 501 that controls the main control, a ROM 502 that stores a game program, a RAM 503 that stores necessary data according to the progress of the game, and various devices. Main control including input / output port 505 for communication, random number generator (not shown) used for various lottery, clock pulse generation circuit (not shown) used for time counting and synchronization, etc. A substrate 261a is provided, and the main control substrate 261a is housed in a substrate box 263 (encapsulating means) made of a transparent resin material or the like. The substrate box 263 includes a box base having a substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape (not shown) and a box cover (not shown) that covers the opening of the box base. The box base and the box cover are connected by a sealing unit (not shown) so as not to be opened, whereby the board box (not shown) is sealed.

Further, the sub control device 262 includes, for example, a CPU 551 that controls voice and lamp display and control of the display control device 45 according to an instruction from the main control board 261a in the main control device 261, and other ROM 552, RAM 552, bus line 554, and the like. A sub-control board 262a including an input / output port 555 and the like is provided, and the sub-control board 262a is housed in a board box (not shown) made of a transparent resin material or the like. A power relay board (not shown) is mounted on the sub control device 262, and power supplied from the power supply board described later is supplied to the sub control device 262 and the display control device 45 via the power relay board (not shown). It is designed to be output to.

The second control board unit 202 has a horizontally long mounting base (not shown), and the payout control device 311, the launch control device 312, the power supply device 313, and the card unit connection board 314 are mounted on the mounting base. The payout control device 311 includes a CPU that is the center of control, a control board including other ROMs, RAMs, various ports, etc., the launch control device 312 includes a launch control board, and the power supply device 313 is a power supply. It is equipped with a control board. The payout control board 311a of the payout control device 311 controls the payout of prize balls and loan balls. Further, the launch control board of the launch control device 312 controls the launch device 229 (see FIG. 4) according to the operation of the game ball launch handle 18 by the player, and the power supply board of the power supply device 313 controls various control devices and the like. The required predetermined power supply voltage is generated and output. The launching device 229 of this embodiment employs a solenoid-type launching component that strikes a game ball with a launching mallet (not shown) that can move forward and backward according to energization / de-energization of the launching solenoid (not shown). Other launching devices 229 include mechanical launching parts that hit and launch a game ball with a launching punch that operates according to the drive of a launch motor, and electromagnetic launching parts that launch a game ball by generating an electromagnetic field. Type can be adopted. The card unit connection board 314 is electrically connected to the ball lending operation unit 120 (see FIG. 1) on the front surface of the pachinko machine and a card unit (not shown), and takes in a command of the ball lending operation by the player and dispenses it. It is output to. The card unit connection board 314 is not required for a cash machine in which a game ball is directly lent to the upper plate 19 from a ball lending device or the like without going through a card unit.

The payout control device 311, the launch control device 312, the power supply device 313, and the card unit connection board 314 are each housed in a board box made of a transparent resin material or the like. In particular, in the payout control device 311, similarly to the main control device 261 described above, the box base (not shown) and the box cover (not shown) constituting the board box (encapsulating means) are opened by the sealing unit (sealing means). Impossiblely connected, thereby sealing the board box 263.

The payout control device 311 is provided with a state return switch (not shown). For example, when the state return switch (not shown) is pressed when a payout error occurs such as a ball jam in the payout motor section, the payout motor 358a (see FIG. 4) is slowly rotated in the forward direction to clear the ball jam (normal state). (Return to) is planned.

Further, the power supply monitoring board 261b is provided with a RAM erase switch 323. This pachinko machine 10 has a backup function so that it can maintain the state at the time of power failure even in the unlikely event of a power failure, and can return to the state at the time of power failure when recovering from the power failure (recovery). It has become. Therefore, if the power is turned off in the normal procedure (for example, when the hall is closed), the state before the power is turned off is stored in memory. Therefore, if you want to return to the initial state when the power is turned on, turn on the power while pressing the RAM erase switch 323. It is decided to put it in.

Next, the configuration of the back pack unit 203 will be described. As shown in FIG. 3, the back pack unit 203 integrates a resin-molded back pack 351 and a game ball payout mechanism portion 352.

The back pack unit 203 is provided with a tank 355 that opens upward at the uppermost portion thereof, and the tank 355 is sequentially replenished with game balls supplied from the island equipment (game island equipment) of the game hall. Below the tank 355, for example, a tank rail 356 having two rows of ball passages in the horizontal direction and gently sloping downward toward the downstream side is connected, and further, a case rail 357 in the vertical direction is connected to the downstream side of the tank rail 356. Are concatenated. A payout device 358 is provided at the most downstream portion of the case rail 357, and a required number of game balls are appropriately paid out according to a predetermined electrical configuration of the payout motor 358a or the like. Then, the game ball paid out from the payout device 358 is supplied to the upper plate 19 through the payout passage or the like.

Further, the tank rail 356 is provided with a vibrator 360 for adding vibration to the tank rail 356. For example, the vibrator 360 is fastened to and attached to the tank rail 356 with, for example, two screws. Further, the vibrator 360 does not come into surface contact with the tank rail 356, but comes into contact with the two screw portions, so that the vibration generated by the vibrator 360 is more effectively transmitted to the tank rail 356. ing. Therefore, if a ball clogging occurs in the vicinity of the tank rail 356, the ball clogging is cleared by driving the vibrator 360.

A payout relay board (not shown) that relays a signal of a payout command from the payout control device 311 to the payout device 358 is installed in the payout mechanism unit 352, and a power switch board 382 for taking in the main power supply from the outside is installed. is set up. For example, an AC 24V main power supply is supplied to the power switch board 382 via a voltage converter, and the power is turned on or off by the switching operation of the power switch 382a.

The payout mechanism portion 352 from the tank 355 to the payout passage (not shown) is all molded of a conductive resin material (for example, a conductive polycarbonate resin) and is grounded at a part thereof. As a result, the generation of noise due to the charging of the game ball is suppressed.

As shown in FIG. 3, an inner frame open detection switch 388 for detecting that the inner frame 12 is opened with respect to the outer frame 11 is provided on the upper right side of the inner frame 12. When the inner frame 12 is opened, it is output from the inner frame open detection switch 388 to the computer in the hall (inside the pachinko shop).

Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 10 will be described with reference to FIG. The pachinko machine 10 includes a main control device 261, a payout control device 311, a launch control device 312, a sub control device 262, a display control device 45, a power supply device 313, and the like. Hereinafter, these devices will be described in detail individually.

The main control device 261 of the pachinko machine 10 is equipped with a CPU 501 as a one-chip microcomputer which is an arithmetic unit. The CPU 501 is a ROM 502 that stores various control programs and fixed value data executed by the CPU 501, and a memory for temporarily storing various data and the like when the control program stored in the ROM 502 is executed. A certain RAM 503 and various circuits such as an interrupt circuit, a timer circuit, and a data transmission / reception circuit are built in.

