JPH0779865B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [Industrial field of application] The present invention is a game machine that uses a pachinko ball, that is, a game that uses a pachinko ball for gaming (also called a game ball), and a prize is established. As an award, the present invention relates to a pachinko game machine of a type in which a specified number of prize pachinko balls (also referred to as prize balls) are discharged to a player side, that is, a ball plate side on the front of the machine.

[Technical background]

In a pachinko machine, which is one of the representative examples of this type of gaming machine, as is well known, based on the cooperation of the launching device and the ball feeding device, one gaming ball in the upper ball dish is used as a launch rail base end in the machine. The game ball (out ball) that has been sent to the club and launched into the game board and then entered the out port is discharged from the out route of the mechanism board, while the game ball (safe ball) that entered one of the winning devices is The prize processing device of the mechanical board processes and discharges one by one, and the prize ball dispensing device of the mechanical board is operated once for each processing operation of the device to supply a prescribed number of prize balls. Then, the above-mentioned prize balls are preferentially discharged from the discharge main path formed on the mechanism board to the first discharge path, and thereafter discharged to the upper bowl dish side and sequentially stored, and the prize balls are discharged from the upper bowl dish to the first discharge path. After the prize balls are filled in the upper part, they overflow from the middle of the discharge main path to the second discharge path that is in communication with the first discharge path, and are discharged to the lower bowl side and stored as they are. To be done.

[Prior art]

In the conventional pachinko machine, the prize ball fullness detecting means is provided on the way of the aforementioned prize ball discharge path. This detecting means is for detecting the amount of prize balls that have overflowed to the lower ball plate side to regulate the game, and as a general form, is installed at a predetermined portion in the second discharge path and prize balls are provided. It is equipped with a sensing member that can directly receive and sense the pressure of, and a detection switch that detects the full state of the prize ball when it is activated when the sensing of this member fluctuates. Then, the launching device is temporarily held in a stopped state and the game ball is stopped. In such a state, the award ball filling detection means is returned to the original pre-detection state again by withdrawing the award ball filled in the lower ball dish and the second discharge path from the lower ball dish. In connection with this, the launch device is released from the stopped state and returned to the original energizable state, but the game can be interrupted by resuming the launching operation of the game ball,
Unless a proper amount of prize balls are discharged from the lower ball plate, the above-mentioned game suspended state is not released.

[Problems to be solved by the invention]

In the above-mentioned conventional pachinko machine, the game is interrupted each time the launching device is stopped when the fullness of the prize balls provided as the reward for each safe ball is detected. For this reason, special game conditions that are advantageous to the player during the game, for example, so-called "big hit state or continuous open state", are easily and many game balls launched into the game surface within the set time. In the event that a winning situation occurs, if the firing of the game balls is interrupted, even if the prize balls are discharged from the lower ball plate, the player cannot fully satisfy the game conditions at the break. However, there is a problem that not only a great dissatisfaction remains, but also a trouble occurs between the game store side and the player.

[Object of the Invention]

The object of the present invention is to discharge prize balls on the premise that prize balls are fed and discharged to the upper bowl plate side and then to the lower ball plate side in accordance with each prize winning process operation based on the detection memory when the prize is won. At the time when the prize balls are filled up to a predetermined part in the route, the subsequent prize winning operation and prize ball dispensing operation are temporarily stopped and held, the game can be interrupted, and the winning condition is retained and stored. After discharging or decreasing the stored prize balls in the route,
We provide a pachinko game machine that can restart the prize winning processing operation and prize ball dispensing operation according to the winning condition for memory retention, and eliminate the interruption of the game every time the prize ball filling is detected. It is to eliminate the troubles caused by it.

[Means for Solving the Problem] According to claim 1 of the present invention, a predetermined number of game balls are sent according to the operation of the prize processing device that sends the game balls in the upper plate to the game surface portion and operates corresponding to the safe balls for winning a prize. It is provided with a prize ball dispenser for dispensing prize balls and accommodating prize balls for the next period, and forming a discharge main path and a first discharge path for guiding prize balls from the prize ball dispenser to the upper bowl plate, A second discharge path is provided which communicates with the lower bowl from the middle of the discharge main path, and a winning detection means for detecting the safe ball is provided, and the prize ball amount is provided in either the discharge main path or the first discharge path. Is provided with a prize ball detection means for detecting the full state, and the winning memory control means adds the safe ball number with the signal from the prize detection means, and subtracts each time the prize processing device is activated, and the prize ball When the prize amount is full by the detecting means, the prize processing device is controlled to be stopped.

A second aspect of the present invention is provided with the first aspect of the present invention, in which the lamp is turned on when the prize ball detecting means of the first aspect detects that the prize ball amount is full.

