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Asian Gaming Expo Global Gaming Machine Development June 14, 2005 Peter DeRaedt President Gaming Standards Association 2005 Asian Gaming Expo - MACAU Global Trends Gaming Transformation from Standalone to Distribution Channel Methodology Remote Configuration (supported by current technology) • Initial game setup • Adjust pay table Download will drive new floor network technology • Code (game or peripheral) • Game themes Server based gaming – linking of players Operators Streamline Operation Investment Protection: smooth migration path > software distribution Interoperability Exit Strategy Manufacturers Network Centric vs Game Centric Avoid duplication of efforts on non-core technology 2005 Asian Gaming Expo - MACAU The New Economy in Gaming Conversion to networked EGM’s is inevitable Gaining a significant share of the distribution channels is key Software authentication is a key component Computer networks rule > this will be the same in gaming Industry battle Control of distribution channels – gaming floor network IP/Licensing fees – access fees and potential annual tariffs USPTO: Is the use of existing IT technology in EGM’s – nonobvious? Open industry protocols are key to ensure fair battle ground 2005 Asian Gaming Expo - MACAU Gaming Standards Association - GSA International trade association representing gaming manufacturers, suppliers, operators Incorporated in 1998 as a non-profit association in CA Currently 65+ global members Received member commitment: $5.9M in cash and $30M in additional resources Developed 3 core communication protocol standards Reduced all standards to practice 2005 Asian Gaming Expo - MACAU Membership Composition Affiliates 6% Advisors 9% Operators/Hotel 17% OEM 17% Manufacturers 51% 2005 Asian Gaming Expo - MACAU Global Membership Australasia 11% Europe 20% 2005 Asian Gaming Expo - MACAU Japan 9% N. America 60% Enable Communication on Three Levels S2S Coin Acceptor GDS BOB Kiosks S2S Coin Hopper Note Acceptor Voucher Manager Player Tracking S2S Game Control Printer Slot Accounting Progressive 2005 Asian Gaming Expo - MACAU Coin/Bill Counters S2S Touch Screen Game & Peripherals Point of Sale Game to Systems Class II Servers System to System Dataflow without Standards 2005 Asian Gaming Expo - MACAU Dataflow with Standards 2005 Asian Gaming Expo - MACAU High-level BOB Network Features High-speed communications between EGM’s and Host systems (TCP/IP) Standard network equipment and protocols link EGM’s to Host systems EGM’s can communicate with multiple Hosts Different Hosts can manage different applications One Host can manage vouchers while another manages player tracking 2005 Asian Gaming Expo - MACAU Key Features of GSA Standards Offer 360º visibility of data communication Support all existing features operators are used to today Designed to meet the needs of casino, lottery and centraldetermination (class II) applications Offer advanced features Remote floor configuration Video Lottery Extensions Central program authentication Detailed diagnostic data Support server based gaming Dynamic game configuration Peripheral and game code downloading Program authentication Extensible 2005 Asian Gaming Expo - MACAU GSA Certification GSA Compliance testing is NOT Regulatory Approval Independent testing by 3rd party lab using GSA tools and predefined test scripts All parties benefit through Improved speed to market for products Products work together when they show up on your floor Plug and Play (easier installs, reduced service calls) Protocol certification streamlines the Regulatory process Reduces the quantity and variety of tests that must be performed If both devices are certified, they should work together the first time they are connected (like your PC and printer) 2005 Asian Gaming Expo - MACAU Companies supporting GSA Standards Aristocrat Asahi Seiko Atronic Gaming Bally Gaming & Systems CashCode Coin Mechanisms, Inc. Cirsa Harrahs Entertainment IGT JCM Konami Gaming Mars Electronics 2005 Asian Gaming Expo - MACAU MGM MoneyControls Multimedia Games NRT Nova Gaming Progressive Gaming Revive Partners R Franco Rocket Gaming Seminole Tribe WMS Gaming