The RAM 503 has a configuration in which a backup voltage is supplied from the power supply device 313 to hold (back up) data even after the power of the pachinko machine 10 is turned off, and various data and the like are temporarily stored in the RAM 503. It has a memory and an area for it.

That is, when the power is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, the CPU 501 of the main control device 261 executes the normal processing to the end, so that the RAM 503 is used when the power is turned off (including the time when a power failure occurs; the same applies hereinafter). It is only necessary to store and retain the contents of the counter buffer and the holding ball storage area, and the state of the pachinko machine 10 can be restored to the state before the power is turned off when the power is turned on again. Specifically, RAM 503 has a dedicated backup area for storing values such as registers and I / O for game information during normal processing when the power is turned off (including when a power failure occurs. The same applies hereinafter). There is no need to install it in. The NMI terminal (non-maskable interrupt terminal) of the CPU 501 is configured to input a power failure signal S1 output from a power failure monitoring circuit 542, which will be described later, when the power is turned off due to a power failure or the like. Upon occurrence, power failure processing (NMI interrupt processing) is immediately executed.

An input / output port 505 is connected to the CPU 501 containing the ROM 502 and the RAM 503 via a bus line 504 composed of an address bus and a data bus. The input / output port 505 includes a RAM erase switch circuit 543, a payout control device 311, a launch control device 312, a sub control device 262, a first symbol display device 40, a second symbol display device 41, and other switches not shown. Etc. are connected. Further, the main control device 261 has a function of controlling the variation display of the first symbol in the first symbol display device 40 and the variation display of the second symbol in the second symbol display device 41.

Further, the payout control device 311 controls the payout of prize balls and rental balls by the payout motor 358a. The CPU 511, which is an arithmetic unit, includes a ROM 512 that stores a control program and fixed value data executed by the CPU 511, and a RAM 513 that is used as a work memory or the like.

Similar to the RAM 503 of the main control device 261 described above, the RAM 513 of the payout control device 311 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. The RAM 513 is provided with a memory and an area for temporarily storing various data and the like.

When the power is turned off due to a power failure or the like, the RAM 513 stores and holds information about the state at the time of power off so that the state of the pachinko machine 10 can be restored to the state before the power was turned off when the power is turned on again. That is, the storage of the RAM 513 is executed when the power is turned off by the steps in the latter half of the NMI interrupt process and the payout control process, and conversely, the restoration of the stored information of the RAM 513 is executed in the power recovery process when the power is turned on. ..

An input / output port 515 is connected to the CPU 511 containing the ROM 512 and the RAM 513 via a bus line 514 composed of an address bus and a data bus. A main control device 261 and a launch control device 312, a payout motor 358a, and the like are connected to the input / output port 515, respectively.

As shown in FIG. 4, the launch control device 312 permits or prohibits the launch of the game ball by the launch device 229, and the launch device 229 is permitted to drive when predetermined conditions are met. Specifically, the launch control device 312 includes a card unit connection signal S4 from the payout control device 311 (a signal output when the above-mentioned card unit is connected to the pachinko machine 10) and a player. The touch detection signal S5 output when the game ball launch handle 18 is touched, and the launch stop switch 18a provided on the game ball launch handle 18 for stopping the launch is not operated. The launch permission signal S7 is output to the main control device 261 on condition that all of the launch maintenance signals S6 are input.

That is, the period when the launch permission signal S7 is ON (high level) is the launch permission state, and the period when the launch permission signal S7 is OFF (low level) is the launch disapproval state. That is, the main control device 261 and the launch control signal S8 (pulse signal) that controls the launch solenoid (not shown) that launches the game ball during the period when the input launch permission signal S7 is ON (high level). , The ball feed control signal S9 (pulse signal) that controls the ball feed solenoid that sends the game ball to the launch rail 401 is repeatedly output to the launch control device 312 at a predetermined repetition cycle. The launch control device 312 drives and controls the launch device 229 based on the launch control signal S8 and the ball feed control signal S9, and launches the game ball with an intensity corresponding to the amount of operation of the game ball launch handle 18. On the contrary, the main control device 261 does not output the launch control signal S8 and the ball feed control signal S9 to the launch control device 312 during the period when the input launch permission signal S7 is OFF (low level), and the launch device does not output. The game ball is not fired by 229.

The display control device 45 controls the variable display of the third symbol (decorative symbol) in the third symbol display device 42. The display control device 45 includes a CPU 521, a ROM (program ROM) 522, a work RAM 523, a video RAM 524, a character ROM 525, an image controller 526, an input port 527, an output port 529, and a bus line 530, 531. And have. The output of the sub controller 262 is connected to the input of the input port 527, and the CPU 521, the ROM 522, the work RAM 523, and the image controller 526 are connected to the input port 527. Further, an output port 529 is connected to the image controller 526 via a bus line 531 and a third symbol display device 42, which is a liquid crystal display device, is connected to the output of the output port 529.

The CPU 521 of the display control device 45 controls the decorative symbol display on the third symbol display device 42 based on various commands transmitted by editing and transmitting various commands from the main control device 261 by the sub control device 262. The ROM 522 is a memory for storing various control programs and fixed value data executed by the CPU 521, and the work RAM 523 temporarily stores the work data and flags used when the various programs are executed by the CPU 521. Memory for.

The video RAM 524 is a memory for storing display data displayed on the third symbol display device 42, and by rewriting the contents of the video RAM 524, the display contents of the third symbol display device 42 are changed. The character ROM 525 is a memory for storing character data such as decorative symbols displayed on the third symbol display device 42. The image controller 526 adjusts the timings of the CPU 521, the video RAM 524, and the output port 529 to intervene in reading and writing data, and reads the display data stored in the video RAM 524 from the character ROM 525 at a predetermined timing to read the third data. It is to be displayed on the symbol display device 42.

Further, the power supply device 313 includes a power supply unit 541 for supplying electric power to each unit of the pachinko machine 10. The power supply unit 541 supplies the main control device 261, the payout control device 311 and the like with the necessary operating power to each of them through a power supply path (not shown). As an outline, the power supply unit 541 takes in an AC 24-volt power supply supplied from the outside and generates a + 12V power supply for driving various switches and motors, a + 5V power supply for logic, a backup power supply for RAM backup, and the like. Then, these + 12V power supply, + 5V power supply, and backup power supply are supplied to the main control device 261, the payout control device 311 and the like. An operating power source (+ 12V power source, + 5V power source, etc.) is supplied to the launch control device 312 via the payout control device 311.