[Operation] In the pachinko-type gaming machine of the present invention, the prize processing device is operated in response to a safe ball for winning a prize generated on the game surface portion, and a predetermined number of prize balls are dispensed by the prize ball dispensing device and for the next period. Hold prize balls. Then, the discharged prize balls fall through the discharge main path and the first discharge path and are guided to the upper bowl, and are also guided to the lower bowl through the second discharge path formed on the way of the discharge main path. It On the other hand, the winning storage control means adds the safe ball number with the signal from the winning detection means, and performs the subtraction process each time the prize ball dispensing device is operated, while the winning balls are sequentially filled in the discharge path. Then, when the prize ball detecting means detects, the prize processing device is controlled to be stopped. As a result, the discharge of the prize balls is stopped, but the safe balls are sequentially added through the prize storing control means, and the game can be continued.

〔Example〕

As a preferred embodiment of the pachinko-type gaming machine according to the present invention, in this example, it occurs in each winning portion to which a large number of award ball acquisition conditions and a small number of award ball acquisition conditions are preset in the game board. A pachinko machine of a prize ball number changing and dispensing model example in which a large number and a small number of prize balls are accurately classified and dispensed is shown for each winning condition. In such a pachinko machine P, it is basically the same as a general fixed-number-of-balls supply type, and as shown in FIG. A door 3 and a stanchion plate 4 are mounted to be openable and closable, and upper and lower sphere plates having a ball removing device built in on the front surface of the stanchion plate 4 and the front surface of a stanchion plate 7 fixed to the lower part of the front frame 2. 6.9 is installed in line with the 5.8 entrance for the prize ball. The operating part A1 and the hitting ball drive part A2 of the launching device A are installed in the lower front and rear of the front frame 2, while the game ball in the upper bowl plate 6 in cooperation with the launching device A inside the splint 4. A ball feeding device B for sending each one to the launch rail 10 is detachably set.

Then, in the game board C set to the holding frame 11 fixed to the back side of the front frame 2 in a detachable and replaceable manner, a safe sphere that can obtain a large number of prize balls (for example, 13) as the above-mentioned winning portions. (Hereinafter, usually referred to as safe sphere)
The prize winning device 12 and the second prize winning device 13 that can generate a safe ball (hereinafter, referred to as a specific safe ball) that can be obtained by a small number (for example, 7) of prize balls are both arranged three by three in the drawing. 14
Is a variable design display device, each of which receives a start input signal obtained every time a specific safe ball which has won each of the second prize devices 13 is detected by a second detection switch 83, which will be described later, which is a prize detection means. The pattern (number) can be digitally changed continuously and fixedly displayed on the display window. 15 is a big winning device, normally when the big winning opening 16 is closed, according to the set conditions when the preset "combination" of the respective symbols fixedly displayed on the display device 14 matches Suppose that a controlled safe sphere can be generated. Note that the technical gist of both devices 14.15 is conventionally known and is not a requirement of the present invention, so description thereof will be omitted. 17 indicates an out port. Then, on the back surface of the game board C, there is a passage 18 through which each safe ball generated in the first and second winning prizes 12.13 passes, as schematically shown in FIG.
The second detection switch 83, which is a winning detection means, is installed in the gathering path 20 in which 19 are partitioned from each other and communicated with the passage 19 of the specific safe ball and the back side of the outlet 17.

On the other hand, in the mechanical panel M that is detachably attached to the holding frame 11 on the back side of the front frame 2 and can be opened and closed, as shown in FIG.
In 1, the safe ball collecting room 22 and the out ball discharge path 2
3 and the discharge path 24 for prize balls are partitioned from each other,
The processing chamber R for safe balls formed on the exit side of the gathering chamber 22 is equipped with a prize processing device D controlled by the prize storing control means 1 described later, while the prize balls are provided above the board body 21. The storage / delivery route E, the prize ball feeding device F, and the prize ball number control device G are provided, and the prize ball detecting means H is provided at a predetermined portion in the prize ball discharge route 24.

The safe ball collecting chamber 22 receives all the normal safe balls generated on the game board C and sends them out to the processing chamber R from the passage 22a, and the out ball discharge passage 23 is an outlet that enters the out port 17. Eject the ball out of the machine. And the discharge path 24 for prize balls is
The prize balls dispensed from the prize ball dispensing device F are preferentially discharged from the discharge main path 25 to the first discharge path 26 and discharged to the upper bowl plate 6 side through the discharge port 27 and the communication port 5 ( (See FIG. 4), and when the first discharge path 26 is filled with prize balls, it can be discharged from the second discharge path 28 to the lower bowl 9 side through the communication container 29 on the back side of the front frame 2 and the through hole 8 (fifth). See figure). On the other hand, in the processing chamber R, the normal safe balls from the collecting chamber 22 can be discharged from the inlet 30 to the outlet 32 for communicating with the outlet 23 for the out balls through the outlet 31, and then the inlet 30 can be discharged. The first detection switch for a normal safe ball on the way
82 are installed. The entrance 30 and exit 31 are covered with a support plate 33.

