MASSACHUSETTS GAMING COMMISSION
SLOT MACHINE ACTIVITY MANUAL
June 2015
Table of Contents
Massachusetts Gaming Commission Gaming Regulations ........................................................................... 3
Section I: Procedures for Transporting Slot Machines To or From a Licensee Casino/Hotel Facility .......... 4
Section II: Procedures for Transporting Slot Machines to or from the Casino Floor to or from Any
Location Outside Of the Licensee Casino/Hotel Facility within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ...... 9
Section III: Slot Machines to Be Removed From the Casino Floor to an Approved Storage or Repair Area
within the Casino/Hotel Facility ................................................................................................................. 13
Section IV: Slot Machines to Be Removed From an Approved Storage or Repair Area within the
Casino/Hotel Facility to the Casino Floor ................................................................................................... 16
Section V: Approval of the Progressive Slot Machines Submission ........................................................... 19
Section VI: Slot Machines Being Relocated From One Approved Location to another Approved Location
on the Casino Floor Excluding Progressive Slot Machines ......................................................................... 33
Section VII: Denomination and Percentage Modifications of Slot Machines............................................ 35
Section VIII: Other Modifications of Slot Machines ................................................................................... 37
Section IX: Procedures for Progressive Slot Machines and Stand-Alones Being Relocated From One
Approved Location to another Approved Location on the Casino Floor and/or the Reduction/Increase of
Machines in a Progressive Link................................................................................................................... 39
Section X: Progressive Slot Machines Being Removed From the Casino Floor ......................................... 42
Section XI: Slot Machine Prototype Approval ............................................................................................ 45
Section XII: Destruction of Slot Machines .................................................................................................. 47
Section XIII: Procedures for Slot Machine Payouts of Merchandise.......................................................... 49
Slot Machine Shipment Notification Template –........................................................................................ 55
Manufacturer/Distributor or Casino Licensee ............................................................................................ 55
Slot Machine Activity Notification Request Template – Casino Licensee................................................... 57
Slot Machine Control Log Guidelines – Casino Licensee............................................................................. 61
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Massachusetts Gaming Commission Gaming Regulations
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission, acting with the regulatory authority provided
under M.G.L. Chapter 194 of the Acts of 2011 “An Act Establishing Expanded Gaming
in the Commonwealth” has adopted the following regulations with respect to
expanded gaming, horse racing, harness horse racing, and greyhound racing in the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
The following is a list of gaming regulations that apply to this manual. A complete list
of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission regulations, 205 CMR, can be found on the
Commission’s website, http://massgaming.com/regulations/gamingregulations/.
MASSACHUSETTS GAMING COMMISSION REGULATIONS
205 CMR 13.00: MASSACHUSETTS GAMING COMMISSION ENFORCEMENT
205 CMR 105.00: INVESTIGATIONS AND ENFORCEMENT BUREAU
205 CMR 138.00: UNIFORM STANDARDS OF ACCOUNTING PROCEDURES AND
INTERNAL CONTROLS
205 CMR 142.000: REGULATORY MONITORING AND INSPECTIONS
205 CMR 143.00: GAMING DEVICES AND ELECTRONIC GAMING EQUIPMENT
205 CMR 144.00: APPROVAL OF SLOT MACHINES AND ELECTRONIC GAMING
EQUIPMENT AND TESTING LABORATORIES
205 CMR 145.00: POSSESSION OF SLOT MACHINES
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Section I: Procedures for Transporting Slot Machines To or From a
Licensee Casino/Hotel Facility
SCOPE:
The procedures described in this section shall apply to any movements of slot
machines into or out of the Commonwealth to a licensee’s casino/hotel facility.
NOTICE:
Responsibility of Person or Entity Shipping Machines
Before any slot machines are shipped, the person or entity shipping the machines
(i.e., manufacturer, distributor/representative or casino licensee) must provide 5 day
prior notice in writing to the IEB or their designee assigned to the casino to which the
machines are to be shipped.
The IEB or their designee assigned to the casino to which the machines are to be
shipped will verify receipt of this notice.
The above notice must contain the following information.
1. The full name and address of the person or entity shipping or moving
said machines;
2. The full name and address of the person who owns the machine,
including the name of any new owner in the event ownership is being
changed in conjunction with the shipment or movement;
3. The method of shipment or movement and the name of carrier(s);
4. The full name and address of the person or entity to whom the
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machines are being sent and the destination of said machines if
different from such address;
5. The quantity of machines being shipped, make and the serial number of
each machine;
6. The expected date and time of delivery to or removal from any
authorized location in the Commonwealth;
7. The port of entry or exit, if any, of said machines if the origin or destination
of the machine is outside the continental United States; and
8. The reason for transporting the machine(s).
MOVEMENT AND USE APPROVAL:
The casino licensee will be responsible for contacting IEB to arrange for the
inspection of the machines. Inspection of CCTV is required for movements of all slot
machines, and will be reviewed and verified by the IEB or their designee. If
inspection of the slot machines is required, the date and name of the individual(s)
contacted along with the scheduled inspection date shall be recorded in the
designated area on the Notification Log.