As shown in FIG. 4, the main control device 261 includes a main control board 261a and a power supply monitoring board 261b separate from the main control board 261a in a board box 263 made of a transparent resin material or the like. .. The power supply monitoring board 261b includes a power failure monitoring circuit 542 that monitors a power failure due to a power failure or the like, and a RAM erase switch circuit 543 that is connected to the RAM erase switch 323.

The power failure monitoring circuit 542 is a circuit for outputting a power failure signal S1 to each NMI terminal of the CPU 501 of the main control device 261 and the CPU 511 of the payout control device 311 when the power is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. The power failure monitoring circuit 542 monitors the voltage of AC 24 volts in the power supply unit 541, and determines that a power failure (power failure) has occurred when the voltage becomes less than 24 volts, for example, when it exceeds 20 milliseconds. , The power failure signal S1 is output to the main control device 261 and the payout control device 311. By the output of the power failure signal S1, the main control device 261 and the payout control device 311 recognize the occurrence of the power failure and execute the power failure processing (NMI interrupt processing).

In addition, even after the time when the AC 5 volt monitored by the power supply unit 541 becomes less than 5 volt exceeds 20 milliseconds, the power supply unit 541 has a sufficient time to execute the power failure processing. It is configured to maintain the output of 5 volts, which is the drive voltage of the control system, at a normal value. Therefore, the main control device 261 and the payout control device 311 can normally execute and complete the power failure processing.

The RAM erase switch circuit 543 is a circuit for taking in the switch signal of the RAM erase switch 323 and clearing the 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 erase switch 323 is pressed, the RAM erase switch circuit 543 outputs the RAM erase signal S2 to the main control board 261a. When the power of the pachinko machine 10 is turned on while the RAM erase switch 323 is pressed (including turning on the power due to the resolution of the power failure), the data of the RAM 503 is cleared in the main control device 261 and the payout control device 311 is the main control device. When the initialization command from 261 is received, the data in RAM 513 is cleared.

By the way, as shown in FIG. 5, three decorative symbol rows L, M, and R on the left, middle, and right are set in the third symbol display device 42 (liquid crystal display device), and the decorative symbol rows L, Three decorative symbols, an upper decorative symbol, a middle decorative symbol, and a lower decorative symbol, are displayed in a variable manner for each of M and R. In the present embodiment, the series of symbols is composed of a main decorative symbol SZ with numbers "0" to "9" and a sub-decorative symbol FZ composed of diamond-shaped symbols. The main decorative symbols SZ are displayed in ascending or descending order, and the sub-decorative symbols FZ are arranged between the main decorative symbols SZ to form a series of decorative symbol rows L, M, and R. Then, the main decorative symbol SZ and the sub-decorative symbol FZ are displayed in a variable manner from top to bottom with periodicity.

In such a case, in the left decorative symbol row L, the above series of decorative symbols are displayed in descending order (that is, in the order in which the numbers of the main decorative symbols SZ decrease), and in the middle decorative symbol row M and the right decorative symbol row R, the same applies. The series of decorative symbols are displayed in ascending order (that is, in descending order of the number of the main decorative symbol SZ). Then, the variable display is stopped in the order of the left decorative symbol row L → the right decorative symbol row R → the middle decorative symbol row M, and at the time of the stop, the five effective lines on the third symbol display device 42, that is, the upper line L1 and the middle line. If the main decorative symbol SZ is a combination of jackpot symbols (in the present embodiment, the same combination of main decorative symbols SZ) in any of L2, lower line L3, right-up line L4, and left-up line L5, it is special as a jackpot. The game video is displayed.

Subsequently, a further feature portion of the pachinko machine 10 of this embodiment will be described.

As described above, in the pachinko machine 10 of the present embodiment, as described above with reference to FIG. 2, a variable display device unit 35 is provided at a substantially central location of the game board 30, and the variable display device unit 35 is a third. A symbol display device 42 (liquid crystal display device) is provided. In the present embodiment, an LCD is adopted as the third symbol display device 42, but other types of image display devices (for example, PDP: plasma display panel, EL: electroluminescence display, organic EL, etc.) may be used. ..

Further, the variable display device unit 35 also includes a center frame 47 arranged on the front side of the third symbol display device 42 so as to substantially surround the display screen of the third symbol display device 42. Here, the structure of the center frame 47 will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 6 to 13.

FIG. 6 is a front view of the center frame 47. FIG. 7 is an exploded perspective view of the center frame 47 as viewed from the rear upper left. FIG. 8 is an exploded perspective view of the center frame 47 as viewed from the front upper right. FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line AA in FIG. FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line BB in FIG. FIG. 11 is a diagram showing the overlapping positional relationship of the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430 constituting the gradation decorative component 400. FIG. 12 is an exploded perspective view of a main part of the gradation decorative component 400 as viewed from the rear upper left. FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a gradation of the gradation decorative component 400.

As shown in FIG. 6, the center frame 47 has a viewing window 390 located at a substantially central position in front view and capable of viewing almost the entire display screen of the third symbol display device 42, and the periphery of the viewing window 390. Among the locations, the gradation decorative component 400 having a length extending from the left lateral portion to the upper portion to the diagonally lower right lateral portion, the decorative portion 440 located outside the gradation decorative component 400, and the lower part of the viewing window 390. It is provided with a stage portion 450 located on the side and a warp passage portion 460 (game ball guide passage) located on the left side of the viewing window 390 from the diagonally lower side on the left side to guide the game ball to the stage portion 450. There is. These configurations will be described below.

<Warp passage 460>
As shown in FIG. 6, a ball entry port 461 in which a game ball from the game area 30a can enter is formed in a right lateral portion of the center frame 47, and a game ball entering the ball entry port 461. Is guided to the stage portion 450 through the warp passage portion 460.

As shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, the warp passage portion 460 includes a front side member 463 located on the front side and a back side member 465 attached to the back side of the front side member 463, and the front side member 463. By attaching the back surface side member 465 to the back surface side of the above, a passage space for the game ball is formed inside, the ball entry port 461 is formed on the upper side, and the ball exit port 462 is formed on the lower side.

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, the front side member 463 is a vertical gutter-shaped member in which a passage groove portion 464 opened on the back side in a U shape in a cross-sectional view is formed in the vertical direction. There is. Further, as shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, the back surface side member 465 is a substantially plate-shaped member, and by being attached to the back surface side of the front surface side member 463, the opening of the passage groove portion 464 of the front surface side member 463. It is designed to close the part.

The front side member 463 is a transparent (or translucent) member so that the player can visually recognize the game ball passing through the warp passage portion 460 from the outside. In this embodiment, the front side member 463 uses, for example, a transparent resin molded product having a light transmittance of 50%. The front surface side member 463 may have at least the front surface portion transparent (or translucent).