The prize processing device D operates based on each control signal from the prize storage control means 1 described later, and operates the prize ball dispensing device F described later.
As shown in FIG. 6.9, the rotary electromagnetic solenoid 35 attached to the receiving plate 34 which is detachably installed in the processing chamber R and the pivot plate 33 is attached to the supporting plate 33. The interlocking lever 38 connected to the rotary plate 36 of the solenoid 35 via the connecting rod 37, and the interlocking lever 38 pivotally mounted in the processing chamber R.
When the solenoid 35 is energized and energized each time, the interlocking lever 38 is moved through the connecting rod 37 when the turntable 36 moves forward.
Is tilted, the lock lever 40 and the control lever 42 are tilted via the pin 40.42. The levers 38.39.41 are both L-shaped, and the central portion thereof is pivotally attached. The interlocking lever 38 and the connecting rod 37 are connected with a proper play, and the connecting pins 41.42 of each lever are connected to the supporting plate 33. Extends outward from the hole. Reference numeral 43 denotes a cover that covers the entire processing chamber R.

On the other hand, in the prize-ball storage / delivery path E, a storage container 44 for storing a considerable amount of prize balls to be replenished on a regular basis as shown in FIG. A straightening gutter 45 for arranging and rectifying in two rows, and a sending gutter 46 for sending out the prize balls from the rectifying trough 45 to the prize ball feeding device F side while sending the balls in a two-row state, diversion and ball pressure reduction. Is installed.

In the prize ball dispensing device F, each time the processing operation of the prize processing device D is timed, the prize ball dispensing device F is actuated once to dispense a prescribed number of prize balls for each normal and specific safe ball. As shown in FIG. 7.9, the vertical ball case 51 made of synthetic resin is aligned with the delivery trough 46 of the prize ball storage delivery path E, the upper and lower first and second control valves 54.58, A controller 63 and the like for controlling the opening and closing of both valves are assembled into one to form a cassette type. The spherical case 51 formed in a rectangular tube shape is vertically and detachably mounted outside the outlet of the delivery gutter 46, and the inlet 52a of the two rows of storage passages 52 formed inside is delivered to the delivery gutter. While communicating with the outlets of the respective passages 46a of the 46, the outlet 52b is connected to the discharge main passage 2 of the prize ball discharge passage 24.
It opens towards 5. A port 53 is formed in the middle part of the side lid of the ball case 51 for each accommodation path 52.

The first control valve 54 is tiltably supported by a support shaft 55 outside the upper end side of the ball case 51, and one end of each of the first control valve 54 has each inlet port.
An opening / closing piece 56 for the 52a is formed, and a connecting piece 57 is formed at the other end. The valve 54 is made of a thin metal and is always biased in the closing direction of the inlet 52a by its own balance. On the other hand, the second control valve 58 is tiltably supported by the support shaft 59 outside the central portion of the ball case 51, and the lower portion thereof is retractable with respect to the outlets 52b of both accommodation paths 52. An opening / closing piece 60 is formed, and a connecting member 61 is pivotally attached to the upper end. The valve 58 is made of synthetic resin and is always biased in the closing direction of the outlet 52b by its own balance, and the opening and closing pieces 60 of both sides correspond to one ball to match the odd number of prize balls. The contact surface with the prize ball is formed in a slanted shape by being projected at a height difference.

Further, the control tool 63 is vertically inserted and supported so as to be vertically movable with respect to the guide holding tool 62 attached to the outside of the upper side of the ball case 51,
On the upper part thereof, a substantially U-shaped engaging piece 64 capable of engaging with the connecting piece 57 of the first control valve 54 with appropriate play (time difference).
However, restricting pieces 65 for the connecting members 61 of the second control valve 58 are formed in the lower portions, respectively. The restricting tool 63 is made of synthetic resin and is always urged downward by its own balance, and is lifted and lowered according to the tilting of the operation lever 66. This operation lever 66 is pivotally attached to the side edge of the board body 21 in a cantilevered state, and a part thereof is connected to the other end of the control lever 41 of the prize processing device D via a connecting rod 67, Its free end is connected to the controller 63 in a non-connected manner.