The IEB shall be notified of the movement of slot machines 5 days in advance of such
movement.
The IEB or their designee shall be authorized to approve the use of the machines.
See the appropriate sections for additional approvals necessary if the movement
pertains to progressive machines (Section IX).
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INSPECTION:
Once the slot machines have been received and placed in locations within the casino
that have been approved by the IEB the casino licensee may request approval to use
the machines from the IEB.
NOTE:
It should be noted that in such cases the casino licensee will be
responsible for ensuring the slot machines comply with the approved
prototype. Any deficiencies uncovered by the IEB or their designee
when the machine(s) are inspected may result in a formal complaint
being filed against the casino licensee by the IEB.
The following inspection criteria will be also among those applied in the inspection
process:
1. The operational blueprint shall be reviewed by the IEB or their designee to
determine compliance with the MGC regulations as they pertain to zoning
of machines within a casino.
2. Inspection of all ancillary equipment.
3. The IEB, MGC GTL and/or CITL will perform an inspection which will
include, but not be limited to, an inspection of the program, the award
glass, the reel strips, the payout percentages, ticket in ticket out (TITO),
the denomination, all ancillary equipment and sealing of the EPROMS, disk
drives and any other sensitive areas as needed.
4. The camera coverage of the slot areas will be certified by the licensee’s
surveillance department. An IEB gaming agent or their designee will review
and verify the CCTV coverage.
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GAMING:
Each slot machine will have an MGC Asset Tag affixed to it by an IEB gaming agent.
This tag shall be located on either side and on the outside of the slot machine cabinet
in an easily accessible location.
MACHINE MOVEMENT LOG:
A copy of the request with the attached slot control log shall be maintained by the slot
department in a binder or in an approved electronic storage format which will serve as
the Machine Movement Log.
PAYOUT PERCENTAGE SHEET CODE LOG:
Each casino licensee shall maintain a binder or an approved electronic storage file to
be referred to as the "Payout Percentage Sheet Code Log."
The binder or an approved electronic storage file shall contain all Payout Percentage
Sheets relative to the slot machines on the casino floor. The casino licensee shall
assign, as a code, a unique numeric or alpha-numeric number, in sequential order, to
each Payout Percentage Sheet. The casino licensee shall indicate the applicable
code on the Slot Control Log and the Payout Sheet. The casino licensee may use
the manufacturer's program identification number and version in the Slot Control Log
and Slot Master Listing in lieu of assigning its own Payout Percentage Sheet Code.
The binder or approved electronic storage file shall also contain the relative
information that determines the payout percentage for specialty machines (i.e., rules of
the game for Video Blackjack, Keno and winning combinations for Video Draw Poker
as approved by the Commission). The casino licensee shall indicate the applicable
code on the Slot Control Log and the Payout Schedule Sheet. It is the responsibility of
the casino licensee to maintain and update this log. Commission and Division staffs
shall be given free and unfettered access to the Payout Percentage Sheet Code Log
upon request.
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PRINTS AND REPORTS:
As required by 205 CMR 145.01 the casino licensee shall be responsible for
submitting to the IEB the updated Slot Master List every 30 days.
NOTE:
If any movement of slot machines requires a modification to the
authorization granted in the Certificate of Operation issued to the casino
licensee, prior to the movement of any machine, a formal petition
requesting that modification must be filed with and approved by the IEB.
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Section II: Procedures for Transporting Slot Machines to or from the
Casino Floor to or from Any Location Outside Of the Licensee
Casino/Hotel Facility within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
SCOPE:
The procedures described in this section shall apply to any movement of slot
machines to or from the casino floor to any location outside the licensee casino/hotel
facility but within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
POSSESSION:
It is to be emphasized that any shipment of slot machines can only be made to a
person or entity who can legally possess slot machines in this Commonwealth.
NOTICE: The casino licensee shall submit 5 days prior notice in writing a Notification
Log to the IEB or their designee containing the following information:
1. The full name and address of the person or entity shipping said
machines;
2. The method of shipment and the name of the carrier;
3. The reason for transporting the machines;
4. The full name and address of the person or entity to whom the
machines are being sent and the destination of said machines if
different from such address;
5. The quantity of machines being shipped and serial number of each
machine;
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6. The expected date and time of shipment of the machines from their
point of origin;
7. The expected date and time of arrival of the machines at their
destination; and
8. The full name of the owner of the slot machines, if different than in Item #1
above. For leased games, the licensee should be listed as the owner.