<Stage 450>
The stage portion 450 is formed in a swing passage portion 451 that swings the game ball guided through the warp passage portion 460 and a convex portion 452 having a gentle slope at the central portion of the swing passage portion 451. It includes one discharge port 453 and a second discharge port 456 formed in recesses 454 located on both sides of the convex portion 452 of the swing passage portion 451.

As shown in FIG. 2, since the first discharge port 453 is located directly above the start winning device 33 of the game board 30, the game ball swung in the swing passage portion 451 is used as the start winning device 33. The game ball is discharged toward the target. Further, as shown in FIG. 2, since the second discharge port 456 is located at a position slightly offset in the lateral direction from the position directly above the start winning device 33 of the game board 30, the second discharge port 456 is located from the first discharge port 453. Compared with the case where the game ball is discharged, the ease of winning the starting winning device 33 is inferior.

<Gradient decorative parts 400>
As shown in FIGS. 6 to 8, the gradation decorative component 400 includes the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430, and the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430 are viewed in a predetermined direction. (In this embodiment, the front view), some of them are arranged so as to overlap each other.

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, the first light transmitting cover 410 is located on the back side, and as shown in FIGS. 11 and 13, it is in front of the first light transmitting cover 410. The second light transmissive cover 420 is positioned so as to partially overlap the side, and as shown in FIGS. 11 and 13, a part overlaps the front side of the second light transmissive cover 420. The third light transmissive cover 430 is located.

For example, in the cross-sectional portion taken along the line AA shown in FIG. 6, as shown in FIG. 9, the first light transmitting cover 410 is located on the back side, and the second light transmitting cover 420 is located on the front side thereof. There is. Further, in the cross-sectional portion taken along line BB shown in FIG. 6, as shown in FIG. 10, the first light transmissive cover 410 is located on the back side, and the second light transmissive cover 420 is located on the front side thereof. Further, the third light transmissive cover 430 is located on the front side thereof.

As shown in FIGS. 7 and 10, the gradation decorative component 400 includes an LED mounting substrate 470 on which a plurality of LEDs 471 (light emitting diodes) are scattered on the back surface side, and the light from the LEDs 471 is on the back surface side. A light emitting mode is obtained when the light is incident on a predetermined place (a place corresponding to the LED 471) and emitted from the front side. Further, the light emission of the LED 471 on the LED mounting substrate 470 and its stop are controlled by the sub control device 262.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 7, the LED mounting substrate 470 is provided on the back surface side of the first light transmissive cover 410, and the back surface cover 411 is further provided on the back surface side of the LED mounting substrate 470. ..

As shown in FIG. 7, the main body frame 480 of the center frame 47 is provided with a recessed portion 481 to which the first light transmissive cover 410 or the like is attached at a substantially central portion thereof, and an opening in which most of the recessed portion 481 is opened. The part 482 is provided. The back cover 411 is attached to the recessed portion 481 of the main body frame 480, the LED mounting board 470 is mounted on the back cover 411, and the first light transmissive cover 410 is mounted on the LED mounting board 470. ing. Further, the warp passage portion 460 is also attached to the center frame 47 so as to be located on the left side portion of the LED mounting substrate 470 in the front view.

Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 7, the recessed portion 481 is provided with a stepped portion 483 that is one step higher on the right side portion thereof, and another LED mounting board 470 is mounted on the stepped portion 483, and this LED. A second light transmissive cover 420 is mounted on the stepped portion 483 on the mounting board 470. As shown in FIG. 10, the LED mounting board 470 is attached to the stepped portion 483 of the recessed portion 481 of the main body frame 480, and the first light transmissive cover 410 is attached to a part of the LED mounting board 470. Is located so that a part of the second light transmitting cover 420 overlaps the front side of the first light transmitting cover 410.

Further, the third light transmitting cover 430 has a substantially left half overlapping a part on the first light transmitting cover 410 and a right side overlapping a part on the second light transmitting cover 420. It is attached to the main body frame 480. Then, the decorative front cover 442 is attached to the decorative portion 440 at the upper part of the third light transmissive cover 430.

The first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 are each subjected to the same transmissive surface treatment (for example, half-deposited).

That is, the first to third light transmittance covers 410 to 430 have a constant light transmittance of 35% in the front-rear direction, and the light transmittance on the side surface side is 35, for example, by the half-deposited half. It is higher than% (for example, 50%) and has the same color (for example, gold).

Specifically, the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 are originally transparent members (transparent resin molded products), and by applying a half vapor deposition treatment to the transparent members, the transparent members are transparent to the surface thereof. A thin film having a property (for example, a light transmittance of 35%) (for example, a golden transparent thin film) is uniformly formed to give gloss. A matte half-deposited process may be adopted.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 10 and 11, the gradation decorative component 400 is configured by arranging a part of the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430 in an overlapping manner. Therefore, the gradation decorative component 400 is configured. When the LED 471 of the LED mounting substrate 470 located behind the light is turned off, as shown in FIG. 13, the portion where all the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 overlap is the darkest (see the portion OL3 in FIG. 13). ), Where two of the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 overlap OL2 (more specifically, a place where the first light transmissive cover 410 and the third light transmissive cover 430 overlap, or The part where the second light transmitting cover 420 and the third light transmitting cover 430 overlap) is lighter than that, and the part where the second light transmitting cover 420 and the third light transmitting cover 430 do not overlap at all is the lightest. Gradation can be realized. Further, since the back side of the gradation decoration component 400 is dark because the LED 471 is turned off, the back side of the gradation decoration component 400 can be seen through from the front side or hard to see.

On the contrary, when the LED 471 of the LED mounting board 470 located behind the gradation decoration component 400 is lit, the back side of the gradation decoration component 400 becomes bright, so that the back side of the gradation decoration component 400 can be seen through from the front side. .. Further, when the LED 471 is lit, the gradation due to the overlap of the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 described above is hardly visible.

Further, as shown in FIG. 12, a plurality of first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 are provided at locations facing the LED mounting substrate 470 along the peripheral direction of the display screen of the third symbol display device 42. The convex portions 421, 422, and 432 of the above are jointly formed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 12, the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 include an extension wall 413, 423, 433 extending in a direction facing the LED mounting substrate 470, and the extension wall 413,423,433. In 413,423,433, a plurality of convex portions 414,424,434 along the extending direction thereof are formed over the width of the extending wall 413,423,433.

Further, when the LED 471 of the LED mounting substrate 470 located behind the gradation decorative component 400 is turned off, as shown in FIG. 12, the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430 transmit light more than the front side thereof. Since the diffused light is emitted from the extending walls 413, 423, 433 having a high rate, it is possible to illuminate the display screen of the stage 450 or the third symbol display device 42, and in particular, from the game area 30a of the game board 30. The starting winning device 33, the general winning opening 31, and the variable winning device 32, which are arranged so as to project, can also be illuminated.