By the way, in the prize ball dispenser F, the ball case 51 has both accommodation paths 52.
In which a maximum of eight prize balls are stored, one of which holds seven prize balls and the other of which holds six prize balls. In the case where the ball case 51 is common, the second control valve 58 is replaced with another type in which the positions of the two opening / closing pieces 60 are changed, so that it can be used for 15 pieces and 14 pieces. obtain. Of course, the ball case for 12, 11, and 10 can be exchanged. 47
Shows a cover for covering the entire prize-ball dispensing device F.

The prize ball number control device G, which is provided opposite to the prize ball dispensing device F, is operated based on a control signal from the prize storing control means 1 to change and control the prize ball dispensing number. As shown in FIG. 7.9, a rotary type electromagnetic solenoid 69 and a regulating valve 72 for dividing the prize ball in the ball case into upper and lower parts are installed on a base 68 installed on the left side of the ball case 51 in the figure. The solenoid 69 is energized and excited on the basis of the above control signal, so that the rotary plate 70 is
The regulation valve 72 is tilted through the connecting rod 71 according to the change in the reciprocating rotation of the opening and closing the accommodation path 52. The control valve 72 is made of thin-walled metal, and the lower end thereof is pivotally supported 73 by the base 68 so as to stand upright, and the opening / closing piece 74 formed at the upper end is opened from the opening 53 of the ball case 51 to the accommodation path 52. Can appear in. By the way, the valve 72 opens and closes the center (6 positions in the upper stage) in each accommodation path 52 by setting both opening / closing valves 74 at the same height.

The prize ball detecting means H is for detecting the amount of prize balls in the discharge path 24 for prize balls, and as shown in FIG. 8.11, the base 75 is screwed to the center side of the discharge main path 25. In addition, the sensing ball 76 for the prize ball is pivotally attached 77 and urged by the spring 78, and the limit type detection switch 79 is attached.
Then, when the lever 76 is pressed by the prize ball group and tilted to the right in the drawing, the switch 79 has its detection piece 79a pushed by the operation piece 76a of the lever 76 to enter the prize ball full detection state (ON), The detection signal is sent to the winning storage control means I. Two detection switches 79 are arranged, one of which is used in this example, and the other is separately available. 80
Indicates a lamp for filling a prize ball which is turned on when the detection of the means H is activated.

As an extra configuration of the mechanism board M, J in FIG. 3 is a prize ball amount detecting means attached to the rectifying gutter 45 of the award ball storing and delivering path E for decreasing the prize balls in the gutter 45. When the sensing lever 85 is tilted and changed, the detection switch 86 is actuated and, based on the detection signal, the ball replenishing device (not shown) in the amusement store is made movable, while the lamp 87 for breaking the ball is used.
Is lit up. K is a ball flow detecting means laid on the tip of the flow straightening gutter 45, and the detection switch 89 is activated when the sensing lever 88 tilts and changes due to a decrease in prize balls in the flow gutter 45 or poor flow straightening. The detection signal is input to the winning storage control means I.

Then, the winning storage control means I, based on the respective detection input signals described above, the winning processing device D and the number of prize balls changing device G.
In order to control the operation of each other and to control the display of winning conditions for normal and characteristic safe spheres, there is a model example with a software program using a one-chip microcomputer, and As shown, the input section 91 for this switch 82.83.79.89, this input section 9
A memory holding unit 92 for storing and storing the normal and specific winning completion signals transmitted from 1 and the control signals for operating the winning processing device D and the award ball number changing device G by adding and subtracting the signals, and the memory holding unit. A comparison priority unit 93 that compares the normal and specific winning combination signals sent from 92 to give priority to the normal winning combination signal, and an output holding unit 94.95 that outputs an output in response to the signal from the memory holding unit 92. A drive unit 96 for driving each electromagnetic solenoid 35.69, the display unit 84, the lamp 80 and the like based on a control signal sent from both output holding units 94.95 is provided.

However, in the storage holding unit 92, it is possible to store up to infinity for normal and specific winning completion signals, and under the current pachinko machine, the maximum number of safe balls occurs within the minimum short time. Considering the situation and the like, a considerable number is stored and held, and in response to this, the number of times of winning winning each memory is displayed on the display 84. Further, the first and second detection switches 82.83 both use a magnetic sensor type capable of detecting passage of a safe sphere by the detection unit. And, in the above-mentioned display device 84, as shown in FIG. 14, a display part 84 capable of displaying each winning condition for normal and specific winning conditions in a digital manner.
A.84B is located.

