Setup and Configuration
Rev. 1.3_en
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MEGA KONG™
Setup and Configuration
Rev. 1.3_en
Rel. March 2014
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2. Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.2 The Concept . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.3 Bonus Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.3.1 MEGA KONG BONUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.3.2 MYSTERY KONG BONUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4 Hardware Components / Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
2.4.1 MEGA KONG Link Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.4.2 Merchandising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
2.5 General Configuration Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.5.1 Configuration USB Flash Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.5.2 Initial Setup - Game Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.5.3 Progressive Calculation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
2.5.4 Jackpot Handpays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
3. Hardware Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1 MEGA KONG Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
3.2 Media Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
3.2.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
3.2.2 Connect Signage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
3.2.3 Connect Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) . . . . . . 15
3.2.4 Connect Network Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
3.2.5 Connect Gaming Machines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
3.2.6 Connect Cabinet Fan (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.3 Network Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
3.3.1 Connect Gaming Machines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
3.3.2 Connect Media Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
3.4 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
3.4.1 Connect Mains Cable to UPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.4.2 Connect UPS to Media Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4. Software Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.1 Star|JACKPOTS² . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
4.1.1 Start Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
4.1.2 Create new Jackpot Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
4.1.3 Activate Jackpot Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
4.1.4 Edit Jackpot Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
4.1.5 Update Jackpot Controller Configuration File . . . . . . .25
4.1.6 Suspend Jackpot Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
4.1.7 Delete Jackpot Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.1.8 Edit Progressive Jackpot Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4.1.9 Edit Hidden Jackpot Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
4.1.10 Configuration of Displayed Machine Names . . . . . . .32
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4.2 MEGA KONG Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
4.2.1 Start EGD_GD_SETTINGS Application . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4.2.1.1 Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
4.2.1.2 Base Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
4.2.1.3 Display Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
4.2.1.4 Display Specific . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4.2.2 Return to Windows® Desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
4.2.3 Restart MEGA KONG Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
4.3 SPIELO Data Investigator (SDI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
4.3.1 Start Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
4.3.2 Refresh Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
4.3.3 Download Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
5. Gaming Machine Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
5.1 Asset Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
5.2 Celebration Limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
5.3 Casino Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
5.4 Jackpot Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
5.5 Jackpot Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
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1. Introduction
1. Introduction
1.1 About this Manual
Scope
This document describes how to set up and configure a MEGA
KONG™ link. It describes how to set up the participating gaming machines and how to link them.
Target Audience
We address qualified technical personnel, who are involved in
setup and configuration of a MEGA KONG link. With this user
group we assume that they are basically computer literate and
familiar with gaming machine and progressive jackpot terminology.
Please read this document carefully before you start the setup, to avoid incorrect configuration.
Related Publications
More detailed information about installation, basic setup and
operation of GTECH gaming machines can be found in the following publications:
•
Cabinet Manual
Cabinet Manual – SPIELO OXYGEN™
Cabinet Manual – SPIELO OXYGEN™ SLANT
•
Software and Basic Setup Manual
(Please refer to the manual version that corresponds to a
certain game software version)
Software Manual – sensys EP™ D5.0.x-D5.1.x
•
Star|JACKPOTS²
Star|JACKPOTS² Control User Manual
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2. Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Preface
MEGA KONG™ is the exciting new follow-up to the widely successful KING KONG CASH™. The jungle themed support titles
are available as multi-game package on the SPIELO OXYGEN™
cabinet family.
MEGA KONG is driven by GTECH´s System Gaming Protocol
(SGP). The SGP is based on the G2S® protocol and enables the
communication between the gaming machines and the jackpot controller (Star|JACKPOTS²).
The Star|JACKPOTS2 server is installed on a media controller (a
customized barebone) delivered by GTECH.
The progressive jackpot is automatically displayed via an onscreen meter (SPIELO OXYGEN™ dual screen technology) and
one or more LCD displays.