Further, a plurality of convex portions 421, 422, 432 of the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430 and a plurality of extending walls 413, 423, 433 of the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430. The convex portions 414, 424 and 434 of the book have an arc shape in a cross-sectional view, but may have a chevron shape, a hemispherical shape, a V shape, a jagged shape, a bent straight line, a bent curve, or a combination thereof.

<Viewing window 390>
As shown in FIG. 7, the viewing window 390 is formed from an opening 482 at a recessed portion 481 at a substantially central portion of the main body frame 480 of the center frame 47 and a predetermined portion around the opening 482, that is, a left lateral portion. It is composed of a gradation decorative component 400 having a length extending from the upper portion to the diagonally lower right lateral portion, a warp passage portion 460 at the left lateral portion of the main body frame 480, and a stage portion 450 of the main body frame 480.

As shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, the center frame 47 has a transparent plate 485 attached to the back surface side thereof, and the viewing window 390 is completely closed by the transparent plate 485. Even if the game ball flowing down 30a vigorously enters the viewing window 390 of the center frame 47, the game ball is blocked by the transparent plate 485 so that it cannot invade further to the back side. 3. It is possible to prevent the game ball from hitting the display screen of the symbol display device 42, and it is also possible to reduce fraudulent acts such as inserting an illegal fine member through the viewing window 390.

<Decorative part 440>
As shown in FIG. 7, the decorative portion 440 is a region portion above the recessed portion 481 in the main body frame 480 of the center frame 47, and is a display portion 441 for displaying the game, and a decoration covering the display portion 441. It is provided with a front cover 442 for a part. As shown in FIG. 2, the display unit 441 of the decorative unit 440 also includes a first symbol display device 40 and a second symbol display device 41.

The above-mentioned gradation decorative component 400 corresponds to the decorative member in the present invention, and the above-mentioned first to third light-transmitting covers 410 to 430 correspond to the plurality of light-transmitting members in the present invention. 3 The symbol display device 42 corresponds to the display means in the present invention, the LED 471 and the LED mounting substrate 470 described above correspond to the light emitting means in the present invention, and the sub control device 262 described above corresponds to the control means in the present invention. The LED 471 corresponds to the light emitting unit in the present invention.

The change from the gradation display when the gradation decoration component 400 is turned off to the lighting display (including the blinking display) may be executed under the following conditions or states.

・ Lighting display (blinking display) according to the game status setting
When a variable display state of the first symbol (in this embodiment, the emission color mode of each of the LEDs 40a and 40b) occurs in the first symbol display device 40 and both LEDs 40a and 40b stop in the red emission state, a probability variation jackpot (specification) When both LEDs 40a and 40b stop in the blue light emitting state, it usually shows a big hit (non-specific hit), but these are performed according to the result of the big hit lottery on the main control board 261. , The gradation decorative component 400 may be lit (blinking) according to the lottery result (probability variation jackpot, normal jackpot, or only one of them) in the game state. By doing so, it is possible to create a production that further enhances the interest of the player.

・ Lighting display (blinking display) according to the setting of the type of production
The gradation decorative component 400 can be lit (blinking) according to the setting (lottery) of the type of effect (for example, in a pachinko machine, the type of reach effect such as special reach or super reach). In addition to the big hit lottery, the main control board 261 also has a function of performing a reach effect lottery indicating that the big hit lottery is out and the third symbol is not aligned and is out. For example, when the special reach is won, the gradation decorative component 400 may be lit (blinking).

・ Lighting display (blinking display) during demo display
When the pachinko machine 10 is not being played by the player (during non-game), the gradation decorative component 400 may be turned on (blinking) (so-called demonstration lighting). For example, when no bill or card (for example, a prepaid card) is inserted in the card unit (ball lending unit) and the game ball launch handle 18 is not rotated by the player, the gradation decorative part 400 is lit and displayed. Turn on the demo light by (blinking display). When there is no player in the pachinko machine 10, it is possible to attract the attention of the players around the hall, and the operating rate of the pachinko machine 10 in the hall can be increased.

・ Lighting display (blinking display) at the time of error
When it is determined that an error has occurred in the pachinko machine 10, the information regarding the error can be displayed by lighting the gradation decorative component 400 (blinking display).

・ Lighting display (blinking display) operated by the player
The gradation decorative component 400 may be turned on (blinking) in response to a player's button operation or the like.

As described above, according to the pachinko machine 10 of the first embodiment, the gradation decorative component 400 includes the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430, and the first to third light transmitting covers. 410 to 430 are arranged so as to overlap a part of them in a predetermined direction view (for example, front view). The first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 have a constant light transmittance for each member. Therefore, when the gradation decorative component 400 is viewed from the front, the portion where the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 constituting the gradation decorative component 400 have more overlap becomes darker, and the portion where the overlap is less becomes lighter. It is possible to realize the gradation decorative component 400 having a gradation. Further, since the light transmittance of each of the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430 is constant for each of the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430 (for each light transmitting member), the light is transmitted. Since the transmissive member itself can be manufactured as having a constant light transmittance, the manufacturing becomes simpler than the case where the single component itself is manufactured with a gradation. For example, individual differences between light-transmitting members of the same type (that is, light-transmitting members having the same light transmittance) can be reduced. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the color variation between the gradation decorative parts 400 composed of the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430, and a part of the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430 is overlapped. Therefore, the gradation decorative component 400 (decorative component) having a sense of gradation can be obtained. As a result, it is possible to provide a game machine provided with highly decorative decorative parts that can be manufactured by using a simple process.

Further, since the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 have the same color, it is possible to realize a gradation in the same color, and to realize a gradation decorative part 400 having a depth of color in spite of a single color. It is possible to reduce the variation in color tone between the gradation decorative parts 400. Therefore, even when a plurality of game machines using the gradation decoration component 400 are arranged side by side, some game machines give an impression different from other game machines due to the variation in the color tone of the gradation decoration component 400. The problem can be reduced.

Further, since the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 are subjected to the same type of surface treatment (half-deposited in this embodiment), the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 are covered. On the other hand, it is not necessary to perform different types of surface treatments, and only the same type of surface treatment is required. Therefore, it is only necessary to equip the same type of surface treatment equipment (half-deposited equipment), and the initial capital investment can be reduced. it can.