A copy of the notification must accompany the slot machines during the shipment.
INSPECTION:
Prior to the removal of a machine(s) from the slot base the licensee shall verify and
certify that the following has been completed:
1. The machine's slot cash box was removed and transported to the
Count Room.
2. All meters have been read and recorded.
3. All Accounting and Security locks have been removed from the slot
machine and returned to the appropriate department.
STATE SEALS:
In the case of machines being shipped within the commonwealth the MGC Asset Tags
will remain intact.
NOTE:
IEB will be responsible for breaking any evidence tape or seals if
necessary
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For those machines that will be placed in an approved storage area within the
commonwealth and are subject to return to the casino floor at a later date, the
following procedures shall take place prior to removal of same.
1. Gaming seals and/or MGC Asset Tags will remain on the slot machines;
2. An additional gaming seal shall be affixed by IEB staff personnel in a
position between the lock side of the slot machine door and the side of the
cabinet (evidence tape should also be applied over the gaming seal). The
casino licensee may place clear packing tape over the evidence tape and
seal to prevent seal breakage. The machine may be wrapped in packing
tape;
3. To assure proper adhesion, the casino licensee shall clean the
applicable area of the door and cabinet with a liquid cleaner such as
acetone, alcohol, etc., before applying the seal; and
4. Each additional gaming seal affixed shall contain the following
information:
(a) name of casino/hotel complex;
(b) serial number of slot machine; and
(c) date seal was affixed.
If the gaming seal(s) placed between the lock side of the slot machine door and the side
of the cabinet are intact and not broken when the slot machine is returned to the floor an
IEB inspection will not be necessary.
MOVEMENT NOTIFICATION:
In all cases where the IEB office is not available for immediate notification the IEB
gaming agent on duty should be given the written movement notification.
MGC - Chief Information Officer, IEB - Assistant Director Gaming Agents and Division
Chief and IEB - Senior Supervising Gaming Agent should also be copied on the
movement notification.
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MACHINE MOVEMENT LOG
A copy of the Notification Log with an attached Slot Control Log shall be maintained by
the slot department in a binder or in an approved electronic storage format which will
serve as the Machine Movement Log which will serve as the Machine Movement Log.
PRINTS AND REPORTS:
As required by 205 CMR 145.01 the casino licensee shall be responsible for
submitting to the IEB the updated Slot Master List.
NOTE:
If any movement of slot machines requires a modification to the
authorization granted in the Certificate of Operation issued to the casino
licensee, prior to the movement of any machine, a formal petition
requesting that modification must be filed with and approved by the IEB.
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Section III: Slot Machines to Be Removed From the Casino Floor to an
Approved Storage or Repair Area within the Casino/Hotel Facility
SCOPE:
The procedures described in this section shall apply to slot machines being removed
from the casino floor to an approved storage or repair area within the casino/hotel
facility.
INSPECTION:
Prior to the removal of a machine(s) from the slot base the casino licensee shall certify
the following has been completed:
1. The machine’s slot cash box was removed and transported to the
Count Room as required.
2. All meters have been read and recorded
3. All Accounting and Security locks have been removed from the slot
machine(s) and returned to the Accounting and security Departments.
COMMONWEALTH TAGS AND SEALS:
For those slot machines that will be placed in storage and shall not be returned to the
casino floor at a future date the IEB Asset Tags will removed by the licensee and
returned to the IEB. The licensee will include documentation indicating the IEB Asset
Tag number and game serial with the tag.
NOTE:
Prior to removal, the IEB will be responsible for breaking any
evidence tape.
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For those machines that will be placed in an approved storage area and are subject
to return to the casino floor at a later date, the following procedures shall take place
prior to the removal of the same:
1. MGC Asset Tags will remain on the machines;
2. A gaming security seal shall be affixed by IEB staff personnel in a position
between the lock side of the slot machine door and the side of the cabinet.
The casino licensee may place clear packing tape over the evidence tape
and seal to prevent seal breakage. The machine may be wrapped in
packing tape
3. To assure proper adhesion, the casino licensee shall clean the
applicable area of the door and cabinet with a liquid cleaner such as
acetone, alcohol, etc., before applying the seal; and
4. Each additional gaming security seal affixed shall contain the
following information:
(a) name of the casino licensee
(b) MGC Asset Tag Number
(c) serial number of slot machine; and
(d) date seal was affixed.
5. If the gaming seal(s) placed between the lock side of the slot machine door
and the side of the cabinet are intact and not broken when the slot machine
is returned to the floor an IEB inspection will not be necessary.
