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IGT Progressive
Controller EZ Setup
User’s Manual

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 Table of Contents
Section 1 Introduction
1.1 Typical Linked Local Progressive Configuration ..............................................2
1.2 IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup Software Overview ..............................3
1.3 Understanding Documentation Conventions ....................................................4

Section 2 IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup Software Installation

2.1 System Requirements ............................................................................................8
2.2 Installing the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup Software .........................9

Section 3 Using the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup Software

3.1 Getting Started ......................................................................................................12
3.2 Working with Progressive Configurations ......................................................16
3.3 Working with a Database ....................................................................................29
3.4 Working with Game Types .................................................................................31
3.5 Working with Progressive Groups ....................................................................33
3.6 Working with Progressive Levels ......................................................................42
3.7 Retrieving IGT Progressive Controller
Meter Information ................................................................................................47

Section 4 Troubleshooting and Accessing Help

4.1 Performing Basic Troubleshooting ....................................................................52
4.2 Using Online Help ...............................................................................................53

Related IGT Documentation ...................................................................................................................57

Glossary ............................................................................................................................................65

Index ............................................................................................................................................85

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Introduction
This guide is intended for users of IGT Progressive Controller (IPC) EZ
Setup software. The IPC EZ Setup software works with the IPC, a
communication controller, to enable operators to configure and run up
to 32 progressive levels on a bank of up to 63 linked and local IGT
slots, video slots, and video poker machines.

Refer to the Glossary on page 65 for definitions of any unfamiliar

terms.

The information in this section includes:

• Section 1.1, Typical Linked Local Progressive Configuration

• Section 1.2, IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup Software

Overview

• Section 1.3, Understanding Documentation Conventions

Note: Gaming machines are referred to differently depending on the

state or jurisdiction in which the gaming machines are located and the
regulations that exist there. For purposes of this manual, the word
“machine” is used in reference to gaming machines.

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1.1 Typical Linked Local Progressive Configuration

A typical linked local progressive configuration using the IPC consists
of a computer running the EZ Setup software (computer not included),
IGT machines, the controller, a printer, and a progressive display
(progressive display not included). Together, these components allow
you to configure and run Multi-Denomination™ progressives on up to
63 local IGT machines.

As shown in Figure 1-1, machines are connected together to form a

“loop” of machines. The connection between the machines, as well as
the connection from the IPC to the machines and the progressive
display, consists of fiber-optic cables.

TYPICAL LINKED LOCAL PROGRESSIVE CONFIGURATION

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1.2 IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup Software

Overview
Use the IPC EZ Setup software to set progressive configuration data
and download the information to the IPC.

1.2.1 Getting to Know the IGT Progressive Controller

EZ Setup Software
When the IPC EZ Setup software first opens, the main screen displays.
The main screen consists of several standard areas and buttons as
shown in Screen 1-1.

Use the menus to: Use the IPC

• open and back Information area
up database files to:
• set boot and • save and send
flash file IPC
locations configurations
• create, save, • get IPC meter
delete, print, information
import and
export IPC
configurations Use the Game
• import game type Types area to
paytables add and remove
• select the serial game types
port
• get online help
• find software
version
information

Use the IPC

Progressive Use the Group
Groups area to: Paytables area to
• define groups view a groups
• define group paytables.
levels
•

Screen 1-1. Main Screen

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1.3 Understanding Documentation Conventions

The different conventions listed in this section describe how to
interpret symbols, words and phrases used throughout the guide.

Interpreting Notation Conventions

The following words or expressions have particular meanings when
performing steps in a process.

• Enter – The user types in the desired information.

• Select or Choose – The user initiates a function from a list of

menu tree options using the mouse.

Database fields and menu options appear in italics.

Example: Go to the Player ID# field.
Select Return.

Screen buttons appear in boldface with the title capitalized.

Example: Cancel

On-screen messages appear within quotation marks.

Example: “Do You Wish to Continue?”

Information requiring emphasis appears as follows:

• Tip: – describes information that is recommended for the

succeeding process.

• Note: – describes information that should be taken into account

before proceeding.

• Important: – describes information that must be taken into

account before proceeding.

• Caution: – describes information that must be taken into account

to avoid serious damage to equipment or software.

• WARNING: – describes information that must be taken into

account to avoid personal injury.

Interpreting Mouse Conventions

Since a mouse can be used with the IPC EZ Setup system,
understanding terms related to the mouse is important.

“Click” means to press and release the mouse button without moving
the mouse.
Example: Click View.

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“Double-click” means to click the mouse button twice quickly without

moving the mouse.
Example: Double-click on the upper-left button.

Interpreting Keyboard Conventions

Brackets ([]) are used to differentiate between function keys and
alphanumeric or symbol keys.
Example: Press [ESC].
Press C.

A plus sign (+) between two key names means to press both keys at
the same time.
Example: “Press [CTRL]+[F1]” means to press the [CTRL] key and
hold it while pressing the [F1] key.

A comma (,) between two key names means to press and release the
keys one after the other.
Example: “Press [ESC],C” means to press and release the [ESC] key
and then press the C key.

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IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup
Software Installation
It is necessary to install the IPC EZ Setup software to configure
progressive levels. The installation program guides you through the
process.

The information in this section includes:

• Section 2.1, System Requirements

• Section 2.2, Installing the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup

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2.1 System Requirements

The IPC EZ Setup software works on computers running a Microsoft®
Windows® 2000 or Windows® XP operating system. Specific
requirements are as follows:

• Microsoft® Windows 2000 or Windows XP operating system

• Microsoft® Internet Explorer version 5.01 or higher

• Minimum 133 MHz processor

• Minimum 128MB RAM

• 600MB free hard-disk space

• CD-ROM drive

• Serial port

Note: The IPC EZ Setup software will automatically install the

following two programs if necessary.

• Microsoft® Data Access Component (MDAC) 2.6 (included with

the IPC EZ Setup CD)

• Microsoft® .NET Framework V1.1 (included with the IPC EZ

Setup CD)

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2.2 Installing the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup

Software
The IPC EZ Setup installation program guides you through the
installation process.

1. Insert the IPC EZ Setup CD in the CD-ROM drive.

2. Using Microsoft® Internet Explorer or My Computer, locate the

CD-ROM drive.

3. Double-click setup.exe to start the installation.

4. Follow the on-screen installation instructions. Click OK to

continue or Cancel to exit without installing the software.

Note: For more detailed information, see the ReadMe file located on
the IPC EZ Setup CD.

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Using the IGT Progressive
Controller EZ Setup Software
The IPC EZ Setup software program is designed to be an easy-to-use
utility for configuring progressive prizes. This section includes
detailed instructions for operating the IPC EZ Setup software. For
general information about the IPC and IPC EZ Setup software,
including illustrations and a main screen overview, refer to Section 1
on page 1. For troubleshooting information, refer to Section 4 on
page 51.

The information in this section includes:

• Section 3.1, Getting Started

• Section 3.2, Working with Progressive Configurations

• Section 3.3, Working with a Database

• Section 3.4, Working with Game Types

• Section 3.5, Working with Progressive Groups

• Section 3.6, Working with Progressive Levels

• Section 3.7, Retrieving IGT Progressive Controller Meter

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3.1 Getting Started

The IPC EZ Setup software is designed to guide you through the first
configuration. Before sending a configuration to the IGT Progressive
Controller:

• Set the boot and flash files (refer to Section 3.1.2 and 3.1.3).

• Import paytables for games (refer to Section 3.1.4)

• Connect the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup computer and

the IPC unit with a null modem cable (refer to Section 3.2.10).

• Set the IPC unit to configuration mode (refer to the IGT

Progressive Controller Operator’s Guide).

• Set the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup computer’s serial

port for the null modem cable connection (refer to Section 3.2.10).

3.1.1 Setting a Database File

The database file contains configuration information for the
progressive games.

To set a database file:

1. Select Open Database from the File menu to open the Open the
Database window.

Screen 3-1. Opening the Database File

2. Select IPC.mdb and click Open to open the IGT Progressive
Controller window and display the database information.

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3.1.2 Setting a Boot File Location

The boot file enables the IPC EZ Setup software and the IPC unit to
communicate.

To set a boot file location:

1. Select Set Boot File Location from the File menu to open the Set Boot
File window.

Screen 3-2. Setting the Boot File

2. Select the BinFiles folder and click Open to display the contents of
the BinFiles folder.

Screen 3-3. Setting the Boot File

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3. Select a boot file and click Open to set the IPC EZ Setup boot file.

Note: The current location of the boot file displays if the boot file was
previously set.

3.1.3 Setting a Flash File Location

The flash file enables the IPC EZ Setup software and the IPC unit to
communicate.

To set a flash file:

1. Select Set Flash File Location from the File menu to open the Set
Flash File Location window.

Screen 3-4. Setting the Flash File

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2. Select a flash file and click Open to set the IPC EZ Setup flash file.

Note: The current location of the flash file displays if the flash file was
previously set.

3.1.4 Importing Game Type Paytables

Game type paytables contain configuration information for the
progressive games.

To import a game type paytable:

1. Select Import Game Type Paytables from the File menu to open the
Import Game Set File window.

Screen 3-5. Importing the Game Type Paytables File

2. Select a game type paytable file and click Open to add the game
types to the database.

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3.2 Working with Progressive Configurations

The following information provides details regarding the setup and
maintenance of an IPC configuration.

3.2.1 IPC Numbers

The IPC ID Number is the unique identification number stored in an
IGT Progressive Controller unit as the IPC ID.

IGT recommends using the serial number of each IGT Progressive

Controller unit as its IPC ID number.

To set a progressive configuration to connect the IGT Progressive

Controller EZ Setup computer through the established serial ports
null-modem cable to the IGT Progressive Controller unit:

1. Set the unique IPC ID number for the IGT Progressive Controller
unit (refer to the IGT Progressive Controller Operator’s Guide).

2. Open the desired progressive configuration in the IGT Progressive

Controller EZ Setup window (refer to Section 3.2.4).

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Screen 3-6. Setting the IPC ID Number

3. Enter the same IPC ID number set in the IGT Progressive
Controller unit in the IPC ID Number field of the IPC Information
area of the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup window.
4. Select Save IPC Configuration or the Save IPC Configuration As from
the File menu to save the progressive configuration.

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3.2.2 IPC Descriptors

To provide a detailed description of the settings, location and use of a
progressive configuration:

1. Open the desired progressive configuration in the IGT Progressive

Controller EZ Setup window (refer to Section 3.2.4).

Screen 3-7. Entering the IPC Description

2. Enter information describing the displayed progressive

configuration in the Description field of the IPC Information area of
the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup window.

Up to five lines at a time display in the Descriptions field.

3. Click the up/down arrow buttons to display descriptions longer

than the five displayed lines.

4. Select Save IPC Configuration or the Save IPC Configuration As from

the File menu to save the progressive configuration.

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3.2.3 Creating an IGT Progressive Controller Configuration

To create an IPC configuration:

1. Select New IPC Configuration from the File menu to open the New
IPC Configuration window.

Screen 3-8. Creating a New IGT Progressive Controller Configuration

2. Enter a unique name for the new configuration in the New IPC
Name field and click OK to open the IGT Progressive Controller EZ
Setup window and display the new configuration.

3.2.4 Opening an IGT Progressive Controller Configuration

To open and view details of an IPC configuration:

1. Select Open IPC Configuration from the File menu to open the Open
IPC Configuration window.

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Screen 3-9. Opening an IPC Configuration

2. Select a configuration and click OK to open the IGT Progressive

Controller EZ Setup window and display the configuration.

3.2.5 Saving and Renaming an IGT Progressive Controller

Configurations and Templates
You can open an existing configuration and save it under a new name
or as a template or after entering new information for a configuration,
save the configuration so you do not lose valuable data.

Saving and Renaming a Configuration

To save the configuration settings displayed in the IGT Progressive
Controller EZ Setup window, select Save IPC Configuration from the
File menu or click Save IPC Configuration.

To save the configuration under a new name:

1. Select Save IPC Configuration As from the File menu to open the
Save IPC Configuration As window.

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Screen 3-10. Saving and Renaming an IPC Configuration

2. Enter a unique name for the configuration in the Save As Name field
and click OK to open the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup
window and display the configuration.

Saving a Configuration as a Template

If you have created a configuration you would like to use as a template
starting point for other configurations:

1. Select Save IPC Configuration As from the File menu to open the
Save IPC Configuration As window.

Screen 3-11. Saving an IPC Configuration Template

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2. Enter a unique name for the configuration template in the Save As

Name field and click OK to open the IGT Progressive Controller EZ
Setup window and display the configuration template’s settings.

Creating a Configuration from a Template

If you want to create a new IPC configuration from a template:

1. Select Save IPC Configuration from the File menu to save the
template before making any changes.

2. Select Save IPC Configuration As from the File menu to open the
Save IPC Configuration As window.

Screen 3-12. Creating a Configuration from a Template

3. Enter a unique name for the configuration in the Save As Name field
and click OK to open the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup
window and display the configuration’s starting point settings.

4. Change the desired settings in the configuration and select Save

IPC Configuration from the File menu to save the updates to the
configuration without changing the original template.

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3.2.6 Deleting an IGT Progressive Controller Configuration

Deleting a configuration permanently removes the configuration from

the IPC EZ Setup software.

To delete a configuration:
1. Select Delete IPC Configuration from the File menu to open the
Delete IPC Configuration window.

Screen 3-13. Deleting an IPC Configuration

2. Select a configuration to delete and click OK to delete the

configuration from the IPC EZ Setup software.

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3.2.7 Printing an IGT Progressive Controller Configuration

To print a hardcopy of a progressive configuration’s details:

1. Select Print IPC Configuration from the File menu to open the Print
window.

Screen 3-14. Printing an IPC Configuration

2. Check the Group Configuration check box to display a group’s

configuration and levels settings:

3. Check the Available Paytables check box to display available

paytables ID code, description, and payback percentage.

4. Click Print Preview to preview how the hard copy will print
before sending it to the printer.

5. Click Page Settings to make any changes to how the hard copy
page will appear before sending it to the printer.

Note: Use the default print settings in the Page Settings window to
maximize the printed results.

6. Click Print to access the print settings for your printer.

7. From your printer’s print settings screen, click Print.

Note: For most printers, the printer software button name is “Print”;
however, the name of this button may be different (such as “OK”)
based on the type of printer you are using.

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3.2.8 Importing an IGT Progressive Controller Configuration

Importing a configuration allows the user to take a configuration from
another computer and load it into EZ Setup.

To import a configuration:

1. Select Import IPC Configuration from the File menu to open the
Import Configuration File window.

Screen 3-15. Importing an IPC Configuration File

2. Select a configuration to import and click Open to open the IGT

Progressive Controller EZ Setup window and display the
configuration.

3.2.9 Exporting an IGT Progressive Controller Configuration

Exporting a progressive configuration allows you to create a
configuration on a different computer and load it into a new computer
without overwriting the entire database file. It also allows you to send
a problematic configuration to IGT should problems arise.

To export a configuration:

1. Select Export IPC Configuration from the File menu to open the
Export Configuration File window.

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Screen 3-16. Exporting an IPC Configuration File

2. Enter a unique name for the configuration in the File Name field
and click Save.

3.2.10 Setting the Serial Port

Serial ports are a device on a computer for inputting and outputting
information. A “null modem” cable connected to the IPC and the
computer on which the EZ Setup program is installed is required for
sending configurations to the controller. Ask your IT professional if
you are not sure which port you need to use.