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2. Overview
2.2 The Concept
MEGA KONG is the exciting new follow-up of the widely successful KING KONG CASH. This brand-new multi-level, multigame progressive linked gaming concept is based on Universal Studios´ King Kong movie © Universal Studios.
The MEGA KONG support titles are available as multi-game
suite on the SPIELO OXYGEN cabinet family.
•
Multi Level
Win one out of four progressive jackpot level during the
MEGA KONG BONUS feature.
Multi Jackpot Level
•
Multi Game
There are three jungle themed games as multi game suite
available:
Multi Game – Game Selector
MEGA KONG offers the action of two bonus rounds, the MYSTERY KONG BONUS and the MEGA KONG BONUS.
MEGA KONG has been designed with the regular players in
mind, who can appreciate the chance of hitting a jackpot on a
more frequent basis. Each time the players get into the MEGA
KONG BONUS, they have a reasonable chance of hitting the
highest jackpot.
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2. Overview
2.3 Bonus Features
All game titles provide a game themed freegames bonus,
MEGA KONG BONUS and the MYSTERY KONG BONUS.
2.3.1 MEGA KONG BONUS
The MEGA KONG BONUS is a four-level progressive jackpot
triggered by a scattered symbol combination on reels 2, 3 and
4 during the base game or freegames bonus feature:
in base game
in freegames
Enter MEGA KONG BONUS and trigger
up to 10 MEGA KONG BONUS games
Enter MEGA KONG BONUS and trigger
up to 10 MEGA KONG BONUS games
Additionally the MEGA KONG BONUS can be awarded by the
MYSTERY KONG BONUS, see section 2.3.2 MYSTERY KONG BONUS.
The MEGA KONG BONUS can be triggered with any bet, but
higher bets in the base game provide better chances of winning higher jackpots.
Once the bonus is triggered, the player has to choose one out
of three KONG symbols to win 5, 7 or 10 MEGA KONG BONUS
games.
The MEGA KONG BONUS games are played on special reels
with unique symbols and easy-to-follow paytable. The bonus
games are played with up to 25 lines and the same bet per
line/play modes as the base game that triggered the MEGA
KONG BONUS session.
MEGA KONG BONUS – Choose your Kong!
For each jackpot level a threshold value (in credits) is determined that is stated next to the jackpot meter on the top
screen. The credits won during the MEGA KONG BONUS
games are accumulated and the sum of all credits determines
the corresponding progressive level won.
MEGA KONG BONUS – Main & Top Screen
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2. Overview
2.3.2 MYSTERY KONG BONUS
The MYSTERY KONG BONUS is awarded randomly and can occur after every single game, including freegames and MEGA
KONG BONUS games.
The MYSTERY KONG BONUS awards either a credit win or the
MEGA KONG BONUS.
If the MYSTERY KONG BONUS is triggered during a MEGA
KONG BONUS session the player is awarded with credits only.
MYSTERY KONG BONUS Triggered
MYSTERY KONG BONUS – You win X Credits
MYSTERY KONG BONUS –
You win the MEGA KONG BONUS
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2. Overview
2.4 Hardware Components / Package
MEGA KONG packages are available tailored to customer needs. The normal recommendation for a
MEGA KONG core package consists of:
•
MEGA KONG multi-game.
•
MEGA KONG signage including bright LCD display(s).
•
Linked Gaming Kit:
MEDIA CONTROLLER
2402593-04
1
Jackpot & Media Controller XH61 V2
including external power supply, Configuration USB flash drive,
operating system, Star|JACKPOTS2 and MEGA KONG display software.
