Dealer and gaming apparatus control system for gaming establishments
US10872390B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 30, 2016 |
| Grant date | Dec 22, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 25, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07F17/3288
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Embodiments disclosed herein concern dealer control for gaming establishments, such as casinos. Using an electronic management system, authentication and authorization of dealers can be provided in a controlled manner that complies with predetermined rules. The predetermined rules can implement business or governmental restrictions on dealers, gaming apparatus or gaming. Gaming devices that are operated by dealers can also be controlled by an electronic management system. Through such electronic control, gaming apparatus can be controlled to be placed in a locked or unlocked condition. The electronic control system can also provide or facilitate monitoring of dealer status and actions and/or gaming apparatus status and events. Further, the electronic control system can provide notification, such as alerts, to dealers, managers and/or players.
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