To setup the serial port, select the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup
computer’s Port number for the null-modem cable connection from the
Serial Port menu.

Screen 3-17. Setting the Serial Port

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3.2.11 Sending a Progressive Configuration from the IGT

Progressive Controller EZ Setup Software to the IGT
Progressive Controller Unit
Before sending a configuration to the IGT Progressive Controller:

1. Set the boot and flash files (refer to Section 3.1).

2. Connect the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup computer and

the IPC unit with a null-modem cable.
3. Set the IPC unit to configuration mode (refer to the IGT
Progressive Controller Operator’s Guide).

4. Set the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup computer’s serial port

for the null-modem cable connection.

To send a configuration to the IPC unit:

1. Open a configuration for display in the IGT Progressive Controller

EZ Setup window (refer to Section 3.2).

2. Click Send IPC Configuration in the IPC Information section of the

IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup window to open the IPC
Communications window.

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Screen 3-18. Sending an IPC Configuration to the IPC Unit

3. Click Exit after the progress window displays the text IPC Config
Complete...Done!.

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3.3 Working with a Database

The following information provides details regarding the opening and
backing up of an IPC’s database of configurations.

3.3.1 Opening a Database

The database file contains configuration information for progressive
games.

To open the database file:

1. Select Open Database from the File menu to open the Open the
Database window.

Screen 3-19. Opening a Database File

2. Select a database and click OK to open the IGT Progressive

Controller EZ Setup window and display the database.

3.3.2 Backing Up a Database

To back up a database:

1. Select Backup Database from the File menu to open the Backup
Database window.

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Screen 3-20. Backing Up a Database File

2. Enter a unique name for the database in the File Name field and
click Save.

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3.4 Working with Game Types

The following information provides details regarding the setup and
maintenance of an IPC configuration’s game types.

3.4.1 Importing Game Type Paytables

Game type paytables contain configuration information for the
progressive games.

To import a game type paytable:

1. Select Import Game Type Paytables from the File menu to open the
Import Game Type Paytables File window.

Screen 3-21. Importing a Game Type Paytables File

2. Select a game type paytable file and click Open to add the game
types to the database.

Note: Importing Game Type Paytables may take several minutes.

3.4.2 Adding and Removing Active Game Types

The active game types determine the paytables available for a
configuration.

To activate or inactivate game types:

1. Click Add/Remove Game Types in the Game Types area of the IGT
Progressive Controller EZ Setup window to open the
Add/Remove Game Types window.

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Screen 3-22. Adding / Removing Game Type Paytables

2. Click a game type or press [CTRL] to select multiple game types

and click Add Selected or Remove Selected to move game types
between the Active Game Types and Available Game Types
window areas.

OR

3. Click Add All or Remove All to move all the game types
displayed between the Active Game Types and Available Game
Types window areas.

Note: Game Types used in a Group Definition of the current

progressive configuration cannot be removed from Active Game Types
before first being removed from the Group Definition (refer to Section
3.5).

4. Click Exit to open the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup

window and display the active game types in the Active Game
Types field of the Game Types area.

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3.5 Working with Progressive Groups

A progressive group is a grouping of progressive prize levels under a
unique name with a defined game type, denomination and winning
combination types.

3.5.1 Group Type

An IPC progressive groups’ type is determined by assigning a game
type (poker, keno, slots, etc.) and the game type’s associated paytables
to the progressive group.

To assign a game type to a progressive group, click the Game Type field
to display the active game types and click a game type.

The selected game type determines the paytables displayed in the

Available Paytables field of the Paytables and Levels area of the Group
Definitions window.

Screen 3-23. Defining a Group

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3.5.2 Group Denomination

An IPC progressive group’s denomination is determined by assigning
a denomination value to the progressive group.

To assign a denomination value to a progressive group, click the

Denomination field to display the available denominations and click a
value (see Screen 3-23).

3.5.3 Unreasonable Increment

An IPC progressive group’s unreasonable increment is determined by
assigning a meter increment amount in pennies to the progressive
group. Upon calculating an unreasonable machine meter increment,
the IPC unit displays an unreasonable increment message and ignores
the progressive meter increment amount. By setting an unreasonable
increment amount IPC operators are notified of machine meter
increments greater than a reasonable amount before the increment
affects the progressive meter display.

To assign an unreasonable increment value to a progressive group,

enter an amount in pennies in the Unreasonable Increment field (see
Screen 3-23).

3.5.4 Paytable Display Mode

To change the way the paytables in the Contributing and Available
Paytables fields of the Paytables and Levels area of the Group
Definitions window display:

Select the Display Paytable/Config Name option button to display the

paytable ID code. Refer to the game type’s paytable reference
documentation to determine the paytable’s game name and payback
percentage.

OR

Select the Display Paytable Description option button to display a

descriptive version of the paytable game name and payback
percentage.

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Screen 3-24. Displaying Paytables

3.5.5 Paytable Levels

An IPC progressive group’s available progressive levels are
determined by assigning compatible paytables to the progressive
group. Only paytables with compatible winning combinations can be
grouped to create a progressive meter increment. The royal flush is a
winning combination in many single- and multi-hand poker games
that is not available in keno or slot games.

Available Paytables
1. To view an available paytable’s levels of winning combinations,
right-click the paytable name in the Available Paytables field of the
Paytables and Levels area of the Group Definitions window.

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Screen 3-25. Viewing a Paytable’s Available Levels

2. To select up to two paytable names in the Available Paytable field,
press [CTRL] and right-click on up to two of the selected paytable
names to view both available paytables levels of winning
combinations.

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Screen 3-26. Viewing the Available Levels of Two Paytables

Contributing Paytables
To assign or remove paytables from the contributing paytables of the
progressive group:

1. Click a paytable name in the Available Paytable field or press

[CTRL] and select multiple paytable names and click Add
Selected or Remove Selected to move paytables between the
Available Paytables and Contributing Paytables window areas.

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Screen 3-27. Assigning / Removing Paytables

2. Click Add All or Remove All to move all the paytables displayed
between the Available Paytables and Contributing Paytables
window areas.

Available Levels
The compatible winning combinations from the paytables
displayed in the Contributed Paytables field display in the
Available Levels field of the Paytables and Levels area of the
Group Definitions window.

3.5.6 Adding, Renaming, Saving and Deleting Progressive

Groups

Adding Groups
To define a group:

1. Click Define Groups in the IPC Progressive Groups area of the IGT
Progressive Controller EZ Setup window to open the Group
Definitions window.

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Screen 3-28. Creating New IPC Groups

2. Click Add Group to open the Add a New Group window.

Screen 3-29. Naming a New IPC Group

3. Enter a descriptive name for the group in the New Group Name field
and click OK to open the Group Definitions window and display
the group information.

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Screen 3-30. Viewing a Group’s Definitions

Deleting Groups
To delete a group:

1. Click the Group Name field to display the current groups and click a
group to delete it (see Screen 3-30).
2. Click Delete Group to delete the selected group displayed in the
Group Name field and click Yes in the Delete Group? window to
delete the group.

Editing a Group Name

To edit the name of a group:

1. Click the Group Name field to display the current groups and click a
group to change its name.

2. Click Edit Group Name to open the Edit Group Name window.

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Screen 3-31. Editing a Group’s Name

3. Edit the descriptive name for the group in the Group Name field
and click OK to open the Group Definitions window and display
the group information.

Saving a Group
To save a group:

1. Click the Group Name field to display the current groups and click a
group to save it.
2. Click Save Group to save the selected group displayed in the
Group Name field.

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3.6 Working with Progressive Levels

Progressive levels are the different paytable winning combinations
that are compatible across the game type(s) of a progressive group.
Each winning combination level is configured with the same
maximum prize, base and reset amount and contributes the same
percentage of the wager to the progressive pool.

To have a machine’s main menu screen display the game types

available with progressive wins, the Add to Game Set level must first
be configured for each progressive group (refer to Section 3.6.1).

The following sample machine game main menu screen displays the
progressive games available (Triple Play™ Deuces Wild, Triple Play™
Double Bonus and Triple Play™ Double Double Bonus) when the 5¢
or 10¢ denomination is wagered.

Screen 3-32. Machine Main Menu

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3.6.1 Setting a Progressive Group’s Machine Display Level

The Add to Game Set level is a group level which sets a machine’s
main screen to display the game types available with progressive
wins.

To set Add to Game Set level of a progressive group:

1. Select the desired progressive group in the Group Name field of

the IPC Progressive Groups area of the IGT Progressive Controller
EZ Setup window:

Screen 3-33. Viewing IPC Groups

2. Click Define Group Levels to open the Group Level Definitions

window and display the progressive group’s level settings.
3. Click the Level field, and select the Add to Game Set option.

4. Click Save Level to save the Add to Game Set level to the Defined
Group field.

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Screen 3-34. Establishing a Group’s Add to Game Set Level

5. Click the Level field to display the current levels and click a level to
to display the level’s settings.

3.6.2 Defining the Levels of a Progressive Group

To set the payout level of a winning combination:

Screen 3-35. Defining a Group’s Level Settings

Click in the appropriate field to define the level settings for a

progressive group. Refer to Table 3-1 for information regarding the
Group Level Definitions fields.

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Table 3-1.
Group Level Definitions Fields
Field Name Description
The maximum amount in dollars that the level’s
Max Prize
progressive prize pays out.
The start amount in dollars of a progressive level’s
Base Amount
prize payout.
The amount in dollars the level resets to after a
Reset Amount
progressive hit.
The percentage amount of each wager contributed
Contribution %
to the progressive pool of the level.
An on/off setting that adds any contributions in
Escrow Prize excess of the Max Prize to the value of the level’s
next reset amount after a progressive hit.

3.6.3 Saving a Level

To save a new level, click Save Level to save a level’s displayed
settings and add the level to the Defined Group Levels field.

To change and save a level’s settings:

1. Click a level in the Defined Group Levels field to display the level’s
settings.

2. Select and change the desired settings of the level and click Save
Level to save a level’s new settings.

3.6.4 Deleting a Level

To delete a level:

1. Click a level in the Defined Group Levels field to display the level’s
settings.

2. Click Delete Level to remove the level to the Defined Group Levels
field and delete a level’s displayed settings.

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3.6.5 Copying a Level

Copying a level is a convenient way to configure many different levels
with the same settings. In particular, this is used when setting the
individual hands of a multi-hand poker progressive game.

To copy one level’s settings for use with another level:

1. Click a level in the Defined Group Levels field to display the level’s
settings.

2. Confirm the settings to be copied are displayed, then click Copy

Level to copy the displayed settings.

3. Click the Level field, and click the level to receive the copied level
settings.

4. Click Paste Level to paste the copied settings into the displayed
level.

5. Confirm the level’s new settings, then click Save Level to save the
level’s new settings and add the level to the Defined Group Levels
field.

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3.7 Retrieving IGT Progressive Controller

Meter Information
To view the current meters of machines connected to the IGT
Progressive Controller:

1. Open the desired progressive configuration in the IGT Progressive

Controller EZ Setup window.

Screen 3-36. Viewing IPC Meters

2. Click Get IPC Meters to open the Get IPC Meters window.

Screen 3-37. Acquiring an IPC’s Metered Amounts

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3. Check the Paytable Meters check box to download:

• EGM ID

• Date/Time

• Meter Map ID

• Denomination Code

• Paytable ID

• Money Wagered

• Money Won

• Jackpot

• Handpays

• Games Played

• Max Bet Games Played

• Bonus Events

4. Check the Terminal Meters check box to download:

• EGM ID

• Date/Time

• Meter Map ID

• Denomination Code

• Money Wagered

• Money Won

• Games Played

• Coin to Drop

5. Check the Jackpot Group Meters check box to download:

• EGM ID

• Date/Time

• Meter Map ID

• Denomination Code

• Group ID

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• Money Wagered Since Last JP

• Progressive Wins

6. Click Get IPC Meters to download the selected meter readings as

separate comma-delimited files to the directory displayed at the
bottom of the Get IPC Meters window.

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Section 4
Troubleshooting and Accessing
Help
The IPC EZ Setup software is designed to be easy to use. When you
have a question, you have several resources for finding a solution.

The information in this section includes:

• Section 4.1, Performing Basic Troubleshooting

• Section 4.2, Using Online Help

Note: This guide is intended to assist with common IPC EZ Setup

software procedures. For information related to the IPC, refer to the
IGT Progressive Controller Operator’s Guide. For information
related to machine setup, refer to the IGT Progressive Controller
Game Software Setup card.

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4.1 Performing Basic Troubleshooting

Table 4-1 is intended to assist with resolving some common IPC EZ
Setup software issues.

Table 4-1. Common Issues and Solutions

Issue Solution
Currently, only one report prints at a
When I select multiple copies of IPC time. It is necessary to perform
reports, only one copy prints. printing procedures for each copy of
the report you want to print.

When I download a configuration Press the Continue button on the

that only includes an Add to Game machine to ignore the error and
Set level, I receive a machine error. continue.

Verify the correct serial port has

been selected from the IPC EZ
Setup Serial Port menu.
Verify that the null-modem cable is
connected to the computer and the
I click Send IPC Configuration (or IPC.
Update IPC Flash) and nothing
Verify the RS232 daughter card in
happens.
the IPC has the following jumpers:
E2, E4, E6.
The bottom left-most pair of Red/
Green LEDs on the IPC flashes
when communication is occurring.

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4.2 Using Online Help

The IPC EZ Setup software comes with a complete online Help system.

4.2.1 Opening Online Help

To view online Help, click the Help menu and select Help Contents to
open the IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup Help.

4.2.2 Navigating Online Help

There are a number of ways to navigate through the IGT Progressive
Controller EZ Setup Help.

Using the Navigation Bar

• Click Hide to hide the navigation bar so only the topic window
displays.

• Click Show to display the navigation bar.

• Click Print to print the topic displayed in the topic window.

• Click Options to view more options.

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Finding a Topic Using the Contents Tab:

1. Click the Contents tab.

2. Double-click a book to display its related topics.

3. Click a topic to display it in the topic window.

Finding a Topic Using the Index Tab:

1. Click the Index tab to display the index entries.

2. Double-click an index entry to display its related topic in the topic

window.

OR
Type in a keyword related to what you want to find.

The program highlights the closest related phrase. Double-click the

index entry to display its related topic in the topic window.

4.2.3 Printing Online Help

You can print a single help topic or all the topics contained in a book.

To print a single topic:

1. Click the Contents tab.

2. Click the topic you want to print.

3. Click Print.

The Print Topics dialogue box displays.

4. Click the Print the selected topic button.

5. Click OK.

The Print dialogue box displays to allow you to complete the

printing process.

To print all the topics in a book:

1. Click the Contents tab.

2. Click the book you want to print.

3. Click Print.

The Print Topics dialogue box displays.

4. Click the Print the selected headings and all subtopics button.

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5. Click OK.

The Print dialog box displays to allow you to complete the printing
process.

4.2.4 Exiting Online Help

Click the X button in the upper right corner to exit Help.