1303943-01
1
Bracket, Mounting, Shuttle PC
–
1002541-01
1
Screw, Mach, Pan Washer Hd Phil, M3x6
–
1002539-01
4
Screw, Typping, M3.5x9.5mm, DIN7981B
–
1205131-01
120mm VELCRO Hook (88) W=1" Black W/ 0172 ADH
–
1204044-01
5
–
Cable Tie 6/6 Nylon 8" (white)
MEDIA CONTROLLER VENTILATION
65049877
1
ASP Fan 12V / 2,5W typical 119x25 BAM
–
65051401
2
Fan Grill for 120mm Fan black
–
65058121
4
Screw C´snk Hd M4x60 DIN965A/H black
–
65058138
4
Screw C´snk Hd M4x30 DIN965A/H black
–
65003146
8
Nut lf Lock M4 DIN985 ZN-bl
–
65003147
4
Washer Flat M4 DIN9021 ZN-bl
–
65001064
2
CblClip 4.8-17.3 adh.
–
65058994
1
Cable Flex Media-Controller MCW7 /Fan
–
UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLY
65060235
1
Back-UPS CS 350VA 110V #00
110V model
65040396
1
Back-UPS CS 350VA 230V #00
230V model
1602434-01
2
Cable Power10A/250V BS 1363/A TO C13 3m
for example only! Depending on country the power cable can
vary.
1602527-01
1
Cable Power 2.5A/250V C18 to C7
adapter for non 2-pin euro plug power cable
1
Switch 24 NetGear JFS524-100EUS
–
67500533
1
Patchcable CAT5E FTP 24AWG HF 2m red
–
65059912
–
Patchcable 5m CAT5E SFTP AWG26 black
67500531
–
Patchcable 12m CAT5E SFTP AWG26 black
Rule: 1 cable per machine in the link.
Depending on link size the cable length may vary from 5-12m.
POWER CABLE
SWITCH
67501116
PATCHCABLE
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2. Overview
2.4.1 MEGA KONG Link Size
MINIMUM LINK SIZE
4 machines
RECOMMENDED LINK SIZE
8 - 12 machines *
* link up to 150 machines (technical limit = 150) for detailed information contact your local sales representative.
2.4.2 Merchandising
MEGA KONG features an exciting merchandising and signage
package that stands out on the casino floor and attracts players to its thrilling 4-level dynamic bonus link. Customized signage and merchandising options are available to suit every
venue and budget.
Please contact your local sales representative for detailed information.
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2. Overview
2.5 General Configuration Notes
When configuring a MEGA KONG installation, there are a few
things to consider:
2.5.1 Configuration USB Flash Drive
The configuration USB flash drive contains a customer specific game configuration that is predetermined during order
processing. Depending on the configuration presets and jurisdiction the menu settings are adjustable afterwards. If you
want to change a fixed setting, please contact your local sales
representative.
To perform an initial setup configuration the configuration
USB flash drive is mandatory! The configuration USB flash
drive is connected to one of the USB ports located at the logic
box.
2.5.2 Initial Setup - Game Configuration
The game configuration settings are predetermined during
order processing and can not be altered afterwards. If an alteration becomes necessary, please contact your local sales
representative.
2.5.3 Progressive Calculation
The MEGA KONG progressive parameters are calculated by
means of the Progressive Calculation Sheet. To ensure proper
configuration the progressive calculation parameters are predetermined during order processing and can not be altered
afterwards. If an alteration of the progressive parameters becomes necessary, please ask your local sales representative for
a recalculation.
2.5.4 Jackpot Handpays
The threshold level for jackpot handpays is determined by
the Celebration Limit setting. A win that exceeds this limit will
trigger a jackpot handpay. See also chapter 5, section 5.2 Celebration Limit or the relevant software manual.
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3. Hardware Setup
3. Hardware Setup
3.1 MEGA KONG Wiring Diagram
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3. Hardware Setup
3.2 Media Controller
3.2.1 General
The media controller is a customized barebone-PC that provides video animations and jackpot values which are displayed on the overhead display(s).
It comes with a pre-installed WINDOWS® 7 Professional operating system, Star|JACKPOTS² and MEGA KONG display application. Two displays and an audio device can be connected.