In the pachinko machine of the present example configured as described above, the game ball thrown into the upper ball plate 6 is passed through the ball feeder B on the back side of the support board 4 and once held in standby, and is fired under this. When the operation unit A1 of the device A is operated, the game ball is moved from the ball feeding device B to 1 in accordance with the cooperation between the ball driving unit A2 and the ball feeding device B.
The balls can be sent to the launch rail 17 and hit into the game board C to play a game. And when a normal safe ball and a specific safe ball in each prize in the board is detected, a prize is established,
While the winning success status is displayed based on the memory of the winning success conditions, the respective prize balls are separately provided according to the cooperation of the winning processing device D and the prize ball number changing device G.

First, the case of the normal safe ball S1 in the first prize device 12 of the game board C will be described. The ball is the passage 18 on the back side of the board.
Through the assembly room 22 of the mechanical board M to the entrance 30 of the processing room R,
It is discharged through the exit passage 31 and the ball removal passage 32 to the outside of the machine. Then, when the first detection switch 82 in the entrance path 30 is detected (ON) when passing through the same ball, the detection signal is input to the input section 91 of the winning storage control means I and used for the normal use of the storage holding section 92. It is temporarily stored in the storage unit. Then, based on the control signal transmitted through the comparison priority unit 93 and the output holding unit 94 of the control means I at regular time intervals, the prize ball number changing device G and the prize winning processing device D are operated at the set timing. .

That is, in the above-mentioned changer G, the electromagnetic solenoid 69 is energized and excited in the pre-operation state shown in FIG. 9 (a), and as the turntable 70 turns, the regulating valve 72 temporarily moves through the connecting rod 71. Both the opening / closing pieces 74 are pulled to the center left and are held in the open position retracted to the outside of the ball case 51 of the prize ball feeding device F (see FIG. 9 (b)). In the prize processing device D which is operated immediately after the device G, the lock lever 39 is rotated by the turning of the turntable 36 and the tilting of the interlocking lever 38 as the electromagnetic solenoid 35 is energized and excited in the pre-operation state. Is started via the pin 40 to release the control lever 41, then the control lever 41 is started via the pin 42, and thereafter, the tilting of the interlocking lever 38 causes the lock lever 39 to push the control lever 41 to a predetermined position. Accordingly, the operating lever 66 on the prize ball dispensing device F side is operated via the connecting rod 67 (see FIG. 9 (b)).

As a result, in the prize ball dispensing device F, the control tool 63 is raised according to the upward tilt change of the operation lever 66, and the engaging piece 64 of the control tool 63 raises the first
The control valve 54 and then the second control valve 58 are momentarily released by the restricting pieces 65 thereof. As a result, the first valve 54 tilts and changes to the closed position of both the entrances 52a of the ball case 51 immediately by its own balance to stop the prize ball from the delivery gutter 46 and stop.
58 is free. As a result, all the prize balls (13 pieces) in the ball case 51 open the second valve 58 to the right in the figure by the ball pressure, and both opening / closing pieces 60 are retracted to the outside from the outlet 52b. It is supplied and discharged to the discharge main path 25 of the prize ball discharge path 24 (see FIG. 9 (b)). The above-mentioned second valve 58
Is returned to the original closed position by its own balance in synchronism with the end of the prize ball dispensing.

Then, in the prize processing device D, the lock and control lever 3 is moved in accordance with the demagnetization of the electromagnetic solenoid 35 and the return movement of the turntable 36.
9.41 is released and returned to the original position and held. On the other hand, in the prize ball dispensing device F, the control tool 63 is lowered to the original position as the operation lever 66 returns to its own weight, and the second control valve 58 is constrained to the closed position by the restricting piece 65, and then the engagement thereof. First with 64 pieces
The control valve 54 is restrained in the original open / close position. As a result, the transmission gutter 46
The prize balls from No. 1 pass into both accommodation paths 52 and are accommodated and held again in a prescribed number of units for the next use. Then, the prize ball number changing device G is moved back at the same timing when the prize winning processing device D is moved back, and the regulating valve 72 is reset in accordance with the demagnetization of the electromagnetic solenoid 69 and the returning motion of the rotary plate 70. Lever opening and closing piece 74
Is held in the original closed position where it has entered the middle position in both accommodation paths 52 of the ball case 51 (see FIG. 9 (a)).