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Related IGT Documentation
Machine Documentation
IGT machine documentation consists of a series of manuals. Each manual addresses different aspects
of field service as follows:

• Machine specifications – provide environmental, electrical, dimensional, stand, and lock

specifications for IGT machines.

• Machine installation – contains installation instructions for all IGT machines.

• Troubleshooting – contains procedures to diagnose and rectify common problems with

hardware components of gaming machines.

• Game software – contains program information required to select options, test, diagnose and
record cumulative data.

• Maintenance procedures – provide complete field service instructions, including removal/

replacement, maintenance and adjustments, disassembly and assembly, and functional
verification, for both optional and standard components.

• Mechanical parts – contain exploded view illustrations and parts lists.

• Electronic diagrams and parts – contain connector overviews, wiring diagrams, board
assembly parts lists, and schematics.

Note: IGT machines may be manufactured with components from a third-party vendor. For those
components not documented in this manual, contact the component manufacturer directly.

Systems Documentation
IGT systems documentation provides detailed information about systems operation:

• User’s guides – furnish information regarding system configuration, operations, and

accounting procedures, and provide events lists and report samples.

• System hardware guides – contain system-specific hardware information.

• Quick reference cards – offer easy-to-use instructions about systems hardware and software.

Currently Available Documentation

Refer to the following lists for information about currently available documentation.

Visit the IGT Web site, www.IGT.com, for documentation prices and to view selected documentation
online.

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All Machine-Related Products

Title Part Number
• Machine Installation Procedures 821-287-XX
• Troubleshooting Game Machines 821-283-XX

Game King Machines

All Game King Machines
Title Part Number
• 80960 Tester Operator's Manual 821-333-XX
• Game King Release 3 Software Quick Reference Cards 821-310-XX
• Game King Release 4 Software Quick Reference Cards 821-318-XX
• Game King/Vision Series Peripheral Device Download Procedure 821-198-XX
• Game Software: Game King Products – Release 4 821-321-XX
• Machine Specifications: 80960 Products 821-356-XX
Upright Machines
Title Part Number
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Game King 17" Gaming 821-307-XX
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Game King 19" Gaming 821-242-XX
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Game King 19" Lottery (w/Printer) 821-237-XX
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Game King 13" Gaming 821-246-XX
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Game King 19" European Lottery (w/Printer) 821-239-XX
• Machine Specifications: 80960 Products 821-356-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: Game King 17" Upright 821-332-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: Game King/Winner's Choice 19" 821-236-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: Winner's Choice 13" 821-247-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Game King 13" Gaming 821-244-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Game King 17" Upright with Hopper 821-306-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Game King 19" Upright with Hopper or Printer 821-301-XX
• Winner's Choice 19" Field Service Supplement (ARMY) 821-196-XX
Slant-Top Machines
Title Part Number
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Game King 13" Slant-Top Gaming 821-250-XX
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Game King 17" Slant-Top Gaming 821-269-XX
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Game King 19" Slant-Top 821-302-XX
• Machine Specifications: 80960 Products 821-356-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: Game King 13" Slant-Top 821-266-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: Game King 19" Slant-Top 821-337-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: Vision Series/Game King 17" Slant-Top 821-293-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Game King 13" Slant-Top 821-251-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Game King 17" Slant-Top 821-270-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Game King 19" Slant-Top 821-338-XX
Flat-Top and Drop-in-bar Machines
Title Part Number
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Game King 13" Flat-Top Gaming 821-273-XX
• Machine Specifications: 80960 Products 821-356-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: Game King 13" Flat-Top 821-282-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Game King 13” Flat-Top 821-274-XX

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Game King Plus Machines

Title Part Number
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Game King Plus 19" Upright (Preliminary) 821-352-XX
• Machine Specifications: 80960 Products 821-356-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: Game King Plus 19” Upright (Preliminary) 821-353-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Game King Plus 19" Upright (Preliminary) 821-351-XX

Player’s Edge-Plus Machines

All Player’s Edge-Plus Machines
Title Part Number
• Game Software: Player's Edge-Plus Products 821-227-XX
• Machine Specifications: 8032 Products 821-357-XX
• Player's Edge-Plus International Software Guide 821-038-XX
• Player's Edge-Plus Video Tester – Euro Supplement 821-289-XX
• Player's Edge-Plus Video Tester Operator's Manual 821-052-XX
• S-Plus/Player's Edge-Plus Electronics Repair Manual 821-126-XX
Upright Machines
Title Part Number
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Player’s Edge-Plus 13” IBA 821-231-XX
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Player's Edge-Plus 13" Non-IBA 821-232-XX
• Euro Supplement – Player's Edge-Plus 13" 821-193-XX
• Euro Supplement – Player's Edge-Plus 13" with Touchscreen /Hopper 821-264-XX
• Euro Supplement – Player's Edge-Plus 13" with Touchscreen /Printer 821-268-XX
• Euro Supplement – Player's Edge-Plus 19" 821-208-XX
• Euro Supplement – Player's Edge-Plus IBA 821-191-XX
• Euro Supplement – Player's Edge-Plus19" with Touchscreen /Hopper 821-261-XX
• Large Screen Player's Edge-Plus Manual 821-095-XX
• Machine Specifications: 8032 Products 821-357-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: Player's Edge-Plus 13" Upright IBA 821-229-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Player's Edge-Plus 13" IBA 821-230-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Player's Edge-Plus 13" Non-IBA 821-233-XX
• Player's Edge-Plus Brazil Field Service Supplement (Upright) 821-221-XX
• Player's Edge-Plus Dual Monitor Keno (Upright) 821-069-XX
• Player's Edge-Plus Touchscreen Keno Supplement (Upright) 821-092-XX
• Player's Edge-Plus Montana Field Service Supplement (Upright) 821-072-XX
Slant-Top Machines
Title Part Number
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Players Edge-Plus Slant-Top 821-276-XX
• Euro Supplement – Player's Edge-Plus Slant-Top 821-195-XX
• Machine Specifications: 8032 Products 821-357-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: Player's Edge-Plus Slant-Top 821-275-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Player's Edge-Plus Slant-Top 821-277-XX
• Player's Edge-Plus Dual-Monitor Slant-Top Supplement 821-064-XX
Flat-Top and Drop-in-bar Machines
Title Part Number
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Player's Edge-Plus Flat-Top IBA 821-199-XX
• Euro Supplement – Player's Edge Plus Drop-In-Bar 821-263-XX

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• Machine Specifications: 8032 Products 821-357-XX

• Maintenance Procedures: Player's Edge-Plus Flat-Top 821-331-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Player's Edge-Plus Flat-Top IBA 821-320-XX
• Player's Edge-Plus Drop-In-Bar Field Service Manual (Flat-Top) 821-158-XX
• Player's Edge-Plus Montana Flat-Top Supplement 821-068-XX

Player’s Choice Machines

Title Part Number
• Player's Choice Arcade Bingo – Game Software Guide 821-094-XX
• Player's Choice Arcade Field Service Manual (use with 821-077-01) 821-077-00
• Player's Choice Arcade Field Service Manual Addendum
(use with 821-077-00) 821-077-01
• Player's Choice Classic Field Service Manual 821-070-XX
• Player's Choice Software Guide (all games) 821-127-XX

S-Plus Machines
All S-Plus Machines
Title Part Number
• Game Software: S-Plus Products 821-206-XX
• Machine Specifications: 8032 Products 821-357-XX
• S-Plus Diagnostic Card Set 821-154-XX
• S-Plus International Software Guide 821-047-XX
• S-Plus Stepper Tester – Euro Supplement 821-290-XX
• S-Plus Tester Operator's Manual 821-051-XX
• S-Plus Tournament Game Set-up Quick Reference Card 821-292-XX
• S-Plus/Player's Edge-Plus Electronics Repair Manual 821-126-XX
Upright Machines
Title Part Number
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: S-Plus Upright IBA 821-204-XX
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: S-Plus Upright Non-IBA 821-225-XX
• Euro Supplement – S-Plus IBA 821-189-XX
• Machine Specifications: 8032 Products 821-357-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: S-Plus Upright Machines 821-203-XX
• Mechanical Parts: S-Plus Upright IBA 821-205-XX
• Mechanical Parts: S-Plus Upright Non-IBA 821-226-XX
• Supplement – Bonus Wheel Machine 821-265-XX
Slant-Top Machines
Title Part Number
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: S-Plus Slant-Top 821-259-XX
• Euro Supplement – S-Plus Slant 821-194-XX
• Machine Specifications: 8032 Products 821-357-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: S-Plus Slant-Top 821-267-XX
• Mechanical Parts: S-Plus Slant-Top 821-258-XX
• Totem Pole Supplement 821-272-XX

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S-Plus Limited Machines

Title Part Number
• S-Plus Limited Supplement – Hit the Top 821-312-XX
• S-Plus Limited Supplement – Jewel in the Crown 821-325-XX
• S-Plus Limited Supplement – Little Devil 821-324-XX
• S-Plus Limited Supplement – Pinball 821-305-XX
• S-Plus Limited Supplement – Run For Your Money 821-323-XX
• S-Plus Limited Supplement – Top Dollar 821-311-XX

S2000 Machines
All S2000 Machines
Title Part Number
• Game Software: Vision Series/S2000 Products – Release 8 821-339-XX
• Machine Specifications: 80960 Products 821-356-XX
• Quick Reference Cards: Vision/S2000 Software Release 8 821-345-XX
S2000 Upright Machines
Title Part Number
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Vision/S2000 Slot Upright 821-340-XX
• S2000-I Field Service Supplement (Upright) 821-354-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: Vision/S2000 Slot Upright 821-294-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Vision/S2000 Slot Upright 821-303-XX
• Top Box Dice Configurations Supplement 821-362-XX
S2000 Slant-Top Machines
Title Part Number
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Vision/S2000 Slot Slant-Top 821-341-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: Vision Series/S2000/Game King 17" Slant-Top 821-293-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Vision/S2000 Slot Slant-Top 821-304-XX

Vision Series Machines

All Vision Series Machines
Title Part Number
• 80960 Tester Operator's Manual 821-333-XX
• Game King/Vision Series Peripheral Device Download Procedure 821-198-XX
• Game Software: Vision Series/S2000 Products – Release 8 821-339-XX
• Game Software: Vision Series/S2000 Products – Release 9 821-359-XX
• Machine Specifications: 80960 Products 821-356-XX
• Quick Reference Cards: Vision/S2000 Software Release 8 821-345-XX
• Quick Reference Cards? Vision/S2000 Software Release 9 821-361-XX
Upright Machines
Title Part Number
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Vision/S2000 Slot Upright 821-340-XX
• Machine Specifications: 80960 Products 821-356-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: Vision/S2000 Slot Upright 821-294-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Vision/S2000 Slot Upright 821-303-XX

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Slant-Top Machines
Title Part Number
• Electronic Diagrams & Parts: Vision/S2000 Slot Slant-Top 821-341-XX
• Machine Specifications: 80960 Products 821-356-XX
• Maintenance Procedures: Vision Series/S2000/Game King 17"
Slant-Top 821-293-XX
• Mechanical Parts: Vision/S2000 Slant-Top 821-304-XX

EZ Pay Products
Title Part Number
• EZ Pay Hardware Supplement 821-220-XX
• EZ Pay Thermal Printer Quick Reference Cards 821-358-XX

Additional Component Products

Bill Acceptor Products
Title Part Number
• JCM Tester Training Guide 821-450-XX
• Quick Reference Card, Mars BA-ZT1200 821-342-XX
• World Bill Acceptor Calibration Procedures 821-271-XX
• World Bill Acceptor Field Service Manual 821-256-XX
• World Bill Acceptor Quick Reference Card 821-257-XX
CVT and CCOM Products
Title Part Number
• CVT Operations Guide (Clerk Validation Terminal) 821-093-XX
• CVT/LCT Field Service Manual (use with supplement 821-108-10 or 821-108-20) 821-108-01
• CVT/LCT Gaming Field Service Supplement (use with 821-108-01) 821-108-20
• CVT/LCT Lottery Field Service Supplement (use with 821-108-01) 821-108-10
• CVT-Plus Field Service Manual 821-255-XX
• CVT-Plus Operator's Guide 821-254-XX
• Euro Supplement – CCOM 821-245-XX
• Euro Supplement – CVT 821-260-XX
• EZ Route CVT Operator's Guide 821-249-XX
• EZ Route CVT-Plus Operator’s Guide 821-348-XX
• IGT Progressive Controller Game Software Setup 821-364-XX

All SMART Related Products

Title Part Number
• SMART Keyboard Template – Club Workstation 821-183-XX
• SMART Keyboard Template – Hard Count 821-181-XX
• SMART Keyboard Template – Jackpot/Hopper Fill 821-180-XX
• SMART Keyboard Template – Security Display 821-179-XX
• SMART Keyboard Template – Soft Count 821-182-XX
• SMART System Training – Accounting & Auditing Manual 821-162-XX
• SMART System Training – Advanced Marketing Workstation Manual 821-167-XX
• SMART System Training – Casino Floor Manager 821-174-XX
• SMART System Training – Club Functions Manual 821-163-XX
• SMART System Training – Club Management Manual 821-164-XX

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• SMART System Training – End of Period Manual 821-166-XX

• SMART System Training – Floor Management Manual 821-169-XX
• SMART System Training – Jackpot/Fill Functions Manual 821-168-XX
• SMART System Training – Marketing Manual 821-173-XX
• SMART System Training – MIS Manual 821-172-XX
• SMART System Training – Security Manual 821-165-XX
• SMART System Training – System Configuration Manual 821-159-XX

SMART 2 System Products

Title Part Number
• SMART 2 Quick Reference Card – Jackpot/Fills 821-575-XX
• SMART 2 Quick Reference Card – Maintenance 821-576-XX
• SMART 2.0.5 Club Manager Flow Guide 821-515-XX
• SMART 2.0.5 Club Operator Flow Guide 821-516-XX
• SMART 2.0.5 End of Period Flow Guide 821-517-XX
• SMART 2.0.5 Gateway Manual 821-520-XX
• SMART 2.0.5 Jackpot/Fill Flow Guide 821-518-XX
• SMART 2.0.5 SE Guide 821-519-XX
• SMART 2.0.5 System Configuration Flow Guide 821-514-XX
• SMART 2.0.5 User's Guide 821-512-XX
• SMART 2.1.1 Casino Floor Manager User's Guide 821-532-XX
• SMART 2.1.1 Club Manager Flow Guide 821-526-XX
• SMART 2.1.1 Club Operator Flow Guide 821-527-XX
• SMART 2.1.1 End of Period Flow Guide 821-528-XX
• SMART 2.1.1 Gateway Manual 821-531-XX
• SMART 2.1.1 Jackpot/Fill Flow Guide 821-529-XX
• SMART 2.1.1 SE Guide 821-530-XX
• SMART 2.1.1 System Configuration Flow Guide 821-525-XX
• SMART 2.1.1 User's Guide 821-523-XX
• SMART 2.1.3 Update Package, SE Guide 821-533-XX
• SMART 2.1.3 Update Package, User/Flow Guide 821-534-XX
• SMART 2.5.2 Update Package on CD-ROM 821-578-XX
• SMART 2X Club Manager Flow Guide 821-503-XX
• SMART 2X Club Operator Flow Guide 821-504-XX
• SMART 2X End of Period Flow Guide 821-505-XX
• SMART 2X Floor Guide 821-501-XX
• SMART 2X Jackpot/Fill Flow Guide 821-506-XX
• SMART 2X System Configuration Flow Guide 821-502-XX
• SMART 2X System Hardware (replaces 821-513-XX, 821-160-XX, 821-161-XX,
821-170-XX) 821-278-XX
• SMART 2X User's Guide 821-500-XX

