Yes,

I would like to get a definite answer to what is the difference between a Video Lottery Terminal and a slot machine.

My understanding is that they are very similar, that is they are both controlled by the RNG.

Is it true that the VLT machines are nothing more than a scratch off lottery as such, that is. That they are controlled by the Lottery commission and not the Gaming commission, and that VLT have RNG's in each machine, but their outcome is determined by a central computer at the lottery headquarters.

Where as regular slot are controlled by a per-programmed RNG that is installed in each machine and that the RNG can not be tampered with or changed unless there is a malfunction in the chip/and or machine. And that the casinos, slot parlors, or racinos do not tie the machine into a central computer where they can change the outcome of the game in progress.

Thanks, I appreciate your response.

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I have an IGA Triple Diamond slot machine manufactured in 4/1994. The model # is B5136CFIW.

First question: What type or series machine is this? S, S+, or something else?

I was searching for a maintenance manual & can't find much regarding this machine.

The ultimate problem is with one of the three reel motors - the 3rd one (furthest right)squeels when it runs - far more often than not. I was thinking it needed lubrication, but am unsure of what type of lube to use, where it might need to be applied, or determine if the motor is going bad. About 1 in 15-20 runs, it doesn't make the squeel.

Any advise, insight, etc would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks, MAC

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I live in Colorado and am planning to visit Las Vegas soon. In Central City and Black Hawk Colorado all the slots have gone from coins and tokens to vouchers...this sucks its boring! Have the Vegas Casinos done the same? Haven't been there since 1996.

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Hey there, im currently living in Melbourne, Australia. I used to live in Greece a few years back and used to play on the slots there. The majority of them were called "Reel Magic". Ive tried looking them up on the net with no luck. If you have any details about the machines im talking about please forward it to me as i would love to finde one.

Also, in Greece, at internet cafe's they had illegal; gambling programs installed on their computers, that if say a police officer or security guard walked in, the attendant would press a button at the main desk, and all the machines would go back into computer mode. I would really love to find an emulator of the program or something similar for some fun at home. All the slots and other casino programs that i have tried are pretty crap compared to the ones in Greece. The ones i played at the internet cafe's were called "Blue Shark". PLease help! :)))

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I have a sigma mech 3reel-IM model 13213 and am looking for a manual and schematics or where to look for info.

Thanks
Roger

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This is only my feeling and would like an expert to confirm if true or false. If you made a big or moderate win from a particular slot machine you should transfer because chances are that this machine will clean you up if you continue. True?

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As for finding those loose ones, well, that's no easy task. Slot managers place their machines strategically to maximize customer appeal and potential casino earnings. Unfortunately, no two casinos do it exactly alike.

It also isn't possible to distinguish loose and tight machines by look or type. Unless specifically advertised, such as, "98% return on these machines," two similar machines sitting side by side could produce radically different results.

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Paytron was equally created in 1992, when Smart Cards were just being developed. It has specialised in loyalty and cashless payment systems. Its primary objective was to devise a safe and easy payment system for slot machines. In 1994, it extended its system to the handling of all kinds of assistance for entertainment and hospitality customers. The card allowed the customers to collect prize points, get discounts, ease payments and get a statement of their expenses. In 1996, it first went online with its systems. In 1997, it extended its system to the handling of customer loyalty systems for any kind of store. In 2001, Paytron became part of DA Sistemi, a company of DA Group.

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I have an IGT Wild Diamonds machine, model # B51136CFIW manufactured in 4/94.

Of the three reel motors, the 3rd (on the right) makes quite a squeeling/grinding noise, most of the time. Maybe one in 20 times it sounds smooth like the others. I'd like to think that it's in need of lubrication, but the inconsistancy of the squeel leads me to believe that maybe the reel motor is slowly failing. Is there a way to lubricate, where & how would I do that & what product should I use?

Is there some manual that applies to my machine that I can get a hold of? I found one that applies to S & S+ series machines, but I'm hesitant to purchase the book if it won't apply to whatever series machine this is.

Any amount of help you can provide would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
MAC

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3M's MicroTouch Capacitive TouchSense System upgrades touch-screen technology (now used on everything from digital music players to ATMs) by providing tactile feedback.

The system, which can be installed in new or existing slot machines, provides users with the sensation of touching a mechanical button when touching an LCD screen.

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Hello...

I understand that a "RandomNumberGenerator" or RNG is always running and when you hit the:play button it stops for however many numbers it needs for the winning combination on that particular slot....and the spinning of the reels is purely for your entertainment....they just "catch up" with the numbers the RNG has selected....

MY QUESTION IS THIS : Many video slots have an option of stopping the reels manually.....NOW...when you do that are you actually doing anything yourself or only making the outcome appear faster.......eh?

I am writing from the library so you need to send your answer to my personal email which is colpix65@yahoo.com.....thanks RR

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Hi,
I hope you can help me. I have a Universal Co. Model 8515 (is Universal the same as IGT?) that I am trying to find info, manuals, etc. for. I am particularly interested in manuals. It works now for the most part. There are some burned out bulbs, a door open code (50), bad switch? & the cash out will only work in test mode 4. Any info, parts or help? Just in case my e-mail is CARTENDERS@STARPOWER.NET
Thank you, Pat

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I like playing the 25 cent Caveman Keno slot machines. Why is it that the machine will repeat the pattern I'm working everywhere else on the machine. It's like thumbing it's nose at me! If these are truly RNG,then it would not seem to happen like this. Also if on say the 0's and you get off and do something else, next two spins, sure enough, the zeros come in. When I have won it has always happened in the first $20-40 which just means the machine is in its win cycle. Is there a "win cycle?" You can literally hear the short hesitation, then the machine goes either from a pay to non pay or the other way. I have been curious about this for a long time. Thanks!

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