On the other hand, in the case of the specific safe ball S1 that has entered the second prize 13 of the game board C, the ball is the passage 19 on the back side of the board.
Through the discharge path for out balls from the collecting path 20 and is discharged to the outside of the aircraft. In the safe ball passing process, the second detection switch 83 in the collecting path 20, when the detection operation (ON) when passing the same ball, the detection signal, the variable symbol display device
While it is sent to another control means side as a start signal for 14, it is input to the input section 91 in the winning storage control means I and temporarily stored in the specific storage section of the storage holding section 92. Then, based on the control signal sent through the comparison priority unit 93 and the output holding unit 94 of the control means I for each time unit, the prize processing unit D and the prize ball number changing unit G are operated at the set timing. It

That is, in the pre-operation state of the changing device G, the prize processing device D is preliminarily operated, and the electromagnetic solenoid is operated as described above.
According to the energization and excitation of 35, the rotation and movement lever 38 of the turntable 36
Then, the control lever 41 is pushed to a predetermined position next to the lock lever 39 and the operating lever 66 on the prize ball dispensing device F side is operated via the connecting rod 67. With this, prize ball dispensing device F
Then, the control tool 63 is raised in accordance with the upward tilt change of the operating lever 66 to instantaneously release the first control valve 54 and then the second control valve 58, respectively, so that the first valve 54 is set at both inlets of the ball case 51. 52
While closing a and stopping the prize ball from the sending gutter 46, the second
The valve 58 is brought into a free state, and under this, the lower prize balls (seven in total) in the ball case 51 are pushed out by the ball pressure to open the second valve 58, and are supplied from the outlet 52b concerned and the prize ball. It is discharged into the discharge main route 25 of the discharge route 24 (see FIG. 10). The above second
The valve 58 is returned to its original closed position by its own balance in synchronism with the end of the prize ball dispensing.

Then, in the prize processing device D, the lock and control lever 3 is moved in accordance with the demagnetization of the electromagnetic solenoid 35 and the return movement of the turntable 36.
9.41 is returned to the original position and held. On the other hand, in the prize ball dispenser F, the second control valve 58 is constrained to the closed position and the first control valve 54 is constrained to the original open position as the operation lever 66 and the control tool 63 are returned. . Then, the prize ball number changing device G is once actuated at the same timing when the prize processing device D is returned, and the regulating valve 72 is operated via the turntable 70 and the connecting rod 71 in accordance with the energization of the electromagnetic solenoid 69. Holds in the open position.

As a result, in the prize ball dispenser F, as soon as the upper prize ball in the ball case 51 is released from the regulation valve 72, it drops into the lower stage of the accommodation path 52 and is stopped by the second control valve 58. A new prize ball from the delivery gutter 46 enters through the entrance 52a and is housed and held in the housing path 52 again in a specified number of units. Then, at the same timing, the prize ball number changing device G is moved back, and in accordance with the demagnetization of the electromagnetic solenoid 69 and the return movement of the rotary plate 70, the regulating valve 72 is returned and held at the original closed position and the opening / closing piece 74 is opened.
Stops the upper prize balls in both accommodation paths 52 (see the same state shown in FIG. 9 (a) and FIG. 11).

From then on, similar to the above, a prescribed large number of prize balls are paid out for the normal winning condition, while a prescribed small number of prize balls are paid out for the specific winning condition. However, the operation for both normal and specific winning conditions is performed for each set time unit (for example, about 1 second) based on the control signal of the winning memory control means I, and when both winning memories are held. ,
The action for the normal winning conditions is always given priority,
After the operation is finished, the operation for the specific winning condition is performed. Under such an operation setting condition, in each of the normal and specific storage sections of the storage holding section 92 of the prize storage control means I, one is added and counted for each input of each winning establishment detection signal. , Each time a control signal related to the operation of the prize processing device D and the prize ball number changing device G is sent out, the count is decremented by one, and based on the addition and subtraction calculation of both, the winning achievement status during the game is accurately stored and stored. Then, based on the signal, the corresponding winning condition is displayed on the respective display portions 84A and 84B of the display tool 84 on the game board C side.

Now, as described above, the prize balls dispensed from the prize ball dispensing device F are discharged to the discharge main path 25 of the discharge path 24, and thereafter, the prize balls are preferentially discharged to the first discharge path 26, and the discharge is performed as shown in FIG. As described above, the balls are discharged to the upper ball plate 6 through the discharge port 27 and the gutter 5, and are stored for game balls. Then, in the process in which the game balls in the upper ball plate 6 are continuously used one by one as the game continues, on the premise that the prize ball supply amount is larger than the decrease amount of the game balls, the upper ball plate 6
When the prize balls are filled up to a predetermined portion in the first discharge path 26, the prize balls to be subsequently supplied are discharged to the second discharge path 28 as overflow balls, and as shown in FIG. As communication container
It is discharged to and stored in the lower bowl 9 through 29 and the gutter 8.
After the filling of the lower bowl plate 9 side, the prize balls are charged in the second discharge path 28.
Sequentially stored inside, and then stored in the discharge main path 25.
However, the filled prize balls in the discharge path 24 can be finally discharged from the lower ball plate 9 side by the ball removing operation on the ball plate side. Further, when the number of stored prize balls in the first discharge path 26 is decreased due to the use of the game balls in the upper ball plate 6, the new prize balls are preferentially given the first prize again.
It is discharged to the discharge path 26.