SMART 3 System Products

Title Part Number
• SMART 3 Quick Reference Cards – Jackpot and Fill 821-542-XX
• SMART 3 Quick Reference Cards – System Maintenance 821-543-XX
• SMART 3 Stored Value Card (SVC) Reader 821-248-XX
• SMART 3 System Hardware Guide (replaces 821-553-XX) 821-574-XX
• SMART 3.3 Cashless Supplement to SMART 3 Documentation 821-571-XX

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IGS Manuals and Products

Title Part Number
• IGS V3.4.X CD-ROM (documentation) 821-661-XX
• IGS V3.5.X CD-ROM (documentation) 821-663-XX
• IGS 3S Gateway User Guide 821-662-XX
• IGS Collection on CD-ROM (documentation) 821-660-XX
• IGS Demo CD-ROM (system demonstration) 821-675-XX
• IGS Keyboard Template 821-650-XX
• IGS LED Sticker – Bank Controller 821-314-XX
• IGS Quick Reference Card – ABS/IGS Bonusing Overview 821-317-XX
• IGS Quick Reference Card – GUI Jackpot/Fill by Attendant 821-656-XX
• IGS Quick Reference Card – Jackpot/Fill by Attendant 821-655-XX
• IGS Quick Reference Card – Jackpot/Fill by Coin Bank 821-316-XX
• IGS Quick Reference Card – System Reference Guide 821-313-XX
• IGS Quick Reference Card – Wireless Handheld Device 821-665-XX
• IGS/Acres System Hardware Manual 821-279-XX
• IGS Slot Information Gateway (SIG) User's Guide 821-670-XX
• IGS Real-Time Data Interface (RDI) User’s Guide (Preliminary) 821-671-XX
• IGS Table Touch User’s Guide Version 1.1 821-676-00
• IGS Table Touch User’s Guide Version 1.2 821-676-01
• IGS Data Management Module (DMM) User’s Guide Version 1.0 821-669-01
• IGS Data Management Module (DMM) User’s Guide Version 2.0 821-669-02

Additional Systems Products

Title Part Number
• CMS Collection on CD-ROM (Version 3.1-5 documentation) 821-690-XX
• System Maintenance 8s Card 821-657-XX
• System Maintenance 9s Card 821-658-XX

EZ Pay Ticket System Products

Title Part Number
• EZ Pay Software Cashier Operations Quick Reference Cards 821-691-XX
• EZ Pay Hardware Quick Reference Cards) 821-745-XX
• EZ Pay Hardware Quick Reference Cards – Spanish 821-820-XX
• EZ Pay Overview CD (system demonstration) 821-680-XX
• EZ Pay Floor Operations Quick Reference Cards 821-692-XX
• EZ Pay Software Soft Count Quick Reference Cards 821-693-XX
• EZ Pay Software Quick Reference Cards – Spanish 821-821-XX
• EZ Route CVT Plus Guide 821-348-XX
• EZ Route Quick Reference Cards 821-347-XX
• EZ Pay Ticket System: User’s Guide Version 1.3 821-681-XX
• EZ Pay Ticket System: User’s Guide Version 1.4.2 821-683-XX
• EZ Pay Ticket System: User’s Guide Version 1.5 821-684-XX

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Glossary

ABS Acres Bonusing System This is a complete data an arrow, or other indicator, flashes back and forth
collection and bonusing system using Acres Gaming, Inc. between the two meters. When the jackpot is ultimately
proprietary technology. It gathers information from a hit, the player wins whichever amount the arrow is
casino's gaming machines and distributes it to third- indicating.
party slot accounting systems, such as IGS.
analog Varying smoothly and continuously over a range,
AC Alternating Current An electric current that reverses its rather than changing in discreet jumps. For example, a
direction at regularly recurring intervals. 12-hour clock face is an analog device that shows the
time of day by continuously changing the position of the
access path The procedure used by a database
clock’s hands.
management system to access data stored in a database.
archive 1) To copy programs and data onto an auxiliary
access time The time a computer takes to locate and
storage medium, such as a disk or a tape, for long-term
transfer data to or from storage. Composed of seek time
retention. 2) To store data for anticipated normal long-
and transfer rate.
term use. 3) A procedure for transferring image
Account Control Executive (ACE) This software consists information from an online optical storage medium to an
of the processes and databases used to define and offline medium.
maintain configuration details, accounting information
asynchronous Not synchronized by a mutual timing
and reporting.
signal or clock.
Accounting Analysis System (AAS) The computer
asynchronous transmission A method of data
software system used to provide a database of
transmission in which the receiving and sending devices
information. The AAS uses various menu options to
don’t share a common timer, and no timing data is
create and print reports.
transmitted. Each information character is individually
accounting option The software option that displays synchronized, usually by the start and stop of bits. The
statistics accumulated in game play, such as the number time interval between characters isn’t necessarily fixed.
of coins-in or the number of credits won.
ATA Advance Technology Attachment ATA cards are used
address 1) The unique number assigned to each in Vision machines to program the LCD. These programs
component of a larger system. 2) In data transmission, a are responsible for playing sounds and displaying
code for a specific terminal. information such as tilt messages and Operator and
Attendant Menu options. The Bonus Game Module
ADSC Accounting Data System Communicator Used with (BGM) is an ATA card that programs the LCD to perform
the IGT Wide Area Progressive Security And Accounting bonus game functions.
System to receive and transmit data between the ADS
and CCOM. attendant The person who has access to accounting,
diagnostics and other attendant functions by turning the
agent file A program that performs an information attendant key switch on the machine.
gathering or processing task in the background. This
type of program is typically given a very small and well- attendant menu The menu entered by turning the
defined task. attendant key switch on a machine which allows access
to accounting, diagnostics and other attendant functions.
aging period A time period during which information This menu appears on the screen and shows what
(usually video lottery ticket information) is held in a options are available.
readily accessible database for verification purposes.
attract mode Visual and/or music options intended to
algorithm A procedure for solving a particular attract players when the machine is in the idle mode.
mathematical problem in a finite number of steps.
autobet An option that enables a player to wager the
alternating progressive A progressive system in which same number of credits as the previous game simply by
there are two meters each associated with the top award pressing the Deal-Spin-Start switch.
on the gaming machine(s). One meter is set to a higher
base amount than the other. During play on the autocycle The machine automatically cycles through each
machine(s), the meters both progress at the same rate and test without operator or attendant intervention.

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autohold An option that, when selected in the self test Bet Max (Bet Five, etc.) A player panel switch or screen
mode, automatically holds suggested winning button that wagers either the maximum number of
combinations of cards and displays a HELD message credits the machine will accept or, if insufficient credits
above the cards in a game. exist, all remaining credits.
award insert A separate piece of glass or film used when Bet One A player panel switch or screen button that
the exterior glass panel has an opening for an award wagers one credit each time it is pressed.
insert, such as “4000 coins.”
Bet Up A screen button that, when touched, increments
axiohm printer A small, thermal printer utilizing 62 mm the number of credits wagered toward a game and
(2.5) paper to print both receipts and reports off of the decrements them from the credit meter. If the button
CVT, the cashier, and the audit station. It prints at a rate remains touched, the bet will continue to increment at a
of 50 mm (2) per second. determined rate until the bet reaches maximum coins-in
or the credit meter reaches zero.
background color The screen color surrounding the game
elements and the game-related information. bill acceptor (same as bill validator) Optional assembly that
accepts valid paper bills and causes the host machine to
backup 1) A term pertaining to procedures or standby
either dispense change or issue credits.
equipment available for use in the event of failure or
overloading of the normally used procedures or bill acceptor pay mode The available options are credit
equipment. 2) To make a copy of a program or data in only (pays only in the form of credits), player initiated
case the original is lost, damaged or otherwise (pays either credits or cash depending on the player
inaccessible. initiated selection) and noncredit.
bank controller Data condenser; responsible for bill validator (same as bill acceptor) Optional assembly that
communication between DCNs and other system accepts valid paper bills and causes the host machine to
components. either dispense change or issue credits.
banner A setup or downloadable message which is bill validator door The door which prevents access to the
scrolled across the main menu screen to attract or inform bills accumulated by the bill validator.
a player.
binary Characterized by having two different
bar machines A collective term referring to slant-top and components or by having only two alternatives or values
bar top machines, as opposed to upright machines. available.
bar top A type of machine designed for installation in a binary system 1) A number system that uses only 0 and 1
horizontal bar counter-top or contained in a bar cabinet. as digits. 2) The representation of numbers in the base-2
The game is viewed from above the machine while the system, using only the two digits 0 and 1. A single binary
player is typically seated. digit – a 0 or a 1 – is called a bit.
barcode scanner See handheld terminal. bit A contraction of binary digit. The smallest unit of
information that a computer can hold. The value of a bit
base amount The starting amount for a progressive
is either 1 or 0.
jackpot which is also the amount that is displayed after
the progressive is hit. bit rate The speed at which bits are transmitted, usually
expressed as bits per second or bps.
battery backup Auxiliary power provided to a computer
so that volatile information is not lost during a power BITBLITZ IGT proprietary designed video controller on
failure. the processor board which provides unmatched speed,
resolution and animation capabilities.
battery-backed RAM A RAM chip with a built-in battery
for preserving the contents if machine power is turned bonus An adjustment built into the paytable of a gaming
off. machine to pay the player additional coins for a given
win as a reward for playing the maximum coins. For
baud A unit of data transmission speed.
example, on a three coin multiplier game, a particular
belly glass The lower glass on the door of some machines combination might pay 100 coins with one coin played,
that shows the denomination, paytable or game theme. 200 coins with two coins played, and 500 coins with the
maximum of three coins played. The 500 coin pay in this
Bet Down A screen button that, when touched, case contains a 200 coin bonus for playing with the
decrements the number of credits wagered toward a maximum coins.
game and returns them to the credit meter. If the button
remains touched, the bet will continue to decrement at a Bonus button Used for interaction with ABS. Allows the
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bonus pay Expanded pay for top awards won with card box (Player Tracking or PT unit) The card box
maximum coins bet, greater than a linear multiple of the (PT unit) has a card reader that scans a member’s card
wager. If the top award multiplier (number of coins paid and sends the card ID number to the system so the
per coin bet) is 300 for one to four coins bet, it might be records can be accessed. It also has a display unit to greet
900 for five (max) coin bet. See multiplier pay. the member, show points, etc.
bonus server Microcomputer used for bonusing card cage A sealed box in the machine that houses the
applications. programmed information for the game type being
played. It requires a key to access it. This is also called the
boot (same as power up) To start up a computer.
lower module.
bps (bits per second) (same as bit rate) The speed at which
card reader This is basically a player tracking input
bits are transmitted, usually expressed as bits per second
function although LEDs (ERR and OK) are available as
or bps.
outputs for a reader without a display. There are
browse An option in various menus that allows the user currently two different types of cards and card readers:
to view data in a file without changing the information. 1) The Hollerith type that uses a card with punched holes
for encoding and a reader utilizing LEDs and
buffer 1) An area of memory set aside for the specific phototransistors to read it. 2) The mag stripe that uses a
purpose of holding data until it is needed. 2) A holding card with up to three magnetically encoded tracks and a
area of the computer’s memory where information can reader equipped with a magnetic head to read card data.
be stored by one program or device and then read at a
different rate by another. carousel A collection of machines with a common jackpot
linked together via fiber-optic cables in one specific area
bus 1) A path along which information is transmitted or location.
electronically within a computer. 2) An electrical or
electronic connection between devices. cash out A switch that converts machine credits to cash or
payable vouchers. The Cash Out switch on the player
bus specification The specification describing the panel activates this machine function.
physical characteristics of the bus and the protocol that
governs the use of the bus. cash slip A printed ticket from a video lottery terminal
(VLT) that is redeemed for cash in lieu of direct payment
buy-a-pay A type of game in which the player buys as with a gaming machine.
various paying combinations by playing more coins.
Usually, buy-a-pay games will pay their top award only Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) An electronic tube with a
if the maximum coins have been played. screen, such as a television picture tube, upon which
information can be displayed.
byte A unit of information consisting of eight bits.
CC Cluster Controller 1) A down-line processor that
cabinet The exterior, laminated wood shell that collects data from a number of machines, then transmits
surrounds the metal enclosure on some machines. concentrated data over a single communications channel.
cage A secure area in a casino used to handle and store 2) A communication device that stores, validates and
large amounts of money. forwards accounting and security data to the central
system. The most common cluster controllers are CVTs,
cancel 1) A keyboard operation that deletes the line LCTs, and LCOMs. 3) An intelligent communications
currently being typed. 2) To end a task before it is device at a remote site that is responsible for polling the
completed. machines.
candle See Service Light. CCITT Consultative Committee on International Telegraphy
CAP Color Attribute PROM Contains color definitions and Telephony An international committee that sets
used to build images on the screen during each phase of standards and makes recommendations for international
a video game. communication.