The mains voltage for the media controller is provided by an
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).
•
Connector Overview - Shuttle® Barebone XH61
COM Ports
S/PDIF
•
DVI-I
HDMI
LAN Port 12V DC Output for Fan
USB Ports Audio Out Mains Input
Media Controller Location
The location of the media controller depends on the cabinet type of the MEGA KONG link.
•
In SPIELO OXYGEN™ (Upright) cabinets the media controller is located in the top box.
•
In SPIELO OXYGEN™ SLANT cabinets the media controller is located in the hopper drawer area.
CAUTION : If the media controller is placed elsewhere (e.g. base stand), connect the cabinet fan
kit that is included in the linked gaming kit to prevent the media controller from overheating. See
chapter 3, section 3.2.6 Connect Cabinet Fan.
The environmental temperature must not exceed
40°C / 104°F.
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3. Hardware Setup
3.2.2 Connect Signage
The DVI-I and/or HDMI cable, audio cable and signage mains
cable is usually threaded through one of the posts that hold
the signage. You may need to temporarily remove the signage
mains plug to thread it through the post.
The overhead display(s) which are connected to the media
controller have to support a 1024 x 768 pixel display resolution at 60 Hz with highest (32 bit) color quality.
•
Thread the display cable, audio cable and signage mains
cable through one of the posts that holds the signage.
Note: You may need to temporarily remove the signage
mains plug to thread the cable through the post.
•
Connect the overhead display to the DVI-I and/or HDMI
connector.
Note: You can use the DVI-I and HDMI ports simultaneously
to connect a second display.
•
Connect the signage audio cable to the audio out jack.
3.2.3 Connect Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
CAUTION: A power outage or voltage peak can cause
serious damage to the media controller hardware and
software! Do not operate a media controller without
having a properly configured UPS connected!
The UPS device application comes pre-installed with the media controller. For detailed information please see chapter 3,
section 3.4 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).
•
Connect the mains cable to the media controller.
•
Connect the USB cable to one of the USB ports of the media controller.
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3. Hardware Setup
3.2.4 Connect Network Switch
The MEGA KONG link infrastructure is based on an ethernet
network. The media controller and all participating gaming
machines are connected to a network switch.
Use the 2m (67500533) patchcable to connect the media controller to the network switch.
•
Connect the patchcable to the LAN port of the media controller.
•
Connect the patchcable to one of the LAN ports of the
network switch.
3.2.5 Connect Gaming Machines
All participating gaming machines are connected to the network switch. For detailed information please see chapter 3,
section 3.3 Network Switch.
3.2.6 Connect Cabinet Fan (optional)
If the media controller is placed in a base stand it has to be actively vented to prevent the media controller from overheating. The environmental temperature must not exceed 40°C /
104°F.
•
Connect the cabinet fan to the 12V DC output.
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3. Hardware Setup
3.3 Network Switch
The MEGA KONG link infrastructure is based on an ethernet
network. The media controller and all participating gaming
machines are connected to a network switch.
Connect the media controller and up to 23 gaming machines
to the network switch. The number of gaming machines is limited by the 24-port network switch. Packages for more than 23
gaming machines are available, please contact your local sales
representative.
media controller
3.3.1 Connect Gaming Machines
Depending on link size use the 5m (65059912) or 12m
(67500531) patchcable to connect the gaming machine to the
network switch.
•
Connect the patchcable to the LAN port of the logic box.
•
Connect the patchcable to one of the LAN ports of the
network switch.
LAN Port
3.3.2 Connect Media Controller
Use the 2m (67500533) patchcable to connect the media controller to the network switch.
•
Connect the patchcable to the LAN port of the media controller.
•
Connect the patchcable to one of the LAN ports of the
network switch.