Further, the gradation decorative component 400 is arranged at a predetermined position around the display screen of the third symbol display device 42 in front view, and the LED mounting board 470 is arranged on the back surface side thereof, from the LED 471 of the LED mounting board 470. The light is incident on a predetermined place on the back surface side and emitted from a predetermined place on the front side, so that the light emission mode is obtained. The sub control device 262 controls the light emission of the LED 471 and its stop. Therefore, when the LED 471 emits light, the back side of the gradation decorative component 400 becomes bright, and the back side of the gradation decorative component 400 can be seen through. Further, when the LED 471 is turned off, the back side of the gradation decorative component 400 becomes dark, and the back side of the gradation decorative component 400 can be seen through or difficult to see.

Further, the LED mounting substrate 470 is formed by arranging a plurality of LEDs 471 in a scattered manner, and is provided on the back surface side of the gradation decorative component 400. The first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 are formed with a plurality of convex portions 421,422,432 along the peripheral direction of the display screen at locations facing the LED mounting substrate 470. Therefore, the light from the light emitting portion on the back surface side of the gradation decorative component 400 is stretched in the arrangement direction of the plurality of convex portions 421, 422, 432, and the plurality of LEDs 471 exist in a state where the gradation decorative component 400 is viewed from the front. Luminescent muscles that emit light radially can be formed at each location.

Further, the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 include extension walls 413,423,433 extending in a direction facing the LED mounting substrate 470, and the extension walls 413,423,433 may be formed on the extension walls 413,423,433. A plurality of convex portions 414,424,434 along the extending direction are formed over the width of the extending wall 413,423,433. Therefore, the light from the LED 471 on the back surface side of the gradation decorative component 400 is stretched in the arrangement direction of the plurality of convex portions 414,424,434 on the extending wall 413,423,433, that is, the extending wall 413, Light can be emitted over the entire width of 423,433.

The present invention is not limited to the above embodiment, and may be another configuration that exhibits the same effect, and can be modified and implemented as follows, for example.

<1> In the above-described embodiment, all the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430 have a constant light transmittance of 35%, but every of the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430. The light transmittance may be constant. For example, it is assumed that the first light transmittance cover 410 has a constant light transmittance of 40%, the second light transmittance cover 420 has a constant light transmittance of 30%, and the third light transmittance cover. It is assumed that 430 has a constant light transmittance of 35%, and that the first light transmittance cover 410 and the third light transmittance cover 430 have a constant light transmittance of 35%, and the second light transmittance is constant. Various combinations may be adopted, such as assuming that the cover 420 has a constant light transmittance of 30%.

Further, the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 having a predetermined light transmittance may be produced by one or a plurality of half-deposited steps, respectively. Further, each light transmittance (concentration) may be made different by changing the number of half-deposited steps for each of the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430. For example, the first light-transmitting cover 410 is half-deposited (or spray-painted, etc.) once to achieve a light transmittance of 35%, and the second light-transmitting cover 420 is half-deposited (or spray-painted, etc.) twice. ) To make the light transmittance lower than 35%.

<2> In the above-described embodiment, the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 have the same color, but the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 may have the same color. In this case, it is possible to realize a gradation with similar colors, to realize a gradation decorative component 400 having a similar color and a depth of color, and to reduce variations in hue between the gradation decorative components 400. .. Therefore, even when a plurality of game machines using the gradation decoration component 400 are arranged side by side, some game machines give an impression different from other game machines due to the variation in the color tone of the gradation decoration component 400. The problem can be reduced.

<3> In the above-described embodiment, the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 are surface-treated by half-deposited film, but other vapor deposition, electrodeposition, coating, or the like may be applied.

<4> In the above-described embodiment, the LED mounting substrate 470 is provided on the back surface side of the gradation decorative component 400, but various light emitting components and light emitting elements such as a small light bulb and a lamp may be adopted. Further, although the light emission of the LED 471 of the LED mounting board 470 is controlled by the sub control device 262, the light emission may be controlled by the main control device 261 or the display control device 45.

<5> In the above-described embodiment, the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 have a plurality of convex portions 421,422 along the peripheral direction of the display screen at locations facing the LED mounting substrate 470. Although 432 is formed, the same effect can be obtained by adopting a concave portion instead of the convex portion 421,422,432. Further, convex portions 421, 422, 432 or concave portions may be formed on at least one of the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430.

<6> In the above-described embodiment, the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 include an extension wall 413, 423, 433 extending in a direction facing the LED mounting substrate 470, and the extension wall 413,423,433. 413,423,433 is assumed that a plurality of convex portions 414,424,434 along the extending direction are formed over the width of the extending wall 413,423,433, and the convex portions 414 are formed. , 424 and 434 can be replaced with recesses to obtain the same effect. Further, convex portions 414, 424, 434 or concave portions may be formed on at least one of the first to third light transmitting covers 410 to 430.

<7> In the above-described embodiment, the gradation decorative component 400 is provided on the center frame 47. For example, a member other than the center frame 47, such as a predetermined portion of the front frame set 14 or a predetermined portion of the game board 30. Or parts may be provided.

<8> Further, the transparency and chromaticity of the resins themselves constituting the first to third light transmissive covers 410 to 430 may be different. For example, the colors of the resins may be mixed, or the thickness of the resins may be different. Further, the appearance may be different depending on the thickness and unevenness of the resin.

<9> In the above-described embodiment, the pachinko machine has been described as an example, but it can also be applied to a slot machine.

<10> In the above-described embodiment, the present invention may be implemented on various types of gaming machines (for example, first-class, third-class, etc.), or on pachinko machines of a type different from the above-described embodiment. May be good. For example, once a jackpot is hit, a pachinko machine (commonly known as a two-time right item, a three-time right item) that raises the expected value of the jackpot until multiple times (for example, two or three times) a big hit state occurs including that. It may be carried out as). Further, after the jackpot symbol is displayed, the pachinko machine may be put into a special gaming state on condition that the ball is won in a predetermined area. Further, it may be implemented as a pachinko machine that enters a special gaming state when the ball enters a predetermined winning opening. Further, in addition to the pachinko machine, it may be implemented as various game machines such as an arrange ball type pachinko machine, a sparrow ball, a so-called pachinko machine and a slot machine fused with each other.

As a specific example of a gaming machine in which a pachinko machine and a slot machine are fused, a variable display means for displaying a variable display of a symbol sequence composed of a plurality of symbols and then confirming the symbol is provided, and a handle for launching a ball can be used. Some are not equipped. In this case, after a predetermined amount of game balls are thrown in based on a predetermined operation (button operation), the symbol variation is started due to, for example, the operation of the operation lever, and for example, due to the operation of the stop button or a predetermined amount. As time elapses, the fluctuation of the symbol is stopped, and a jackpot state that is advantageous to the player is generated on the condition that the confirmed symbol at the time of the stop is a so-called jackpot symbol, and the player is given a lower saucer. A large number of balls are paid out.