card 1) A printed-circuit board that plugs into one of the CCOM Casino Communicator Used with all wide area
computer’s expansion slots, allowing the computer to progressive systems, such as Megabucks® or
use one or more peripheral devices such as disk drives. 2) Quartermania® systems.
A printed-circuit board or card connected to the bus in central computer The central processor located at a
parallel with other cards. central site.
Central Computer System (CCS) In linked games,
monitors game machine operation and collects
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Central Processing Unit (CPU) The brain of the clock chip A special chip in which parameter RAM and
computer; the microprocessor that performs the actual the current setting for the date and time are stored. This
computations in machine language. chip is powered by a battery when the system is off, thus
preserving the information.
central site The physical place where the central system is
located. clock speed The rate at which a microprocessor executes
instructions.
central system The hardware at the central site, along
with the software used to operate and control the retail Cluster Controller (CC) 1) A down-line processor that
sites. collects data from a number of machines, then transmits
concentrated data over a single communications channel.
CFE Communications Front-End 1) A processor on the
2) A communication device that stores, validates and
network that is between the Real Time System’s
forwards accounting and security data to the central
processor and the cluster controllers at the remote site.
system. The most common cluster controllers are CVTs,
The CFE is responsible for communicating with and
LCTs, and LCOMs. 3) An intelligent communications
polling the cluster controllers. When it is polled by the
device at the remote site that is responsible for polling
real time system it responds with the data gathered from
the machines.
the CCs. 2) A computer system that controls the transfer
of data from the cluster controller to the central system. CMOS memory Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor
memory RAM chips used to store data for most IGT
CG Character Generator chip. A character generator chip
games. These can also come in a package with a built-in
located on a processor board that generates images on
battery to preserve the contents if machine power is lost.
video monitors.
See Battery-Backed RAM.
character Any symbol that has a widely understood
coaxial cable A special type of communications cable that
meaning and thus can convey information. Some
permits transmission of data at high speed. Usually
characters include letters, numbers and punctuation.
employed by local networks.
checksum The result of an arithmetic operation on the
coin comparitor An electronic coin acceptor mechanism
number of bits in a sequence, used to verify the integrity
that receives and validates coins deposited in the
of game data in the EPROM.
machine. A coin comparitor uses a sample coin against
circuit board A board containing embedded circuits and which incoming coins are compared for validity.
an attached collection of integrated circuits (chips).
coin drop box The container in the bottom of the cabinet
circuitry A network of wires, chips, resistors and other that catches and holds coins from the coin-in assembly.
electronic devices and connections.
coin drop-box sensor switch This switch monitors the
CISC Complex Instruction Set Computer A type of central number of times the drop (cash) door is opened.
processing unit found in the majority of personal
coin tray Metal tray on a machine where coins are paid
computers. It requires several clock pulses to complete
out or returned.
one instruction.
coin-in Coins wagered. The coin-in assembly receives,
Clerk Validation Terminal (CVT) A cluster controller
verifies, counts and appropriately routes coins deposited
that has a keyboard and the ability to print sales reports.
in the machine. The coin-in meters (mechanical and
The cluster controller stores the data collected from the
software) accumulate total coin-in numbers.
machines located at a particular location. Used by a
cashier to validate printed cash-out tickets (for lottery coin-out Coins or credits won and paid, or credits won
games) prior to cash redemption. and wagered. The coin-out meters (mechanical and
software) accumulate total coin-out numbers.
Clerk Validation Terminal Plus (CVT-Plus) A cluster
controller having an 80960 processor and a keyboard (as collective remote candle Several machines connected to
opposed to the original CVT’s 8032 processor, keyboard, one candle.
and built-in printer). The cluster controller stores the
communication 1) The flow of information from one
data collected from the machines located at a particular
point (the source) to another (the receiver). 2) The act of
location. Used by a cashier to validate printed cash-out
transmitting or making known. 3) The process by which
tickets (for lottery games) prior to cash redemption.
information is exchanged between individuals through
clock 1) A timing device that generates the basic periodic the use of a commonly accepted set of symbols.
signal used to control the timing of all operations in a
communication mode An operating state in which a
computer. 2) A device that records the progress of real
serial card or port is prepared to exchange data and
time, or some approximation of it, and whose contents
signals with a modem or other type of data
are available to a computer program.
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communication system Any one of several system CPU Central Processing Unit The major component of a
configurations linking machines and a control device computer system with the circuitry to control the
(LCOM, CVT or modem) via fiber-optic cables to a interpretation and execution of instructions.
central computer for the purpose of gathering accounting
CRC Cyclic Redundancy Check Signals, sent between
data.
microprocessor devices, to prevent tampering or
communications channel The physical means of incorrect data being sent.
connecting one location or device to another for the
credit One credit is equal to the denomination of the game
purpose of transmitting and receiving data. Coaxial
being played. Games are played using credits for ease of
cables, fiber optics, microwave signals, telephone lines
displaying the amount bet and won.
and satellite communications all serve as communication
channels. credit limit The maximum number of credits the machine
will accumulate before causing either a hopper-pay,
Communications Front-End (CFE) 1) A processor on the
handpay or cashout ticket situation.
network that is between the Real Time System’s
processor and the cluster controllers at the remote site. credit play Allows all awards, except the top award and
The CFE is responsible for communicating with and handpays, to accumulate on the Credits display rather
polling the cluster controllers. When it is polled by the than dispensing from the hopper. Some game versions
real time system it responds with the data gathered from allow player-selected credit or noncredit play.
the CCs. 2) A computer system that controls the transfer
of data from the cluster controller to the central system. credits cancelled Credits handpaid (but not won), that are
cashed out of the credit meter. These credits could come
communications protocol A set of communication rules from either a coin-in or a bill acceptor.
that provides for error checking between devices and
ensures that transmitted data are not lost. credits collected The sum of credits won and credits
cancelled that are paid out during cashout.
concentrator Data control switch to route data flow to/
from the slot bank(s) and bonus server, and to/from the Cross Validation Unit (XVU) A device that allows
slot bank(s) to IGS. several clerk validation terminals (CVTs) to share ticket
data so that patrons can redeem tickets at any other
configuration 1) A general-purpose computer term that system-linked CVT or machine.
can refer to the way a computer is set up. 2) The total
combination of hardware components that make up a CRT Cathode-Ray Tube An electronic tube with a screen,
computer system. 3) The software settings that allow such as a television picture tube, upon which
various hardware components of a computer system to information can be displayed.
communicate with one another. current contribution amount The value of the prize
configuration workstation Console for ABS and the only contribution at the current point of time.
user interface with the system; configures parameters for cursor 1) The moving, sliding, or blinking symbol on a
ABS. CRT screen that indicates where the next character will
configure To change software or hardware actions by appear. 2) A symbol displayed on the video monitor in
changing settings. the self test mode indicating where the user’s next action
will take effect.
contribution The percentage of total play into a machine
that is applied to the progressive jackpots and reserve CVT Clerk Validation Terminal A cluster controller that has
funds. The number is divided by all locations on line a keyboard and the ability to print sales reports. The
based on the amount of play per each game at that cluster controller stores the data collected from the
location. machines located at a particular location. Used by a
cashier to validate printed cash-out tickets (for lottery
control character A non printing character that controls or games) prior to cash redemption.
modifies the way information is printed or displayed.
CVT-Plus Clerk Validation Terminal Plus A cluster
controlling central agency The entity that has full controller having an 80960 processor and a keyboard (as
responsibility for the operation and maintenance of the opposed to the original CVT’s 8032 processor, keyboard,
gaming system. and built-in printer). The cluster controller stores the
data collected from the machines located at a particular
coprocessor An auxiliary processor that is designed to
location. Used by a cashier to validate printed cash-out
relieve the demand on the main processor by performing
tickets (for lottery games) prior to cash redemption.
a few specific tasks.
DACOM Dutch Asynchronous Communication System A
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daisy chain A colloquial term for a group of devices decimal number A numeral, usually of more than one
connected to a host device, where the first device in the digit, representing a sum in which the quantity
chain is connected to the host, the second device is represented by each digit is based on a radix of 10. The
connected to the first and the third device is connected to digits used are 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9.
the second, and so on. To link together sequentially.
decimal system The commonly used form of number
data Information. representation, in which numbers are expressed in the
base-10 system, using the ten digits 0 through 9.
data bits In the stream of bits being sent from a computer
to a peripheral device or another computer, the bits that default A value, action, or setting that a computer system
contain meaningful information. assumes, unless the user gives an explicit instruction to
the contrary.
data bus The path along which general information is
transmitted within the computer. degauss To correct video display discoloration by
neutralizing the magnetic field of a video monitor using
data byte The bytes that contain meaningful information
a special degaussing tool.
in the stream of bytes sent from the computer to a
peripheral device or another computer. delete 1) To remove or eliminate, as to erase data from a
field or to eliminate a record from a file. 2) A method of
data communications 1) The movement of encoded
erasing data.
information by means of electrical transmission systems.
2) The entire process and science of enabling digital denomination A factor that determines the monetary
devices, such as computers, to communicate with each value of one unit of credit.
other.
diagnostics The mode in which the machine can be tested
data encryption A coding technique used to secure for module replacement. Tests for I/O (input/output),
sensitive data by mixing or jumbling the data according peripherals, display devices, and other hardware may be
to a predetermined format. included.
database A collection of information organized in a form dialog box A window that appears over the main screen
that can be readily manipulated and sorted by a to provide information to the user or to request
computer user. information from the user. The dialog box normally
requires a response or acknowledgment from the user.
database management system A software system for
organizing, storing, retrieving, analyzing and modifying digital Represented in a discrete (noncontinuous) form,
information in a database. such as numerical digits or integers.
day meters The data resulting from the last daily poll of Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) A device that
the machines. They provide the data on the number of converts quantities from digital to analog form.
games played and won, dollars played and won, and
DIP switch Dual In-line Package switch A small switch that
other critical information.
can be manually set for one of two different values
DC Direct Current An electric current flowing in one (usually on or off). DIP switches are used on PC boards
direction. for setting up various machine configurations.
DCN Data Collection Node An electronic circuit board disable When machines are disabled, games cannot be
connected to each game in the Acres Bonusing System. played, but security event information is still
It handles communication between the host and communicated to the central computer.
machine, receives bonus promotions from bonus servers,
disk A flat, circular, magnetic surface, serving as a
and sends bonus-related information to bonus servers,
medium for storing information.
concentrator and host.
Disk Operating System (DOS) An operating system
DCS Data Communication System One of several optional
whose principal function is to manage files and
communication systems whereby the machine sends
communicate with one or more drives.
selected data to an external accounting device.
display A general term to describe what is seen on the
DCU Data Collection Unit A device capable of collecting
screen of the display device of a computer.
and storing information (real-time data) from up to 32
card boxes. It also receives data and messages from the display board This is the player tracking output accessory
FEC for transfer to the card boxes. to the SMIB logic board. It contains an encased vacuum
fluorescent display, the driver and negative power
supply for the display, a VIP light, a display control chip
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diverter The portion of the coin-in assembly that channels enclosure The metal body that houses internal machine
coins to either the hopper or the drop box. components. The enclosure is often installed in a cabinet.
double up An extended game play available to the player encryption The password used to encrypt a message in
to double his current winnings. communications.
download To transfer files or information from one End of Day (EOD) See End of Period.
computer to another, or from a computer to a peripheral
End of Period (EOP) A period of time after which game
device such as a printer.
play, coin-in, coin-out and other gaming performance
drop Coins or bills in the drop box. parameters are verified to provide operational control
and management information.
drop box The container in the bottom of the cabinet that
catches and holds coins when the hopper is full. In bill enrollment The process of qualifying a component for
acceptors, the lower compartment where bills are participation in a network.
deposited.
Enter key A key that confirms an entry or sometimes a
drop door The door normally on the bottom of the command.
machine or in the stand which prevents access to the coin
EPROM Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory A non-
drop.
volatile medium for program instructions. Game
drop-door sensor switch Monitors the number of times programs and video graphics are stored on EPROMs.
the drop (cash) door is opened.
error A data processing problem. The machine enters the
drop hold percentage Also referred to as coin room tilt mode, an error message displays and game play is
percentage. Expression used in some casinos to denote suspended until the problem is corrected.
what percentage of the total drop of a gaming machine is
escalator In slant-top and bar top machines, the part of
money actually won. Calculated as follows:
the hopper that carries coins up to the coin tray.
Total Drop - (Fills + Jackpots)
ESD Electrostatic Discharge The discharge of electrical
Total Drop energy that occurs when a charged body comes into close
proximity to an object of lesser or opposite charge.
dual-monitor module Optional video monitor assembly
made to attach to and work with a video machine. Ethernet A high-speed local area network that consists of
a cable technology and a series of communication
DUART/UART Dual Universal Asynchronous Receiver/
protocols.
Transmitter and Universal Asynchronous Receiver/
Transmitter A communication IC that can interface Ethernet cable systems A system of high-performance
between a microprocessor and a serial channel. coaxial cables widely used in the communications
industry.
E-Squared See EEPROM.
Eurocredit A coin-in/credit system used in some gaming
EEPROM Electrical Erasable Programmable Read-Only
machines that allows the player to insert coins over and
Memory Many IGT machines utilize an EEPROM chip
above the maximum number that is playable on a per-
on the motherboard to store backup game data.
game basis. There is an operator-selectable maximum
EGM Electronic Gaming Machine A gaming machine that credit limit on the Eurocredit machines and players can
collects and dispenses credits, and houses the games. insert coins at their discretion until this limit is reached.
This term is also synonymous with VGM, VGD, VLT, Eurocredit machines are most popular in casinos outside
machine and gaming machine. the U.S.
EISA Extended Industry Standard Architecture A 32-bit Euro noncredit A credit mode where once the maximum
wide bus architecture designed for PCs that supports bet is reached, all inserted coins are accumulated as
multiprocessing and uses either an Intel 80386, 80486, or credits in the credits meter up to the credit limit. Any
Pentium microprocessor. single win greater than the hopper limit is hand paid. All
other wins are paid from the hopper to the coin tray. The
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) A cashless method of credit limit is set in self test.
paying for goods or services. Electronic signals between
computers are used to adjust the accounts of the parties event log Allows an operator or attendant to view
involved in a transaction. Commonly used to make metered events recorded by the machine.
periodic payments, such as insurance premiums.
exception log A paper record of all reported abnormal
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exception message A message that is printed on the field service supplement An IGT service publication that
exception printer for any abnormal conditions that cause describes hardware and software specific to a certain
status to alter from normal. machine or jurisdiction.
expanded paytable glass The lower glass on a machine file Any named ordered collection of information stored
that shows an extension of the upper glass paytable. on a disk.
expanded reel The term used to describe an electronic slot File Allocation Table (FAT) The table that the operating
machine in which the number of reel stops in the system (OS) uses to locate files on a disk.
computer program is greater than the number of stops on
filename The name that identifies a file.
the actual reels of the slot machine.
fill Coins that are added to the hopper of a gaming
extended industry standard architecture (EISA) A 32-bit
machine that has become empty as a result of player
wide bus architecture designed for PCs that supports
wins.
multiprocessing and uses either an Intel 80386, 80486, or
Pentium microprocessor. firmware Programs stored permanently in read-only
memory (ROM).
EZ Pay System which allows ticket validation at the
electronic gaming machine (EGM), clerk validation FLASH Also referred to as programmable and erasable
terminal (CVT), and cashier’s window. read-only memory which is a device that allows data to
be rewritten.
FAT File Allocation Table The table that the operating
system (OS) uses to locate files on a disk. flash card A credit card-sized memory device used in the
LCD unit for bonus game and attract message storage.
FCON Fiber Converter An electronic device that converts
fiber-optic light signals to electrical signals for 4-wire floppy disk A disk made of flexible plastic, as opposed to
transmission. a hard disk made of metal.
FEC Front-End Controller A dedicated computer that polls fluorescent flasher Controls the fluorescent lights on the
machine data from the DCUs for transfer to the machine that indicate the player is in bonus mode.
Transaction Processor (TP). It also sends information
from the TP back through the DCUs to the card boxes. format 1) The form in which information is organized or
All messages and data, whether received or sent by the presented. 2) The general shape and appearance of a
FEC, must be in RS-232 computer readable code. printer’s output. 3) To divide a disk into tracks and
sectors where information can be stored.
fiber optics The transmission of information with light
energy as the transmission carrier and plastic or glass as frequency The number of complete cycles transmitted per
the medium. second, usually expressed in hertz.