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3. Hardware Setup
3.4 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
The UPS in combination with the shutdown application is intended to ensure a proper shutdown of the media controller
in case of a power outage or to compensate voltage peaks. It
also allows users to shut down the media controller by switching off mains voltage. The UPS will detect the power loss and
initialize the shutdown of the media controller, while supplying power to the media controller until the shutdown is completed.
CAUTION : A power outage or voltage peak can cause
serious damage to the media controller hardware and
software! Do not operate a media controller without
having a properly configured UPS connected!
The UPS device application comes pre-installed with the media controller and is configured to shut down the media controller 5 minutes after a power outage has been detected.
(c)
(b)
(b)
(a)
3.4.1 Connect Mains Cable to UPS
•
Connect the mains cable (a) to the UPS.
3.4.2 Connect UPS to Media Controller
•
Connect the mains cable (b) to the media controller.
•
Connect the USB cable (c) to one of the USB ports of the
media controller.
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4. Software Setup
4. Software Setup
4.1 Star|JACKPOTS²
This chapter describes all necessary configuration steps to
setup a MEGA KONG jackpot controller. For more detailed information about the Star|JACKPOTS² application please see
manual «Star|JACKPOTS² Control User Manual» obtainable
from GTECH.
The Star|JACKPOTS² application that is delivered with a M
­ EGA
KONG link is customized and supports GTECH SGP progressive
jackpot controller only!
4.1.1 Start Application
•
Double click the StarJACKPOTS 2 Control shortcut to
start the application.
•
On the logon page enter your user name and password
(default user name and password = adm).
If you want to change the user name and password click
Change Password on the title bar and follow the onscreen instructions.
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4. Software Setup
4.1.2 Create new Jackpot Controller
•
Select the Jackpots tab and click Configuration
on the navigation bar to enter the jackpot configuration
page.
•
Click Create/Update Jackpot and select SGP Progressive.
•
Click Browse and select the required progressive_
configuration.xml file and the progressive_
configuration.xml.sig signature file.
IMPORTANT: The configuration files are unique
for each MEGA KONG link, make sure that the configuration files used for the jackpot controller and
the gaming machines are identical.
The configuration files can be found on the USB flash drive
that is included in the linked gaming kit. Copy the configuration files from the USB flash drive to D:\Program
Files\SPIELO International Austria GmbH\
EGD-GD - Mega Kong on the media controller.
Click Save to proceed or Cancel to abort the Jackpot
controller configuration.
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4. Software Setup
4.1.2 Create new Jackpot Controller – continued
•
General
The Jackpot name is defined by the progressive_
configuration.xml file, however, you can change the
Jackpot name (32 characters maximum).
The Jackpot ID is set by default to Automatically
create jackpot ID. The Jackpot ID is randomly generated by the system. To define a specific Jackpot ID clear
the check box and enter a unique ID number.
Click Next to proceed.
•
Messages
Do not enter any text!
Click Next to proceed.
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4. Software Setup
4.1.2 Create new Jackpot Controller – continued
•
Gaming Machine Selection
On this page you can see all gaming machines that are registered to the WINDOWS® DHCP server.
The gaming machines are registering to the DHCP server once during boot up, make sure the media
controller is operational to assign an IP address. The gaming machines can not receive an IP address
while the WINDOWS® operating system is still initializing.
To assign a single gaming machine double click on the name. To assign all listed gaming machines
click Select All.
All gaming machines that are listed in the Assigned box will participate in the jackpot.
Click Next to proceed.
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4. Software Setup
4.1.2 Create new Jackpot Controller – continued
•
Summary
On this page a configuration summary is displayed. Verify all settings and click Save to finish the
jackpot controller configuration.
The jackpot controller is configured but not activated (State: InWork), the gaming machines are still
locked. To activate the configured jackpot controller see chapter 4.1.3 Activate Jackpot Controller.
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4. Software Setup
4.1.3 Activate Jackpot Controller
•
Click Configuration on the navigation bar to enter the Jackpot Configuration page.