The present specification also discloses the following inventions relating to game machines.
Conventionally, there is, for example, a pachinko machine as a typical example of a game machine. This pachinko machine is equipped with a game board having a game area in which a game ball is driven. In general, this game board is provided with a liquid crystal display device that displays identification information in a variable manner at a substantially central location in the front view, and also has a start port at a position below the liquid crystal display device where a game ball can win a prize. ing. For example, when a game ball wins a prize at the start port (start prize), the identification information displayed on the liquid crystal display device starts to fluctuate, and the identification information is gradually stopped and displayed, and finally stopped identification information (design). The lottery result is suggested to the player by the combination of the above (see, for example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2002-102462 (see page 3-4, FIG. 2)).
However, in the case of the conventional example having such a configuration, there are the following problems.
That is, in a conventional pachinko machine, for example, decorative parts such as lamp parts and cover parts are attached to the front side thereof. As this decorative part, for example, there is a component in which one portion is darkened and the other portion is lightened (gradation) by subjecting a surface treatment (for example, a vapor deposition treatment). When mass-producing decorative parts with such gradation, for example, since the vapor deposition process (or painting process) for adding shading is controlled, there is a problem that individual differences (variations) occur. Such decorative parts When a pachinko machine is manufactured using a pachinko machine that has different color variations, some pachinko machines will be added due to such color variations when multiple pachinko machines are installed side by side on the pachinko island of the amusement park. There is a problem that it creates an impression different from that of the pachinko machine.
The invention according to the following (0) has been made in view of such circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a game machine provided with highly decorative decorative parts that can be manufactured by using a simple process. ..
(0) In a game machine having a decorative member
The decorative member includes a plurality of surface-treated light-transmitting members, and the plurality of light-transmitting members are arranged so as to overlap with each other in a predetermined directional view. It is a thing
A gaming machine characterized in that the plurality of light-transmitting members are subjected to a light-transmitting surface treatment having a common light transmittance for each member.
According to the invention described in (0) above, the decorative member includes a plurality of light-transmitting members that have been surface-treated, and the plurality of light-transmitting members are one of them in a predetermined directional view. The parts are arranged so as to overlap each other. It is assumed that the plurality of light-transmitting members are subjected to a translucent surface treatment having a common light transmittance for each member. Therefore, when the decorative member is viewed in the predetermined direction, the decorative member having a gradation that the portion where the plurality of light transmitting members constituting the decorative member have more overlap becomes darker and the portion where the decorative member has less overlap becomes lighter. It can be realized. Further, since these light-transmitting members are subjected to a light-transmitting surface treatment having a common (for example, constant) light transmittance for each light-transmitting member, the light-transmitting member itself is used. Since it can be manufactured as having a common (for example, constant) light transmittance, the manufacturing becomes simpler than the case where a single part itself is manufactured with a gradation. For example, individual differences between light-transmitting members of the same type (that is, light-transmitting members having the same light transmittance) can be reduced. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the color variation among the decorative members composed of the plurality of light-transmitting members, and since a part of the light-transmitting members is overlapped with each other, it is possible to obtain a decorative component having a sense of gradation. As a result, it is possible to provide a game machine provided with highly decorative decorative parts that can be manufactured by using a simple process.
It is preferable that the light-transmitting member has a light-transmitting direction depending on the portion thereof. For example, it is possible to make the light transmission property of the side surface side portion better than that of the front surface side portion of the light transmitting member. In this case, when the decorative member is viewed from the front, a gradation can be added by overlapping a part of the light-transmitting member, and the side surface of the decorative member, that is, the side portion of the light-transmitting member has light transmission from the front side portion. Therefore, the surroundings can be illuminated with the light emitted from the side surface.
According to the gaming machine according to the above (0), when the decorative member is viewed in the predetermined direction, the portion where the plurality of light-transmitting members constituting the decorative member have more overlap becomes darker and the portion where the decorative member overlaps less. It is possible to realize a decorative member having a gradation that becomes lighter. Further, since these light-transmitting members are subjected to a light-transmitting surface treatment having a common (for example, constant) light transmittance for each light-transmitting member, the light-transmitting member itself is used. Since it can be manufactured as having a common (for example, constant) light transmittance, the manufacturing becomes simpler than the case where a single part itself is manufactured with a gradation. For example, individual differences between light-transmitting members of the same type (that is, light-transmitting members having the same light transmittance) can be reduced. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the color variation among the decorative members composed of the plurality of light-transmitting members, and since a part of the light-transmitting members is overlapped with each other, it is possible to obtain a decorative component having a sense of gradation. As a result, it is possible to provide a game machine provided with highly decorative decorative parts that can be manufactured by using a simple process.

(1) In the game machine according to (0) above,
A gaming machine characterized in that the plurality of light transmissive members are of the same color or similar colors.

According to the invention described in (1) above, the plurality of light transmitting members have the same color or similar colors. Therefore, when a plurality of light-transmitting members have the same color, it is possible to realize a gradation with the same color, and it is possible to realize a decorative member having a depth of color in spite of a single color, and the hue between the decorative members can be realized. Variation can be reduced. Therefore, even when a plurality of game machines using the decorative member are arranged side by side, it is possible to reduce the problem that some game machines give an impression different from other game machines due to the variation in the color of the decorative member. .. Further, when a plurality of light-transmitting members have similar colors, it is possible to realize a gradation with similar colors, and it is possible to realize a decorative member having a similar color and having a shade of color. It is possible to reduce the variation in color tone between each other. Therefore, even when a plurality of game machines using the decorative member are arranged side by side, it is possible to reduce the problem that some game machines give an impression different from other game machines due to the variation in the color of the decorative member. ..

(2) In the gaming machine according to (0) above, or in the gaming machine according to (1) above.
A gaming machine characterized in that the plurality of light-transmitting members are subjected to the same kind of light-transmitting surface treatment.

According to the invention described in (2) above, since it is assumed that the plurality of light-transmitting members have been subjected to the same kind of light-transmitting surface treatment, the plurality of light-transmitting members can be treated with respect to the plurality of light-transmitting members. Since it is not necessary to perform different types of surface treatments and only the same type of surface treatment is required, it is only necessary to provide the same type of surface treatment equipment, and the initial capital investment can be reduced. For example, examples of this surface treatment include thin-film deposition, electrodeposition, and coating that ensure a predetermined light transmittance, and half-deposition and aurora electrodeposition.

(3) In the gaming machine according to (0) above, or in the gaming machine according to (1) or (2) above.
A game board with a game area where a game ball is driven, and
A display means which is arranged at a predetermined position in the game area of the game board and variablely displays identification information for notifying the presence or absence of the occurrence of a game state which is advantageous for the player.
With
The decorative member is arranged at a predetermined position around the display screen of the display means in front view, the light emitting means is arranged on the back surface side thereof, and the light from the light emitting means is incident on the predetermined position on the back surface side. It becomes a light emitting mode when it is emitted from a predetermined position on the front side.
A gaming machine including a control means for controlling the light emission of the light emitting means and its stop.

