Key for a gaming machine and method of use thereof
US6439996B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 22, 1999 |
| Grant date | Aug 27, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 22, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07F17/3241
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A key for a gaming machine for authorizing various functions via a control system of the gaming machine. The key includes a connector for coupling the key to a communication port of the gaming machine and non-volatile memory that communicates with the control system to determine the appropriateness of authorization and the functions authorized.
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