•
Click
•
A jackpot controller summary is displayed, click Activate to start the jackpot controller.
•
The jackpot controller is activated (State:Accepted) and all participating gaming machines are
unlocked and operational.
Activate Jackpot to enter the Activate Jackpot page.
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4. Software Setup
4.1.4 Edit Jackpot Controller
•
Click Configuration on the navigation bar to enter the Jackpot Configuration page.
•
Click
Edit to add/remove gaming machines to/from an active jackpot controller.
When the jackpot controller has been edited the State changes to InWork. To apply the modifications to the operational gaming machines activate the jackpot controller again, see chapter 4,
section 4.1.3 Activate Jackpot Controller.
IMPORTANT: If you activate an edited jackpot controller the currently running instance of
the jackpot is stopped. A new instance based on the edited configuration is started. The current jackpot level values are restored to the base values determined by the progressive_
configuration.xml file! To restore the former jackpot level values see chapter 4, section
4.1.8 Edit Progressive Jackpot Values and 4.1.9 Edit Hidden Jackpot Values.
4.1.5 Update Jackpot Controller Configuration File
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If an updated configuration file is available, you have to create a new jackpot controller, see chapter
4.1.2 Create new Jackpot Controller. It is not possible to change/update the configuration file of an
existing jackpot controller.
Note: If a new jackpot controller is created, you have to update the Progressive Config XML setting
in the MEGA KONG – Config GUI, see chapter 4, section 4.2.1.2 Base Settings.
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4.1.6 Suspend Jackpot Controller
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Select Monitoring from the navigation bar and click Current Jackpot States.
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Cilck
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Click
Suspend to deactivate (State:SUSPENDED) a jackpot controller.
Resume to reactivate (State:RUNNING) a suspended jackpot controller.
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4.1.7 Delete Jackpot Controller
IMPORTANT: An active jackpot controller can not be deleted, you have to suspend the jackpot
controller first! For a detailed procedure see chapter 4, section 4.1.6 Suspend Jackpot Controller.
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Click Configuration on the navigation bar to enter the Jackpot Configuration page.
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Click
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A jackpot controller summary is displayed on the Delete Jackpot page, enter a reason for deletion and click OK.
Delete to enter the Delete Jackpot page.
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4.1.8 Edit Progressive Jackpot Values
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Select Monitoring from the navigation bar and click Current Jackpot States.
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Cilck
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Click
Jackpot Value Correction to enter the Jackpot Value Correction page for
each jackpot level separately.
Suspend to deactivate (State:SUSPENDED) a jackpot controller.
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4.1.8 Edit Progressive Jackpot Values – continued
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The jackpot level information is displayed. Enter the amount (in currency) that must be added to the
current jackpot value and the reason for the jackpot value correction.
Click OK to confirm the jackpot value correction.
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Click
Resume to reactivate (State:RUNNING) a suspended jackpot controller.
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4.1.9 Edit Hidden Jackpot Values
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Select Monitoring from the navigation bar and click Current Jackpot States.
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Cilck
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Click
Hidden Jackpot Value Correction to enter the Hidden Jackpot Value Correction page for each jackpot level separately.
Suspend to deactivate (State:SUSPENDED) a jackpot controller.
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4.1.9 Edit Hidden Jackpot Values – continued
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The hidden jackpot level information is displayed. Enter the amount (in currency) that must be added to the current hidden value and the reason for the jackpot value correction.
Click OK to confirm the hidden jackpot value correction.
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Click
Resume to reactivate (State:RUNNING) a suspended jackpot controller.
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4.1.10 Configuration of Displayed Machine Names
Configure a comprehensible name for each gaming machine that is participating in a jackpot controller.
The configured name is used for the jackpot hit history feature that can be enabled in the EGD-GD Settings application, see chapter 4, section 4.2.1.4 Display Specific.
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Select General Settings from the navigation bar and click Displayed Machine Names.