fiber-optic cable A transmission medium that carries full-duplex communication A method of data
pulses of light over strands of glass. Fiber optics can transmission where two devices transmit data
carry hundreds of millions of bits per second over simultaneously. This method allows the receiving device
thousands of miles. Since the glass fibers are carrying to echo back each character of the message as it is
light, they do not receive outside interference and do not received.
lose appreciable strength. Fiber-optic transmission function keys Specially designed keys that, when
reduces errors in transmission. A fiber-optic cable pressed, initiate a function on a computer keyboard,
contains two glass strands. Each strand or fiber is word processor or graphics terminal.
covered in a sheath made of plastic.
funding entity The entity that accounts for and finances a
fiber-optic interface board Any one of several optional prize amount.
PC boards that convert electronic digital data to light for
fiber-optic transmission. game A program designed to offer a player chances to
win prizes by betting some unit of credit of the correct
Fiber T A device for branching fiber-optic communication denomination. There can be several games in one
runs or amplifying a fiber run that exceeds 80 feet. machine.
field A single piece of information, the smallest unit game closed mode In linked games, describes suspension
normally manipulated by a database management of normal game play by the central computer system.
system. A record is made up of one or more fields.
game code The second half of the model code; it refers to
Field Service Manual (FSM) An IGT service publication which game type is represented by glass or software (i.e.,
covering machine hardware, including: installation, Joker Poker = XX65.)
maintenance, troubleshooting, disassembly and
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Game King® machine IGT Class III video gaming device hit frequency A term used to describe the average
powered by the Intel® 80960 processor. Firmware frequency at which winning game outcomes will occur
options include multi-game or single game themes. on a gaming machine. It is calculated by dividing the
Available in bar top, slant top, and upright models. number of individual hits, or winning games, by the
number of possible game outcome combinations.
game play mode The operational mode that exists when
the machine is functioning properly and a customer is Hold The physical button on video poker machines that,
playing a game. when pressed, allows the player to keep cards in a poker
game.
game speed The pace at which a game is played. This
may be set by a player or an operator in the setup mode. hold percentage The percent of coins played that are
retained or won by the gaming machine. It is calculated
ghost A stop on a slot reel which does not contain a slot
by subtracting the payback percentage from 100 percent.
symbol.
holeywheel hopper A type of hopper mechanism,
gigabyte (GB) A unit of measurement equal to 1024
initially developed for large, heavy coins, that uses a
megabytes.
punched rotating wheel to collect coins from the hopper
group A set of progressive prizes with a reserve fund. The bowl, and separate them from the other coins for
prizes all have the same base denomination and funding transport to the eject area.
entity.
hopper An assembly inside the machine that receives,
half-duplex communication A way of communicating holds and dispenses coins. When the hopper is full, coins
between one computer and another computer, or a are diverted to the drop box.
peripheral device in which data can only be sent or
hopper probe A simple electromechanical sensing
received, not both at one time.
element located in the coin hopper. When the coin mass
hand In video poker games, one set of five cards. A in the hopper bowl reaches and touches the hopper
standard poker game consists of an original hand, and probe, a signal is sent to the microcomputer indicating
after the player keeps or rejects cards, a final hand. Wins that the hopper is full. See diverter.
or losses are based on the final hand.
host computer 1) A central processing unit that provides
handpay Money award paid by an attendant rather than the computing power for the remote terminals and
being dispensed by the machine. peripheral devices connected to it. 2) The computer that
is in charge during a telecommunications or local area
handheld terminal (same as wand or scanner) A portable network session. 3) The central controlling computer in a
device used to read machine data and then download the network of computers.
information to a computer.
host machine A machine used in conjunction with
handle pulls The total number of pulls of the machine another assembly that cannot stand alone, such as a dual-
handle. Also known as games played. monitor module or a bill acceptor.
hard count The counting of money generated by gaming hybrid A term utilized by phone companies to define the
operations in the form of coins. unit in telephone rooms where a phone company circuit
hard drop The controlled process of removing coins from ends and the in-house wiring begins.
gaming machines. IBA Imbedded Bill Acceptor The bill acceptor is considered
hard meters An internal accounting system that is imbedded whether it is in a cabinet or top box format. See
displayed on mechanical meters on all video and reel bill acceptor.
gaming machines. These meters are not resettable, i.e. icon 1) A symbol that graphically represents an object, a
they are at zero when the machine is built and they concept, or a message. 2) A pictorial representation of a
continue to count the cumulative number of coins in, out, software function.
etc. throughout the life of the machine.
idle mode The condition that exists when a game is not
hertz (Hz) An expression used to describe the frequency being played and no credits exist on the credit meter.
of the power line voltage supplied to the gaming
machine, e.g., 50 hertz, 60 hertz. IGS IGT Gaming Systems A comprehensive group of
casino management products used by gaming sites for
hexadecimal system The representation of numbers in accounting and player tracking purposes.
the base-16 system using the ten digits, 0 through 9, and
the six letters, A through F. IGT Progressive Controller IPC A progressive controller
that has the ability to control up to 32 progressives on a
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initialize 1) To set to an initial state or value in kilobyte (K) A unit of measurement consisting of 1024
preparation for some computation. 2) To prepare a blank bytes. K can also stand for the number 1024 in which case
disk to receive information by organizing its surface into Kbyte is used for kilobyte.
tracks and sectors (format).
kilohertz (kHz) A unit of measurement of frequency,
input The introduction of data from an external storage equal to 1,000 hertz.
medium into a computer’s internal storage unit.
LAN Local Area Network A group of computers connected
input/output (I/O) The inputs and outputs of a machine. for the purpose of sharing resources.
Typically, inputs are from switches, etc., and outputs are
LCD Liquid Crystal Display A color active-matrix display
to lamps, etc.
similar to a laptop personal computer. This display is
insert A separate piece of glass or film that contains located in the top box and is used for bonus games,
information not printed on the exterior glass panel. This custom attract messages and a variety of diagnostic and
can be award amounts, a paytable, or other important setup displays.
information.
LCT Local Communication Terminal A cluster controller
Intel 8032 Microprocessor The microprocessor used in that collects data from machines and transmits it to a
certain SMART System floor devices, SMIB, DCU, and central computer.
SMART card reader, as well as the CVT, S-Plus and PE-
LED Light Emitting Diode An electronic component that
Plus machines.
glows when supplied with a specified voltage,
interface 1) The point at which independent systems or commonly used in digital displays and as status
device groups interact. The devices, rules or conventions indicators.
by which one component of a system communicates with
light box A plastic bracket containing fluorescent lights to
another. 2) The part of a program that defines constants,
illuminate the display glass.
variables, and data structures, rather than procedures.
3) The equipment that accepts electrical signals from one light pen A device used to make game selections directly
part of a computer system and renders them into a form on the screen in some video games, such as keno.
that can be used by another part. 4) Hardware or
software that links the computer to a device. 5) To line lights The payline lamps located adjacent to the pay
convert signals from one form to another and pass them lines in the reel glass of a multi-line slot machine. As
between two pieces of equipment. coins are inserted, the lamps light in sequence, indicating
the paylines that are activated.
interface card A card that handles the interface (or
connection) between the computer and a particular line up A type of game that utilizes spinning slot reels or
peripheral device. a video simulation of reels. A win occurs when reel
symbols line up in a specified manner.
IPT Imbedded Player Tracking Enables the owner/operator
to identify and gather information about playing link Two or more machines that are connected to a
patterns on individuals through the use of customer progressive meter.
membership cards. link/standalone progressive Link progressive applies
jackpot reset switch (same as reset switch) A key-activated when the machine is connected in series with a group of
switch that: (a) enables option selections within some self machines and also connected to a progressive controller.
test pages; (b) enters and advances through the statistical When correctly installed and active, the current
data mode; and (c) resets the machine’s internal progressive top awards are the same for all machines in
progressive parameters (as applicable) after a jackpot. that link. Standalone progressive applies when the
machine is not connected in any way to other machines.
Java A cross-platform, object-oriented programming Internal progressive amounts must be set for each
language developed by Sun Microsystems. machine.
jurisdiction An authority within which all gaming live system A computer that runs the wide area
regulations are governed. progressive games and displays the main system
window.
K (same as kilobyte) A unit of measurement consisting of
1024 bytes. K can also stand for the number 1024 in Local Area Network (LAN) A group of computers
which case Kbyte is used for kilobyte. connected for the purpose of sharing resources.
Kbyte (same as kilobyte) A unit of measurement consisting Local Area Progressive (LAP) A group of prizes that is
of 1024 bytes. K can also stand for the number 1024 in paid by a funding entity other than the controlling
which case Kbyte is used for kilobyte. central agency.

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lockout A solenoid device for disallowing coin or token master file Data stored in a computer system concerning
acceptance. relatively stable information such as machine serial
numbers and denominations or personal data on club
lockup This situation occurs during some tilt and error
players for a player tracking system.
conditions. Game play is suspended but self test and
statistical data modes are operational. max bet (same as max coin) The maximum number of coins
or credits the game will accept for a single play.
log in (same as log on) To sign-in on a computer.
max coin (same as max bet) The maximum number of coins
log off (same as log out) 1) To stop using the computer.
or credits the game will accept for a single play.
2) The process of signing off the system.
max hopper pay The determined amount of coins that the
log on (same as log in) To sign-in on a computer.
hopper will pay out before a handpay is needed. Should
log out (same as log off) 1) To stop using the computer. correspond with the amount that appears on the glass
2) The process of signing off the system. insert.
logic door An electronics cage and lock which prevent max pay (same as max win) The highest award on the game
access to the main processor board. See card cage. paytable.
lottery A jurisdiction in which some form of gambling is max win (same as max pay) The highest award on the game
allowed, but typically more restricted than gaming paytable.
jurisdictions. A system usually connected to a central
megabyte (MB) A unit of measurement equal to 1024
computer via a communication system.
kilobytes, or 1,048,576 bytes.
loud bowl A large coin tray designed to resound loudly
megahertz (MHz) A measure of transmission frequency
as coins are paid out.
equal to one million hertz.
lower module A removable assembly within the machine.
memory A hardware component of a computer system
The chassis houses the power supply, motherboard,
that can store information for later retrieval.
processor board, connector panels and various optional
assemblies or PC boards. memory location A unit of main memory that is
identified by an address and can hold a single item of
LSAMS Lottery Security, Accounting, Management System
information of a fixed size.
One of IGT’s lottery systems, including the
communication protocol from the CS (central computer) menu item A choice in a menu, usually a command to the
to the CC (Cluster Controller) and from the CC to the current application.
machine.
meters Counters. IGT machines utilize both mechanical
machine A gaming machine. This term is also and software meters to collect game play data. Hardware
synonymous with EGM, gaming machine, VGD, VGM meters collect lifetime totals and cannot be reset.
and VLT. Sometimes a lottery terminal. Software meters are displayed in the statistical data
mode, and can be reset to zero.
machine address (same as polling address) A unique
hexadecimal number resident on a processor board or microprocessor An integrated circuit on the computer’s
communication board, and used by some accounting and main circuit board. The microprocessor carries out
communication systems for machine identification. software instructions by directing the flow of electrical
impulses through the computer.
machine door On machines, the main access door
typically contains the player switches and/or other input MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface An industry
devices, coin entry, key lock and various other standard for music being produced digitally.
assemblies.
mix The game types (poker, keno, reel slots, etc.),
main door The door on the front of the machine which configurations (upright, slant-top, or bar top machines),
prevents access to the printer, hopper, front panel and denominations on the casino floor. An empirical
switches and other operator accessible items. ratio adjusted continuously by slot management.
main menu In a video game or software program, an mode An operational state of the machine. IGT machines
initial selection screen where the player or operator typically have five modes: game play, idle, statistical
chooses which game to play or portion of the program to data, self test and tilt.
run.
modem (acronym for modulator/demodulator) A device that
provides communication capabilities between pieces of
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monitor A display device similar to a television screen network administration Management of software and
used in video games to receive and display game and hardware that connects computers in a network.
service information.
network administrator The person responsible for setting
monitor mask A molded plastic frame that surrounds the up and maintaining a network.
outside edges of the video monitor (or monitors) and
Nevada-style credit A credit mode where coins may only
enhances the screen display by reducing glare and light
be inserted up to the maximum bet amount. Any single
reflections from inside the machine.
win greater than the hopper limit is hand paid. All other
Montana-style credit A credit mode where all inserted wins are paid to the credits meter up to the maximum
coins are directed to the credits meter up to the credit hopper setting.
limit. In order to place a bet toward the next game, the
Nevada-style noncredit A credit mode in an S-Plus
player must play a credit. A win that would cause the
International game where coins may only be inserted up
credits meter to exceed the credit limit is hopper paid. If
to the maximum bet amount. Any single win greater
this hopper pay amount is greater than the hopper limit,
than the hopper limit is hand paid. All other wins are
the amount is hand paid. All other wins are paid to the
paid from the hopper to the coin tray.
credits meter. The credit limit is set in self test. Anytime
when coins are inserted, the player must play at least one node 1) Any terminal, computer, or peripheral in a
game before they are allowed to cash out the computer network. 2) The connecting point on a
accumulated credits. component, printed circuit board, or logic element where
electrical connections can be made.
motherboard A PC board on the lower module that acts
as an interface between the processor board and the noncredit mode The machine will accept no more than
electrical machine assemblies. the max bet allowed per game, and all wins are paid out
in coins or by an attendant at the time of the win. If a bill
MS-DOS Microsoft Disk Operation System An operating
acceptor is present, it functions as a changer only.
system that governs the IBM PC and compatible
computers. noncredit play The machine will accept no more than the
max bet allowed per game, and all wins are paid out in
multi-coin game Allows the player the opportunity to
coins or by an attendant at the time of the win. If a bill
increase the amount awarded by increasing the amount
acceptor is present, it functions as a changer only.
wagered.
note acceptor (same as note validator) Optional assembly
multi-denomination gaming A type of gaming that
that accepts valid paper notes and causes the host
allows players to choose the value of each credit they
machine to either dispense change or issue credits.
wager from a denomination set configured by the
operator. note acceptor pay mode The available options are credit
only (pays only in the form of credits), player initiated
multi-line game Allows the player the opportunity to
(pays either credits or cash depending on the player
play multiple paylines on reel slots by increasing the
initiated selection), and noncredit.
amount wagered.
note validator (same as note acceptor) Optional assembly
multiple level progressives Progressive amounts added
that accepts valid paper notes and causes the host
to second, third, etc., pay levels and displayed. Limited
machine to either dispense change or issue credits.
only by machine program capability.
note validator door The door which prevents access to the
multiplier pay Each win amount is a linear multiple of
notes accumulated by the note validator.
the number of coins or credits bet. See bonus pay.
NT File System (NTFS) A type of system used by the
multiplexer (MPX or MUX) A device that allows several
Windows NT operating system that organizes and keeps
communications lines to share one computer data
track of files.
channel.
NTFS NT File System A type of system used by the
NETPLEX An IGT proprietary multidrop serial
Windows NT operating system that organizes and keeps
communication link between the processor and all
track of files.
installed peripheral devices used to transfer information
and allow control of peripherals. NTSC decoder board An optional PC board that allows
video machines to display an NTSC (National Television
network 1) The result of two or more computers being
Standards Committee) signal. DIP switches on the board
connected to allow them to share the same software and
allow various configurations.
information. 2) A system of interconnected computers
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nudge The reels in this slot game move up or down one OTP One-Time Programmable A memory device that only
symbol when a nudge symbol hits. Examples of a nudge allows information to be loaded once and must be
game are Slam Dunk, Balloon Bars and Knock Down. replaced if a change is needed. See ROM.
ODBC Open Database Connectivity A standard database out of service mode The machine is rendered inoperable
access method developed by Microsoft that makes it without turning the power off.
possible to access any data from application, regardless
output 1) Data transferred from a computer’s internal
of which database management system (DBMS) is
storage unit to some storage or output device. 2) The
handling the data.
final result of data that have been processed by the
ODBC DSN Open Database Connectivity Data Source Name computer.
See also ODBC or Open Database Connectivity. The
page In video games, one full screen display of
name of the source directory from which data is taken.
information as presented in the self test and statistical
offline Not currently communicating with host system. data modes.
online Communicating with host system. parallel interface A personal computer interface that uses
a multiple-path communication line, often used for
Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) A standard
printer connection.
database access method developed by Microsoft that
makes it possible to access any data from any partial pay A predetermined number of coins that is paid
application, regardless of which database management to the player from the machine coin hopper upon hitting
system (DBMS) is handling the data. a jackpot. The balance of the jackpot is paid by an
attendant. The number of coins paid in the partial pay is
operator A machine operator, owner, service technician
usually operator selectable.
or any other person with access to the interior of the
machine by opening the front door. partitioned software A slot machine architecture in
which the machine’s software program is broken down
operator menu The menu entered by pressing the test
into two separate sections and stored in two separate
switch with the main door open that allows access to
memories. The overall machine operation instructions
accounting, diagnostics, setup and other operator
are stored separately from the reel strip and paytable
functions. This menu has an on screen display that shows
information.
what options are available.
password A special word, code or symbol that must be
operator selectable A value or option that is selectable
presented to the computer system to gain access to its
only by the operator from the operator menu. The default
resources. Used for identification and security purposes.
value is one selected at machine configuration.
paytable A chart of pay amounts as a function of each
optic sensor An electronic device used to sense
winning combination and number of coins or credits bet.
mechanical motion and provide an electrical signal of
this motion to the microcomputer system. In most of the paytable glass The top and/or bottom glass that shows
optic devices used throughout IGT products, there is an the paytable for that machine.
infrared (invisible) light source that emits a beam of light
paytable insert A separate piece of glass or film used
on a phototransistor. The device is strategically placed in
when the exterior glass has a grid printed on it, but needs
the machine so that the mechanical motion which is
an additional paytable insert behind it representing the
being sensed will block the light path, thus causing a
paytable.
signal change in the output of the phototransistor.
payback percentage The amount of money the player is
optical coin detection The technique of validating coins
expected to win divided by the amount of money played
being put in or being paid out of a gaming device using
over a long period of time, expressed as a percentage. On
optical detectors.
games where there is a bonus pay on jackpots won with
optimum A calculated payout percentage range for a maximum coins played, the payback percentage will
poker game assuming an optimum (skilled) play strategy vary slightly, depending on how may coins per game are
for each and every hand. played.
optimum player return The theoretical payback payout An award from a game.
percentage on a poker machine being played according
PCON Plastic Fiber Universal Converter A SMART System
to the best case strategy for each and every hand.
accessory that converts fiber-optic light signals from the
ordered royal flush A poker game hand consisting of a DCUs to RS-232 computer readable code for the FEC. It
royal flush positioned from left to right on the screen. also converts signals the other way (RS-232 to light).