As shown in FIG. 11, when the prize balls are filled up to a predetermined portion in the discharge main path 24 (see the chain double-dashed line L in the figure) in the prize ball discharging process described above, the sensing lever 76 of the prize ball detecting means H is moved. When the prize ball group is pushed and changed, the detection switch 79 is activated (ON) to generate a prize ball fullness detection signal. This signal is input to the input section 92 of the winning storage control means I, and is changed to a stop signal for the winning processing apparatus D and the award ball number changing apparatus G in the output holding section 94 so that both apparatuses DG are temporarily stopped and held. On the other hand, the lamp 80 on the game board C side is turned on, and the player is informed that the "prize ball is full". In such a state, the game can still be continued, and the memory holding section 92 sequentially receives and holds the newly generated normal and specific winning detection signals from the input section 91. Outputs the memory signal related to the winning condition of
Send to. As a result, in the display device 84, the output holding unit 95
Based on the output signal from, the normal and specific winning numbers are successively added to the corresponding display units 84A and 84B to display the winning condition.

In the display process of the winning establishment status described above, the player visually confirms the lighting status of the lamp 80 or the display status of the display device 84,
When the filled prize balls in the discharge path 24 are discharged from the lower ball plate 9, the sensing lever 76 of the prize ball detecting means H is released from the ball pressure as the prize balls in the discharge main path 25 decrease. When the detection switch 79 is in the pre-detection state (OF
Returned to F) and the prize ball full detection signal is erased. As a result, while the lamp 80 is turned off, the stop signal applied to the prize processing device D and the prize ball number changing device G is released, and both devices are stored and retained in the storage retaining unit 92 in the normal and specific states. Based on the control signal relating to the winning condition, the operation is performed at the set timing as described above, and accordingly, the prize ball dispensing device F is controlled to open and close to dispense the specified number of prize balls.

On the other hand, in the above-described process of displaying the winning establishment status, when the player continues to play the game and does not perform any ball-removing operation, the first discharge path is accompanied by the use of the game balls on the upper ball plate 6. If the number of stored prize balls in 26 and in the main discharge path 25 decreases, when the sensing lever 76 of the prize ball detecting means H is released from the ball pressure, the detection switch 79 is returned to the pre-detection state and the prize ball. The fill detect signal is cleared. As a result, similarly to the above, the winning processing device D and the award ball number changing device G are released from the stop and returned to the original movable state, and are operated under the set conditions based on the control signal relating to the normal and specific winning conditions. Then, according to this, a prescribed number of prize balls are dispensed from the prize ball dispensing device F.
When the sensing lever 76 of the prize ball detecting means H is again sensed and actuated by the newly supplied prize balls, a prize ball fullness detection signal is issued in accordance with the detection operation of the detection switch 79. Later,
The prize ball detecting means H is changed to a detection state and a pre-detection state in response to a situation in which the use of the game balls in the upper ball plate 6 is reduced and the prize balls are supplied.

By the way, in the change of the detection state and the state before detection of the award ball detection means H, "special game state" on the game board C side
That is, in the case where the opening condition of the special winning device 15 is given by the symbol combination condition of the symbol variable display device 14 in FIG. 1,
Most of the game balls that are fired during the game time are big prize holes
Since it enters the inside of 16 and is regarded as a normal safe ball, the upper ball plate 6
Even if the prize ball detection means H is once returned to the state before detection immediately after the decrease of the game balls in the inside, the prize ball detection means H is again awarded with the prize balls newly supplied from the prize ball supply device F. When the ball-filled state is detected, the remaining normal winning conditions after that are stored and stored as they are and are additionally displayed on the display device 84.

In addition, during the continuation of the game, the prize ball storage delivery route E
The detection switch 89 is activated (ON) with respect to the sensing operation of the sensing lever 88 of the sphere flow detection means K due to defective rectification of prize balls or lack of prize balls in the straightening gutter 45 of FIG. In the case of winning, the detection signal is input to the input section 91 of the winning storage control means I, and based on this, both the winning processing device D and the award ball number changing device G are suspended. Then, at the time when the cause such as the poor rectification of the prize ball is eliminated and the ball flow detecting means K is restored to the original pre-detection state, both devices DG are released from the stop and are restored to the original movable state. .

As described above, in the pachinko machine of the present example, when the prize balls provided every time the winning is achieved becomes full, the supply of the prize balls for the subsequent winning results is temporarily stopped and the portion is stored and retained. By doing so, it is possible to avoid the stop of the launching device A and the interruption of the game accordingly. Moreover, with respect to the normal and specific winning conditions, it is completely avoided that the winning memory control means I becomes full of memory or becomes invalid after it is full, and the winning condition is accurately displayed on the display 84. Therefore, erroneous recognition of the player and further troubles can be solved in advance, and the trust of the player can be obtained.