The Machine ID column lists all gaming machines that are participating in the configured jackpot
controller.
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Enter in the Displayed Name column a comprehensible name for each gaming machine to be
displayed on the overhead display.
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Click Save to apply settings.
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4.2 MEGA KONG Application
This chapter describes how to configure the display of video
sequences and jackpot meters on the overhead display. The
settings are configured in the EGD_GD_SETTINGS application.
4.2.1 Start EGD_GD_SETTINGS Application
Double click the Start Mega Kong – Config GUI shortcut
to start the application.
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4.2.1.1 Control Panel
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ALF
Enable the ALF (ATRONIC Linked Feature) controller to
establish communication between the EGD_GD display
application and the jackpot engine.
IMPORTANT: Make sure to activate the ALF
checkbox! With ALF deactivated the EGD_GD application is not able to receive the jackpot controller settings/values!
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Default
Load default settings.
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Undo
Undo changes.
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Save
Save altered settings.
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Start
Start MEGA KONG display animation.
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Info
Display application software version.
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Cancel
Close application without saving settings.
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Ok
Close application with saving settings.
The configuration tabs of the EGD_GD_SETTINGS application
are described on the following pages.
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4.2.1.2 Base Settings
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Currency code
Enter a currency abbreviation (up to 3 digits) to be displayed trailing or leading the jackpot value. To enter a «€»
currency symbol use the ASCII string 0128.
Note: To enter an ASCII code press and hold the Alt key.
Type the ASCII string (e.g. 0128 for «€») on the number pad
and release the Alt key.
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Currency position
Define the position of the currency code. Select Trailing or Leading from the drop down menu.
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Decimal separator
Define the decimal separator, enter «.» or «,».
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Thousand separator
Define the thousand separator, enter «.» or «,».
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4.2.1.2 Base Settings – continued
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Progressive Config XML
Click
Browse and select the progressive_configuration.xml file.
IMPORTANT: The configuration files are unique
for each MEGA KONG link, make sure that the
configuration files used for the jackpot controller,
EGD-GD GUI and the gaming machines are identical.
The configuration files can be found on the USB flash drive
that is included in the linked gaming kit. Copy the configuration files from the USB flash drive to D:\Program
Files\SPIELO International Austria GmbH\
EGD-GD - Mega Kong on the media controller.
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Display Language Setting
Define the display animation language. Select English
(default), Mandarin, Spanish or French from the
drop down menu.
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4.2.1.3 Display Settings
Do not change any setting of the Display Settings tab!
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4.2.1.4 Display Specific
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Master Sound Volume
Define the maximum volume of the display animation
sounds.
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Sound Group – LOW
Option not used.
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Sound Group – MEDIUM
Option not used.
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Sound Group – HIGH
Set the display animation and jackpot hit volume. Limited
by the Master Sound Volume setting.
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Hit History Settings
Enable this setting to include the jackpot hit history page
in the display animation loop. The jackpot hit history page
shows all top level jackpot hits.
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the Star|JACKPOTS² application, see
chapter 4, section 4.1.10 Configure
displayed Gaming Machine Name.
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4.2.2 Return to Windows® Desktop
To close the MEGA KONG display software press the ESC key
on the multimedia controller keyboard.
4.2.3 Restart MEGA KONG Application
To restart the MEGA KONG display software double click the
Start EGD-GD – Mega Kong shortcut.
or
Double click the Start Mega Kong – Config GUI shortcut
and then click the START button.
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4.3 SPIELO Data Investigator (SDI)
With the SDI it is possible to save event logs, machine information and performance data from each machine, that is participating in the gaming link, to the media controller. Mainly
used for troubleshooting these files can also be used for performance analysis.
4.3.1 Start Application
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Double click the SDI.URL shortcut to start the application.
4.3.2 Refresh Data
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Click Refresh to receive the current gaming machine
data.
IMPORTANT: The gaming machine data can
only be received once per hour!