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peripheral An intelligent input/output device connected Player's Edge-Plus® machine IGT Class III video gaming
to the machine such as a touchscreen, a printer, or a bill device powered by the Intel® 8032 processor. This
validator that communicates to the main processor via machine is no longer manufactured by IGT. Parts and
cables and proprietary interface software. service are available on a limited basis.
PEROM Programmable and Erasable Read-Only Memory A poll 1) An electronic request for information, usually
device that allows data to be rewritten (same as FLASH). from a central PC or other computer to various
peripheral devices. 2) The process of gathering the meter
Personal Computer-Slot Accounting System (PC-SAS) A
information from each game and reporting it to the
data collection package that involves machines linked
central computer.
together via fiber optics.
polling address (same as machine address) The address to
physical coins-in The number of actual coins physically
which the machine responds during communication.
deposited into a game (differentiated from coin-in, which
can be either a coin or a credit that is wagered). pop-up menu A menu that appears on the screen
anywhere other than in the standard menu bar location.
physical stop The actual places where the spinning reel
can stop. There is a stop for each symbol shown on the port The connection that allows communication between
reel strip. a digital system on a PC board and an external device.
pinwheel A rotating steel disc used in coin hoppers to power supply A circuit that supplies the DC voltages
dispense coins. Small metal pins or raised points located required for the operation of an electronic system.
along the outer circumference of the pinwheel provide Usually a power supply will convert AC line voltage to
individual pockets where coins can ride along as the the needed DC voltage for a particular system.
pinwheel rotates. As the coins reach the exit point of the
printed-circuit board A hardware component of a
hopper, they are stripped off the pinwheel by the hopper
computer or other electronic device, consisting of a flat,
knife.
rectangular piece of rigid material, commonly fiber glass,
Play Max (same as Play X) A screen button or a physical to which integrated circuits and other electronic
button. The Play Max function bets the maximum components are connected.
number of credits allowed provided there are enough
printed ticket Some machines utilize a ticket printer
credits on the credit meter.
rather than a coin hopper. When a win occurs and the
Play X (same as Play Max) A screen button or a physical player presses the Collect Winnings switch, a printed
button. The Play Max function bets the maximum ticket dispenses from the machine and can then be
number of credits allowed provided there are enough redeemed for cash.
credits on the credit meter.
prize amount An amount of money that can be won by
player digital display In reel slot machines, game playing a game. This could be a fixed amount or in the
information is presented as an LED digital display case of a progressive prizes, an amount that increases
through windows on the slot glass. based on player activity.
player panel switch (same as player switch) An input prize base The initial prize amount for a progressive
switch that communicates player selections to the prize.
processor board. Some player switches also have
prize base reset This value replaces the prize base value
functions in self test and statistical data modes.
when a progressive prize is won.
player selectable credit A gaming machine feature that
prize base revert When a progressive prize is hit this
allows the player to play the machine in either credit or
value is copied to the prize base reset. This allows for a
noncredit mode.
lower prize base reset when prizes are hit close together.
player server Controls displayed messages that go to the
prize cap The absolute maximum dollar amount that a
vacuum fluorescent display.
prize amount can reach.
player switch (same as player panel switch) An input switch
prize contribution Each progressive prize has a
that communicates player selections to the processor
contribution percentage associated with it. This factor is
board. Some player switches also have functions in self
applied to each unit of credit played on the games
test and statistical data modes.
associated with the progressive prize. The resulting
Player Tracking System (PTS) A data collection package contribution amount is used to increment the prize
that enables the owner/operator of IGT machines to amount.
identify and gather information about players via ID
prize maximum The highest amount a prize can reach.
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prize maximum boost The maximum dollar amount a QUART Quad Universal Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter
prize amount can grow during a 24-hour period. A communication device that provides four independent
full-duplex asynchronous receiver/transmitter channels
probability A number expressing the likelihood of an
in one single package.
occurrence of a specific event.
RAID Redundant Array of Independent (or Inexpensive) Disks
processor The hardware component of a computer that
A type of disk drive that uses two or more drives in
performs the actual computation by directly executing
tandem for performance and fault tolerance (the system’s
instructions represented in machine language and stored
ability to respond to an unexpected hardware/software
in main memory.
failure.) The following RAID levels provide: Level 0: data
processor board The printed circuit board assembly in striping (spreading out blocks of each file across multiple
IGT gaming machines that contains all of the disks) but no redundancy. This improves performance
microcomputer system circuitry, and sometimes the but does not deliver fault tolerance. Level 1: disk
interface circuitry associated with the game inputs and mirroring. Level 3: same as Level 0, but reserves one
outputs. dedicated disk to be used for error correction data. This
level provides good performance and some level of fault
Programmable Read-Only Memory (PROM) A type of tolerance. Level 5: data striping (at the byte level) and
ROM device that is programmed after fabrication, unlike also stripe error correction information. This results in
ordinary ROM devices, which are programmed during superior performance and good fault tolerance.
fabrication.
RAM Random Access Memory A memory into which the
progressive A system of pooling a fraction of each wager user can enter information (write) and extract
into a cumulative fund that is available for a top-pay win. information (read). It is the working memory of the
A game that increments the prize amount based on computer as well as the backup memory of game
player participation. The three kinds of progressives are information that is stored in the CMOS RAM chip on the
wide area, local area, and standalone. processor board.
progressive controller Controls all progressive functions random A sample drawn from a population so that each
in a progressive link system (several machines linked member of the population has an equal chance of being
together to increment progressive totals equally). drawn.
progressive meter A display meter, linked to the Random Access Memory (RAM) Volatile, digital, read/
progressive machine(s), that shows the potential prize write memory that can easily have its bit pattern
amounts. changed.
PROM Programmable Read-Only Memory Memory that can RBP Rapid Bonus Progressive A progressive configuration
be programmed by electrical pulses. Once programmed, that can increment and pay on up to six levels of winning
it is read-only. combinations, rather than just the top and second levels.
protocol Generically the communication standard Read-Only Memory (ROM) Memory whose contents can
between two serial devices. Often used to reference the be read but not changed; used for storing firmware.
type of security, accounting and management systems
that the machine is designed to communicate with. real time A term describing online computer processing
systems that receive and process data quickly enough to
PRTS Progressive Real Time System This is the live or active produce output to control, direct, or affect the outcome of
system. It is in constant communication with all the an ongoing activity or process.
devices that make up the online progressive system. The
main communications interface of the PRTS is the system real time clock An optional battery-backed clock on the
window. processor board used by some games.
PSR Program Summary Report A three or four page report Redundant Array of Independent (or Inexpensive) Disks
that describes the features, capabilities, self test pages (RAID) A type of disk drive that uses two or more
and statistical data information for a game’s program drives in tandem for performance and fault tolerance
version. (the system’s ability to respond to an unexpected
hardware/software failure.) The following RAID levels
PTS Player Tracking System A data collection package that provide: Level 0: data striping (spreading out blocks of
enables the owner/operator to identify and gather each file across multiple disks) but no redundancy. This
information about players via ID cards and readers. improves performance but does not deliver fault
pull-down menu A menu, usually used as an extension to tolerance. Level 1: disk mirroring. Level 3: same as Level
the menu bar, that is hidden until you move the pointer 0, but reserves on dedicated disk to be used for error
to its title and press the mouse button. correction data. This level provides good performance
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 (at the byte level) and also stripe error correction RS-232 A common standard for serial data
information. This results in superior performance and communication interfaces.
good fault tolerance.
RS-232 cable Any cable that is wired in accordance with
reel strip A plastic strip with a set of symbols on a slot the RS-232 standard.
reel.
RS-422 A standard for serial data communication
reel strip list Provides exact paytable information and interfaces, different from the RS-232 standard in its
symbol alignment on each reel, and is shipped with the electrical characteristics and in its use of differential pairs
machine or with new reel program orders. for data signals.
Reel Touch Bingo™ Series machine IGT Class II gaming RS-485 The electrical interface for a high-speed serial
device powered by the Intel® 80960 processor. May be port.
configured for either a touchscreen video monitor or
RTS Real Time System The software which controls the
spinning reels. A touchscreen LCD is included in the top
collection of data from the CVT.
box. Available in upright model only.
S2000™ machine IGT Class III spinning reel gaming
Reel Touch™ Series machine IGT Class III spinning reel
device powered by the Intel® 80960 processor. This
gaming device powered by the Intel® 80960 processor.
machine is available in a 3-reel slant top, and 3- or 5-reel
Includes touchscreen LCD located in the top box.
upright models.
Available in upright model only.
S2000™ Barcrest Series machine IGT Class III spinning
replicated install During the server configuration
reel gaming device featuring a Barcrest top box fitted on
process, SmartStart gives the user the option of creating a
an S2000™ base machine. Powered by the Intel® 80960
“Replicated Install” diskette which allows the user to
processor. Available in an upright model only.
save configuration information into “profiles,” which can
then be used over and over to accelerate the installation S2000™ Bonus Reel Series machine IGT Class III
process. spinning reel gaming device powered by the Intel®
80960 processor. Includes three conventional spinning
reserve fund This account is used by the funding entity to
reels and one bonus reel. Available in upright model
accumulate prize contributions to pay for the prize base.
only.
As prize amounts are won, the prize base reset is used to
decrement the amount. S-Plus™ machine IGT Class III spinning reel gaming
device powered by the Intel® 8032 processor. This
reset amount The starting amount for a progressive
machine is no longer manufactured by IGT. Parts and
jackpot which is also the amount that is displayed after
service are available on a limited basis.
the progressive is hit.
S-Plus™ Limited machine IGT Class III spinning reel
reset switch A key-activated switch that: enables option
gaming device featuring a Barcrest top box fitted on an S-
selections within some self test pages; enters and
Plus™ base machine. Powered by the Intel® 8032
advances through the statistical data mode; and resets
processor. No longer manufactured by IGT. Parts and
the machine’s internal progressive parameters (as
service are available on a limited basis.
applicable) after a jackpot.
SAMS Security Accounting Management System A system
retail site An establishment where gaming machines are
that provides a secure environment to operate electronic
played. This term is also synonymous with location,
gaming devices at a remote location using a cluster
venue, and retail location.
controller for communications with the EGMs.
RFA Resident Flash Array This is an onboard flash memory
SAS Slot Accounting System A data collection and
for the Vision LCD operating system that needs periodic
accounting package developed by IGT. Data on machine
updating to function with new releases of the bonusing
activity is transmitted to a controller which, in turn,
game software.
transmits the collected data to a computer.
RISC Reduced Instruction Set Computer A type of central
scanner See handheld terminal.
processing unit that usually has a smaller number of
instructions that can be completed in 1-2 clock pulses. schematic An abstract representation of a complex device
or concept, such as an electrical schematic.
ROM Read-Only Memory Memory whose contents can be
read but not changed; used for storing firmware. screen button The graphical representation of a button
drawn on the video screen simulating the function of a
royal flush A poker game hand consisting of a 10, Jack,
physical button when the screen is touched within the
Queen, King, and Ace of the same suit.
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scrolling The vertical or horizontal movement of side eject hopper The standard type hopper in most
information (text or graphics) on a display screen in upright gaming machines that ejects coins in a sideward
order to display additional information. direction.
SDS Slot Data System An accounting system product of Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) A set of
Bally Gaming Systems. protocols used to manage complex networks by sending
messages, protocol data units (PDUs), to different parts
self test mode The software mode that allows processor
of a network. SNMP-compliant devices, known as
board input and output tests and enables option
agents, store data about themselves in Management
selections.
Information Bases (MIBs). When requested, agents send
self test switch A service control switch that enters and their MIBS, which report whether a device is functioning
advances through the self test mode, and enables data properly, to the SNMP requesters.
transfer between the CMOS RAM and EEPROM chips.
single/double progressive Refers to the progressive
Semi-Euro credit A credit mode where coins may only be operations of one or two top awards. Single progressive
inserted up to the maximum bet amount. Any single win allows only the top award to be progressive. Double
greater than the hopper limit is hand paid. A win that progressive allows the top two awards to be progressive.
would cause the credits meter to exceed the credit limit is
SIS Slot Information System A data collection package that
hopper paid. All other wins are paid to the credit meter.
enables the owner/operator of machines to keep
The credit limit is fixed at 9999.
information on players, as well as accounting
SENET Synchronous Expansion Network An IGT information and statistical information related to
proprietary I/O controller capable of handling 256 machine events.
inputs and 256 outputs (switches, lamps). An auxiliary
site An establishment where gaming machines are
multiplexed channel providing 2,048 additional outputs.
played. This term is also synonymous with location,
serial communication Data communicated over a single- venue, retail site, and retail location.
path communication line, one bit at a time.
site ID A number used by the system to identify a
serial interface An interface driver that controls location data record based on the ADSC, modem and
communication via serial ports, between application and CCOM numbers.
serial peripheral devices.
slant-top A type of machine with a slanted top from
serial number The machine serial number which is which the game is viewed while the player is typically
stamped into the serial number tag on the outside of the seated.
machine.
slave monitor board A processor board that controls the
server A network computer or device that manages the video functions of the upper monitor in a dual-monitor
network’s resources. Servers are often dedicated (they machine or module.
perform only their server tasks.) However, on
slot game A type of machine that utilizes spinning slot
multiprocessing operating systems, a single computer
reels or a video simulation of reels. A win occurs when
can simultaneously execute several programs. In this
reel symbols line up in a specified manner.
case, the server would refer to the program that is
managing the network’s resources rather than the entire slot handle An optional handle located on the right side
computer. of a slot machine. Pulling the handle after a wager causes
the reels to spin.
service light (candle) A light assembly that mounts either
on top of the machine or in a remote location and Slot Information System (SIS) A data collection package
indicates various machine modes and game conditions. that enables the owner/operator of machines to keep
Most service lights have two or more stages, or sections, information on players, as well as accounting
stacked vertically. information and statistical information related to
machine events.
seven-segment display An LED display device that is
composed of seven separate straight bars of light that slot reel The part of a slot machine that holds one reel
displays the digits 0 to 9 when the appropriate bars are strip and spins. Machines generally have three or more
illuminated. independent slot reels.
shelf wheel A round metal disc attached to the hopper SMART card reader A device, connected to a workstation
pinwheel. The shelf wheel works with the pinwheel to computer, that reads player or employee cards and
position coins for ejection. allows access to player or employee records for display
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SMART System Slot Marketing And Revenue Tracking stand The wood or metal base, housing the drop box, to
System Modular system that is capable of providing which a standard upright machine is attached.
player tracking, automating the accounting of a slot
standalone progressive A progressive game played for a
department, strengthening casino slot security and
prize amount that can only be won on one machine.
defining marketing targets.
Standard Euro credit A credit mode where once the
SmartStart The XVU server configuration process is
maximum bet is reached, all inserted coins are
guided by Compaq’s SmartStart, a graphical interface
accumulated as credits in the credits meter up to the
program. This program prepares the system for the
credit limit. A win that would cause the credits meter to
loading of Microsoft’s Windows NT Server and its
exceed the credit limit is hopper paid. If this hopper pay
service pack. Next, SmartStart prompts for the loading of
amount is greater than the hopper limit, the amount is
Microsoft’s SQL Server 7 and its service pack, and finally
hand paid. All other wins are paid to the credits meter.
the EZ Pay Ticket System is installed.
The credit limit is set in self test.
SMIB Slot Machine Interface Board A device containing
statistical data mode The software mode that displays
logic and interface boards inside the card box or gaming
statistics accumulated in the game play mode, such as
machine. These boards store machine data until polled
the number of coins in or the number of credits won.
by the DCU.
stepper motor A motor used for precision motion control.
SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol A set of
Stepper motors rotate by applying a pulsed voltage to
protocols used to manage complex networks by sending
their windings. Each pulse causes the stepper motor
messages, protocol data units (PDUs), to different parts
shaft to rotate only a few degrees.
of a network. SNMP-compliant devices, known as
agents, store data about themselves in Management straight flush A poker game hand consisting of five cards
Information Bases (MIBs). When requested, agents send of the same suit with consecutive values.
their MIBs, which report whether a device is functioning
properly, to the SNMP requesters. Structured Query Language (SQL) A standardized query
language that allows a user to request information from a
soft count The counting of paper currency and financial database.
instruments (e.g., markers) generated by gaming
operations. subdirectory A directory within a directory.