According to the invention described in (3) above, the game board has a game area in which the game ball is hit. The display means is arranged at a predetermined position in the game area of the game board, and displays the identification information in a variable manner for notifying the presence or absence of the occurrence of a game state that is advantageous to the player. The decorative member is arranged at a predetermined position around the display screen of the display means in front view, the light emitting means is arranged on the back surface side thereof, and the light from the light emitting means is incident on the predetermined position on the back surface side to the front surface. It becomes a light emitting mode when it is emitted from a predetermined position on the side. The control means controls the light emission of the light emitting means and its stop. Therefore, when the light emitting means emits light, the back side of the decorative member becomes bright and the back side of the decorative member can be seen through. Further, when the light emission by the light emitting means is stopped, the back side of the decorative member becomes dark, and the back side of the decorative member can be seen through or made difficult to see.

(4) In the gaming machine according to (3) above.
On the back surface side of the decorative member, a light emitting portion mounting member in which a plurality of light emitting portions constituting the light emitting means are scatteredly arranged is provided.
At least one of the plurality of light transmitting members has a plurality of convex portions or concave portions formed along the peripheral direction of the display screen at a position facing the light emitting portion mounting member. A game machine characterized by being.

According to the invention described in (4) above, the light emitting portion mounting member is formed by interspersing a plurality of light emitting portions constituting the light emitting means, and is provided on the back surface side of the decorative member. At least one of the plurality of light transmitting members has a plurality of convex portions or concave portions formed along the peripheral direction of the display screen at a position facing the light emitting portion mounting member. Therefore, the light from the light emitting portion on the back surface side of the decorative member is stretched in the direction in which the plurality of convex portions or concave portions are arranged, and is emitted radially to each location where the plurality of light emitting portions exist while the decorative member is viewed from the front. It is possible to form each of the luminescent muscles.

(5) In the gaming machine according to (4) above.
At least one of the plurality of light transmitting members includes an extending wall extending in a direction facing the light emitting portion mounting member, and the extending wall extends in the extending direction. A gaming machine characterized in that a plurality of convex portions or concave portions along the same direction are formed over the width of the extending wall.

According to the invention described in (5) above, at least one of the plurality of light transmitting members includes an extending wall extending in a direction facing the light emitting portion mounting member. The extension wall has a plurality of protrusions or recesses formed along the extension direction over the width of the extension wall. Therefore, the light from the light emitting portion on the back surface side of the decorative member is stretched in the direction in which the plurality of convex portions or concave portions on the extending wall are arranged, that is, the light can be emitted over the entire width of the extending wall. ..

(6) In the gaming machine according to (0) above, or in the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above.
The gaming machine is a pachinko machine.

According to the gaming machine according to the above (6), it is possible to provide a pachinko machine in which color variation among decorative parts having gradation is reduced. The basic configuration of the pachinko machine is provided with an operation handle, and a ball as a game medium is launched into a predetermined game area according to the operation of the operation handle, and the ball is arranged at a predetermined position in the game area. As a prerequisite for winning a prize (or passing through the operating gate) in the operating port, the identification information (design, etc.) dynamically displayed on the display device may be fixedly stopped after a predetermined time. Further, when a special gaming state occurs, the variable winning means (specific winning opening) arranged at a predetermined position in the gaming area is opened in a predetermined manner to enable the ball to be won, and the value corresponding to the number of winnings is obtained. Some are given value (including not only prize balls but also data written on a magnetic card).

(7) In the gaming machine according to (0) above, or in the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above.
The gaming machine is a gaming machine characterized in that it is a slot machine.

According to the gaming machine according to the above (7), it is possible to provide a slot machine in which color variation among decorative parts having gradation is reduced. In addition, as a basic configuration of the slot machine, "a variable display means for dynamically displaying an identification information string composed of a plurality of identification information and then confirming the identification information is provided for operating a starting operation means (for example, an operation lever). Due to this, the dynamic display of the identification information is started, and the dynamic display of the identification information is stopped due to the operation of the stop operation means (for example, the stop button) or after a predetermined time has elapsed, and the dynamic display of the identification information is stopped. A gaming machine provided with a special gaming state generating means for generating a special gaming state advantageous to the player, provided that the definite identification information at the time is the specific identification information. In this case, coins, medals, and the like are typical examples of the gaming medium.

(8) In the gaming machine according to (0) above, or in the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above.
The gaming machine is a gaming machine characterized in that it is a fusion of a pachinko machine and a slot machine.

According to the gaming machine according to the above (8), it is possible to provide a machine in which a pachinko machine and a slot machine are fused, in which color variation among decorative parts having gradation is reduced. In addition, as a basic configuration of this fusion, "an identification information variation display means for dynamically displaying an identification information string composed of a plurality of identification information and then confirming and displaying the identification information is provided, and a starting operation means (for example, an operation lever). ), The dynamic display of the identification information is started, and the dynamic display of the identification information is stopped due to the operation of the stop operation means (for example, the stop button) or after a predetermined time has elapsed. A special gaming state generating means for generating a special gaming state advantageous to the player is provided on the condition that the definite identification information at the time of stopping is the specific identification information, and the ball is used as a gaming medium. A gaming machine configured to require a predetermined number of balls to start the dynamic display of the identification information and to pay out a large number of balls when a special gaming state occurs. "

As described above, the present invention is suitable for gaming machines such as pachinko machines and slot machines.

30 ... Game board 30a ... Game area 42 ... Third symbol display device (display means)
262 ... Sub control device (control means)
400 ... Gradation decorative parts (decorative members)
410 ... 1st light transmissive cover (light transmissive member)
412 ... Convex part 413 ... Extension wall 414 ... Convex part 420 ... Second light transmissive cover (light transmissive member)
422 ... Convex part 423 ... Extension wall 424 ... Convex part 430 ... Third light-transmitting cover (light-transmitting member)
432 ... Convex part 433 ... Extension wall 434 ... Convex part 470 ... LED mounting board (light emitting part mounting member)
471 ... LED (light emitting part)

Claims (1)

In a game machine with decorative members
The decorative member, said predetermined state which includes a plurality of different light-transmittable resin molded member having an external shape, fitted with a pre-Symbol plurality of light-transmitting resin molded member in different locations predetermined game components in a predetermined direction as viewed A gaming machine characterized in that one of the light-transmitting resin molding members is arranged so as to partially cover the other light-transmissive resin molding member in a directional view.

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