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4.3.3 Download Data
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Click Download to save or open the latest gaming machine data.
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Click Save to save the game-statistics.zip file to
the media controller.
machine identifier
For each gaming machine a separate folder is created that
can be recognized by the machine identifier (ATR_+MAC
Address).
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5. Gaming Machine Setup
This chapter describes necessary gaming machine settings
and shows where to find jackpot statistics and jackpot increment settings.
Please refer to the corresponding software manual for a detailed description of the game software menus:
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Software Manual – sensys EP™ D5.0.x-D5.1.x
5.1 Asset Number
(Initial Setup / Machine Identifier)
Set a unique asset number for each gaming machine if a TiTo
environment is in operation or to activate AFT functionality.
5.2 Celebration Limit
(Initial Setup / Machine Configuration / Base Configuration / Celebration Limit or
Service Menu Screen 2.3.1.1: Settings / Money / Limit Settings / Celebration Limit)
Set the «Celebration Limit Mode» to «Individual fixed limit for
each game» (default and recommended setting) during the
initial setup procedure. The limits are set by the paytable and
can not be altered. To display the fixed limit values touch the
Show Details button.
5.3 Casino Information
(Synonym: Voucher Text or Ticket Data)
(Service Menu Screen 2.2.5.2: Settings / Peripherals / Printer / Casino Information)
Configure the text strings to be printed on cashout vouchers.
Enter a text string for Establishment (casino name), Address 1
and Address 2. Use the english alphabet only.
Service Menu Screen 2.2.5.2 : Settings / Peripherals / Printer / Casino Information
Establishment:
Address 1:
Address 2:
Set
Set
Set
Undo Changes
Save
IMPORTANT: In a ticketing environment the machine remains locked until the ticket data fields are
configured!
Note: The ticket data fields are usually configured remotely by
the ticket host sending SAS poll 7D «send ticket data». Ticket data
sent by the host has priority over manually entered ticket data.
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5.4 Jackpot Information
The base values and increments of the jackpot (incl hidden
jackpot) can be viewed for each jackpot level separately.
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Select Machine Information / Configuration /
Jackpot.
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Select the jackpot controller in the Group column.
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Select the desired jackpot level in the Level column.
Audit Menu Screen 1.2.6 : Machine Information / Configuration / Jackpot
Group:
Summary
EG_JUR_CUSTOMER_Docu
MK_JUR_CUSTOMER_Doc
Jackpot Group MK_JUR_CUSTOMER_Docu_01_0, Level 2
Games in Group
MK01MK01, MK02MK1, MK03MK01
Selected Controller:
MK_JUR_CUSTOMER_Docu_01_0_C_1
Controller Type:
System Gaming Progressive (SGP)
Controller Options:
Level 2
Configuration Parameters
Type:
Base Value (in currency):
Increment:
Progressive Jackpot
€10.000,00
0.7%
Level:
Level
Level
Level
Level
1
2
3
4
5.5 Jackpot Statistics
The jackpot statistics are metered for each jackpot level separately.
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Select Accounting and Statistics / Progressive Information / Per Controller Information.
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Select the jackpot controller in the Controller column.
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Select the desired jackpot level in the Level column.
Audit Menu Screen 2.4.1 : Accounting and Statistics / Progressive Information / Per Controller Information
Controller:
Progressive Controller: MK_JUR_CUSTOMER_Docu_01_0_C_1
All
EG_JUR_CUSTOMER_Docu
MK_JUR_CUSTOMER_Doc
Total Hits
Total Paid
Attendant Paid
Machine Paid
Money Wagered
Games Played
0
€
€
€
€
0
0,00
0,00
0,00
0,00
Controller Level: 2
Level:
Level
Level
Level
Level
Total Hits
Total Paid
Attendant Paid
Machine Paid
0
€ 0,00
€ 0,00
€ 0,00
1
2
3
4
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