soft drop The controlled process of removing bills from super cap The large capacitors, C14 (.22F) on the SMIB
bill acceptors located in gaming machines. logic board, and C26 (.47F) on the DCU board, which act
as battery backup to RAM. They can maintain RAM up
soft meter An internal accounting system that can be to seven days.
displayed on the screen of a video machine, or in the coin
window on a reel slot machine. The signals that synchronous Two or more procedures occurring at the
increment or drive the hard meters are derived from the same time controlled by a mutual timing signal or clock.
soft meter data, and the soft meters can be reset to zero. synchronous transmission A data transmission in which
solenoid An electromagnetic device used to convert the bits are transmitted at a fixed rate. The transmitter
electrical energy into mechanical energy. The solenoid and receiver both use the same clock signals for
consists of a coil which, when energized, becomes a synchronization.
magnet. The magnet then causes a metal component to tape backup A mechanism that reads and writes
move in order to activate a mechanical device. information on magnetic tape to provide a copy of user’s
spectrum display A dot-matrix, multi-color display data in case of an accident.
device used to display the amounts in a progressive telecommunication Transmitting information in a
system. telegraphic or telephonic manner by line or radio
split pay An option that makes it possible to divide the transmission.
game’s cash-out amount between the hopper and the Telltale-Plus The circuitry which allows the machine to
printer. determine if any of the high security doors, including the
SQL Structured Query Language A standardized query main door, and processor board on the machine were
language that allows a user to request information from a opened while the power was turned off.
database. terminal The main console (keyboard and screen) of a
SSR Solid State Relay A relay built primarily from system.
integrated circuits and other electronic systems terminator A component used at the end of a daisy-chain
containing no moving parts as part of their prime cable run to complete the circuit.
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theoretical hold The percentage of each credit that the UART/DUART Universal Asynchronous Receiver/
machine will keep as gross profit. Transmitter and Dual Universal Asynchronous Receiver/
Transmitter These are integrated circuits that are used to
tilt An error in machine operation that suspends game
communicate data from gaming machines to various
play. Tilts can be caused by hardware or software
accounting and security systems. The UART is a single
problems and must be corrected before game play can
device, i.e., one per package. The DUART is a dual
continue.
device, i.e., two per package.
Token credit A credit mode only available when the
unit of credit One unit of credit is equivalent to one unit
appropriate set chip has been used to select the credits
of the base denomination associated with the game.
per coin (token) amount. By selecting a nonzero number
for the credit amount, the token credit mode can be upright machine A type of machine that stands erect,
selected in self test, while selecting a zero disables the usually attached to a stand. The machine door is hinged
credit mode. If the game was in token credit mode before on the side and the game is viewed from the front.
using the set chip to change the credit amount to zero,
Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) A small graphic
the game defaults to Montana-style credit mode when
display used to convey game play, diagnostic, status and
powered up. (Refer to Montana-style credit.)
other messages to the player, attendant or operator.
top box An enclosed area at the top of the machine that
VBatt Battery voltage.
typically contains a light box and display glass, a candle
and/or various optional assemblies. Version 1 CVT The term used to refer to CVTs that are
connected to video/reel machines with hoppers.
top glass A silkscreened piece of glass that fits into the top
part of a game and usually shows the paytable. Version 2 CVT The term used to refer to CVTs that are
connected to video/reel machines with ticket printers.
top panel The main machine door on bar top and slant-
top machines. The top panel typically contains the player VGD Video Gaming Device A gaming machine. This term
switches and/or other player input devices, coin entry, is also synonymous with EGM, machine, gaming
coin tray, video or slot glass and other components. machine, VGM and VLT.
touch panel A player input device on some video games, VGM Video Gaming Machine A gaming machine. This
such as touch-panel keno. When the player touches a term is also synonymous with EGM, machine, gaming
designated area on the panel, a corresponding area on machine, VGD and VLT.
the video screen is activated.
video monitor A display device similar to a television
touchscreen A video monitor that also acts as an input screen used in video games to receive and display game
device by the action of touching specific locations of the and service information.
screen to perform some activity or action.
Vin Voltage in.
touchscreen button The graphical representation of a
button drawn on the screen simulating the function of a virtual reel The term used for electronic slot machines in
physical button when the screen is touched within the which the number of reel stops in the computer program
screen button boundary. is greater than the number of stops on the actual reels of
the machine.
Transaction Processor Engine (TPE) A set of programs
that monitor and control the machines and are Vision Series® machine IGT Class III spinning reel
responsible for coordinating prize amounts, machine powered by the Intel® 80960 processor.
accumulating group meters, gathering game meters data Includes LCD located in the top box. Available in slant
and ensuring the integrity of the system. top and upright models.

translator Compatibility buffer between ABS and IGS. VLT Video Lottery Terminal A type of game that is
connected to a central computer system via a
Transistor-Transistor Logic (TTL) 1) A family of communications system. Video lottery customers often
integrated circuits having bipolar circuit logic. 2) A receive payment in the form of printed tickets that can be
standard for interconnecting such circuits, which defines redeemed for cash.
the voltages used to represent logical 0s and 1s.
voucher A printed ticket from a video lottery terminal
twisted-pair wire A type of wire that is made up of a pair (VLT) which is redeemed for cash in lieu of direct
of insulated copper wires twisted around each other to payment as with a gaming machine.
equalize, and therefore negate, outside electromagnetic
interference. There are two varieties shielded twisted Vout Voltage out.
pair and unshielded twisted pair. WAN Wide Area Network A network of geographically
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wand See handheld terminal. moved around and made bigger or smaller. Windows
allow the user to treat the computer display screen like a
WAP System Wide Area Progressive System A group of
desktop where various files can remain open
progressive games that are played for a prize amount
simultaneously.
funded by the controlling agency. Refers to games such
as Megabucks® and Quartermania®. workstation 1) An individual work area that includes one
or more devices on a network 2) A node through which a
Wide Area Network (WAN) A network of geographically
user can access a server or other nodes.
distant computers and terminals.
XVU Cross Validation Unit A device that allows several
win Usually refers to the dollar value of a gaming
clerk validation terminals (CVTs) to share ticket data so
machine’s hold percentage. It is calculated by
that patrons can redeem tickets at any other system-
multiplying the coin-in value in dollars times the hold
linked CVT or machine.
percentage.
window A portion of the video display area dedicated to
some specified purpose. Special software allows the
screen to be divided into multiple windows that can be

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Index

A Creating
Configuration Templates 3-22 G
Configurations from a Template
Active Game Types 3-22 Game Types
Adding 3-31 Customer Services iii Adding Active 3-31
Removing 3-31 Importing Paytables 3-15, 3-31
Add to Game Set Level Setting 3-43 Overview 3-31
Adding Removing Active 3-31
Active Game Types 3-31 D Group Denomination Configuration 3-34
Progressive Groups 3-38 Group Types Configuration 3-33
Available Levels 3-38
Database Files
Available Paytables 3-35 Backing Up 3-29
Opening 3-29
Overview 3-29 H
B Setting 3-12
Deleting Help
IGT Progressive Controller Exiting 4-55
Backing Up a Database 3-29 Configurations 3-23 Navigating 4-53
Base Amount Configuration 3-45 Levels 3-45 Opening 4-53
Boot File Location Setting 3-13 Display Mode of Paytables 3-34 Overview 4-53
Documentation Printing 4-54
Related Manuals Documentation-57
Documentation Conventions
C Keyboard Conventions 1-5
Mouse Conventions 1-4
Notation Conventions 1-4
I
Components
IPC System 1-2 IGT Progressive Controller
Configuration Templates EZ Setup Software Installation 2-9
Creating 3-22
Saving 3-21
E IGT Progressive Controller Configuration
Deleting 3-23
Configuring Exporting 3-25
Base Amount 3-45 Editing Progressive Group Name 3-40 EZ Setup Main Screen Overview 1-3
Boot File 3-13 Escrow Prize Configuration 3-45 Importing 3-25
Contribution Percentage 3-45 Exiting Help 4-55 IPC Descriptors 3-18
Database File 3-12 Exporting IGT Progressive Controller IPC Numbers 3-16
Escrow Prize 3-45 Configurations 3-25 Meter Information Retrieval 3-47
Flash File 3-14 Opening 3-19
Group Denomination 3-34 Overview 3-19
Group Types 3-33 Printing 3-24
IGT Progressive Controller 3-19 F Receiving 3-27
IPC Numbers 3-16 Renaming 3-20
Machine Display Level 3-43 Saving 3-20
Fiber-Optic Loop
Max Prize 3-45 Overview 1-2 Sending 3-27
Paytable Display Mode 3-34 IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup
Flash File Location Setting 3-14
Paytable Levels 3-35 Software Overview 1-3
Reset Amount 3-45 Importing
Serial Port 3-26 Game Type Paytables 3-15, 3-31
Unreasonable Increment 3-34 IGT Progressive Controller
Contributing Paytable Levels 3-37 Configurations 3-25
Contribution Percentage Definition 3-45 Installing IGT Progressive Controller EZ
Copying Levels 3-46 Setup Software 2-9

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IPC System
Components 1-2 P T
Overview 1-2
Parts Ordering (Customer Services) iii Technical Support (Customer Services) iii
Paytable Display Mode Configuration Template Configurations
3-34 Creating 3-22
K Ports Serial Setting 3-26 Saving 3-21
Printing Troubleshooting 4-52
Help Topics 4-54
Keyboard Conventions 1-5
IGT Progressive Controller
Configurations 3-24
Progressive Configuration Overview 3-16 U
L Progressive Groups
Adding 3-38
Defining Types 3-33 Unreasonable Increment Configuration
3-34
Levels Naming 3-40
Contributing Paytables Overview Overview 3-33
3-37 Renaming 3-40
Copying 3-46
Deleting 3-45
Saving 3-41
Setting Denomination 3-34 W
Saving 3-45 Progressive Levels Overview 3-42
Web Site iii
www.IGT.com iii

M R
Main Screen IGT Progressive Controller Receiving IGT Progressive Configurations
EZ Setup 1-3 3-27
Meter Information Retrieval 3-47 Removing Active Game Types 3-31
Mouse Conventions 1-4 Renaming
IGT Progressive Controller
Configurations 3-20
Progressive Groups 3-40
N Requirements for IGT Progressive
Controller System 2-8
Reset Amount Configuration 3-45
Navigating Online Help 4-53 Retrieving IGT Progressive Controller
Notation Conventions 1-4
Meter Information 3-47

O S
Opening
Saving
Databases 3-29
Configuration Templates 3-21
IGT Progressive Controller IGT Progressive Controller
Configurations 3-19
Configurations 3-20
Online Help 4-53
Levels 3-45
Overview 1-2 Progressive Groups 3-41
Databases 3-29
Sending IGT Progressive Configurations
Game Types 3-31
3-27
Group Levels 3-45 Serial Port Setting 3-26
Help 4-53
Setting
IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup
Add to Game Set Level 3-43
Software 1-3 Boot File Locations 3-13
Level Base Amounts 3-45
Database Files 3-12
Level Contribution Percentage 3-45
Flash File Locations 3-14
Level Escrow Prize 3-45 Serial Ports 3-26
Level Max Prize 3-45
Software Installation
Level Reset Amount 3-45
IGT Progressive Controller EZ Setup
Progressive Configurations 3-16 2-9
Progressive Groups 3-33
Support Calls (Customer Services) iii
Progressive Levels 3-42
System Requirements 2-8

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