[Modification]

Regarding the pachinko-type gaming machine to which the present invention is applied, the game content may be such that only one type of winning condition is generated on the gaming surface portion, and a prescribed number of prize balls are paid out for it.
Of course, the technology and applied technology disclosed in the embodiments can be applied to other pachinko ball type game machines.

〔The invention's effect〕

As can be understood from the above description of the embodiment, in the pachinko game machine of the present invention, the game balls in the upper ball plate are sent to the game surface portion to play a game, and the winning condition established in the game surface portion is detected and stored. While holding, the specified number of prize balls are dispensed as the prize winning process is performed once, and the dispensed prize balls are subsequently discharged to the upper bowl plate side and then to the lower ball dish side for storage. To be done. Then, each time the payout prize balls are filled up to a predetermined part in the discharge route, the winning process operation and the prize ball paying operation are temporarily stopped and held, while the game can be continued and the winning condition is accurately stored. Hold and display. Then, when the use of the game balls in the upper bowl is reduced in the continuation of the game, the processing operation and the prize ball dispensing operation for the winning condition for the memory retention are restarted at the time when the award ball full detection state is erased. You can then give a prize ball.

Therefore, according to the pachinko machine of the present invention, each time the prize balls are filled, the lamp is informed and displayed, and the suspension of the game can be eliminated by eliminating the need to stop the launcher. In the "special game state", the shooting stop state of the game ball is canceled in advance, and the player can continue to enjoy the game without impairing the "special game state".

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 shows an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 1 is a front view schematically showing a pachinko machine of this example, FIG. 2 is a rear view schematically showing passages for safe balls on the back side of a game board, and FIG. Is a rear view schematically showing the pachinko machine of this example, FIG. 4 is a plane sectional view showing a prize ball discharging route reaching the upper ball plate side, and FIG. 5 is a side cross section showing a prize ball discharging route reaching the lower ball plate side. 6 and 6 are exploded perspective views showing a processing chamber and a winning processing device for safe balls, FIG. 7 is an exploded perspective view showing a prize ball feeding device and a prize ball number changing device, and FIG. 8 is a prize ball detection device. FIG. 9 (ab) is an exploded perspective view showing the means, FIG. 9 (ab) is a partially cutaway rear view showing the processing operation for the normal winning condition and the prize ball dispensing operation, and FIG. 10 is the processing operation for the specific winning condition. And a partially broken rear view showing the prize ball dispensing operation,
Figure 11 is a partially cutaway rear view showing the prize ball fullness detection state,
12 and 13 are respectively the X1-X1 line and the line in FIG. 9 (a).
FIG. 14 is a perspective view showing a winning display means, and FIG. 15 is a block diagram schematically showing a winning memory control system, based on the line X2-X2. P. Pachinko machine, 6. Upper ball plate 9. Lower ball plate, H. Launcher B. Ball feeder, C. Game board M …… Mechanical board, 21 …… Board body 22 …… Meeting room, 23 …… Ejection path 24 ... Ejection path, R ... Processing chamber D ... Prize processing device, 35 ... Electromagnetic solenoid E ... Prize ball storage path, F ... Prize ball dispensing device 51 ... Ball case, 54 ... … First control valve 58 …… First control valve, G …… Prize ball number changing device 69 …… Electromagnetic solenoid, 72 …… Regulation valve H …… Prize ball detection means, 76 …… Sensing lever 79 …… Detection switch , 82 ...... first detection switch 83 ... second detection switch, 84 ... display tool I ... winning prize memory control means

Claims (2)

[Claims] 1. A prescribed number of prize balls are dispensed and accommodating prize balls for the next period according to the operation of a prize processing device which sends the game balls in the upper plate to the game surface portion and operates in response to a safe ball for winning a prize. An award ball feeding device for performing is provided, and a discharge main path and a first discharge path for guiding the prize balls from the award ball supply device to the upper ball plate are formed, and the discharge ball path communicates with the lower ball plate. Install a second discharge channel,
A prize detecting means for detecting the safe ball is provided, and a prize ball detecting means for detecting a full state of the prize ball amount is provided on either the discharge main path or the first discharge path, and the prize storing control means is provided. ,
The number of safe balls is added by a signal from the winning detection means, is subtracted each time the winning processing device is activated, and the winning processing device is stopped when the amount of winning balls is full by the winning ball detection means. It is a pachinko machine. 2. A pachinko game machine according to claim 1, wherein a lamp is turned on when the prize ball detecting means detects that the prize ball amount is full.