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NOTIFICATION:
The casino licensee will provide the IEB or their designee with written notification for
the movement of the slot machine(s) 5 days in advance of the movement. The IEB or
their designee shall sign and/or stamp the Notification Log acknowledging receipt of
the notification. It will be the responsibility of the casino licensee to forward a copy of
the Notification Log to the IEB. If the IEB designee signs and/or stamps the notification
acknowledging receipt the designee should forward the notification to the IEB.
MACHINE MOVEMENT LOG:
A copy of the Notification Log with the attached Slot Control Log shall be maintained
by the Slot Department in a binder or approved electronic storage format which will
serve as the Machine Movement Log.
PRINTS AND REPORTS:
As required by 205 CMR 145.01 the casino licensee shall be responsible for
submitting to the IEB the updated Slot Master List.
NOTE:
If any movement of a slot machine requires a modification to the
authorization granted in the Certificate of Operation issued to the casino
licensee, prior to the movement of any machine, a formal petition
requesting that modification must be filed with and approved by the IEB
or its authorized designee.
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Section IV: Slot Machines to Be Removed From an Approved Storage or
Repair Area within the Casino/Hotel Facility to the Casino Floor
SCOPE:
The procedures described in this section shall apply to slot machines being removed
from an approved storage or repair area within the casino/hotel facility to an already
approved location on the casino floor.
POSSESSIONS:
By Licensee as described herewith.
NOTICE:
Prior to the removal of slot machines from an approved storage or repair area within
the facility to an already approved location on the casino floor, the casino licensee shall
provide written notification 5 days in advance of the movement to the IEB or their
designee. The IEB, MGC GTL and/or the CITL responsible for floor testing should be
copied on the Notification Log. If the machines were modified in any way while in
storage or repair, the casino licensee will be responsible for contacting the IEB, MGC
GTL and/or CITL to arrange for inspection of the machine(s) involved. The date and
name of the individual(s) contacted along with the scheduled inspection date shall be
recorded in the designated area of the Notification Log request.
If the machine(s) were not previously on the casino floor, refer to Section I.
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INSPECTION:
If an inspection is required for those machine(s) returning to an approved location(s)
on the casino floor from an approved repair area, the casino licensee will be
responsible for contacting the IEB, MGC GTL and/or CITL as required to arrange for
the inspection of the machines. The IEB shall be authorized to approve the use of the
slot machines.
NOTE:
It should be noted that in such cases the casino licensee will be
responsible for ensuring the slot machines comply with the approved
prototype. Any deficiencies uncovered by the IEB, MGC GTL or CITL
representative when the machine(s) are inspected may result in a formal
complaint being filed against the casino licensee by the IEB
For those machines returning to an approved location(s) on the casino floor from an
approved storage area, no inspection is necessary if the additional gaming
seal/evidence tape is intact; however, if the seal is missing or broken, inspection by
the IEB or designee will be required.
MOVEMENT AND USE APPROVAL:
The casino licensee will provide written Notification Log 5 da y s in advance of the
slot machine movement to the IEB or their designee. The MGC - Chief Information
Officer, IEB - Assistant Director Gaming Agents and Division Chief and IEB - Senior
Supervising Gaming Agent should be copied on the notification. If the machines
being placed on the casino floor require inspection(s), it will be the casino licensee’s
responsibility to contact the IEB, MGC GTL or CITL as required to arrange for the
inspection of the machines. The date and name of the individual(s) contacted along
with the scheduled inspection date shall be recorded in the designated area of the
Notification Log.
CCTV inspection will be completed and certified by the licensee’s Director of
Surveillance or their designee. The IEB or their designee will review and verify the
CCTV coverage. It should be noted that the IEB will decide if a CCTV inspection is
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necessary. The IEB shall be authorized to approve use of the slot machines.
NOTE:
It should be noted that in such cases the casino licensee will be
responsible for ensuring the slot machines comply with the approved
prototype. Any d eficiencies uncovered by the IEB when the machine(s)
are inspected may result in a formal complaint being filed against the
casino licensee by the IEB.
MACHINE MOVEMENT LOG:
A copy of the approved Notification Log with the attached Slot Control Log shall be
maintained by the Slot Department in a binder or an approved electronic format which
will serve as the Machine Movement Log.
PAYOUT PERCENTAGE SHEET CODE LOG:
The casino licensee shall be responsible for updating the Payout Percentage Sheet
Code Log.
PRINTS AND REPORTS
As required by 205 CMR 145.01 the casino licensee shall be responsible for
submitting to the IEB the updated Slot Master List.
NOTE:
If any movement of slot machines requires a modification to the
authorization granted in the Certificate of Operation issued to the casino
licensee, prior to the movement of any machine, a formal petition
requesting that modification must be filed with and approved by the
MGC.
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Section V: Approval of the Progressive Slot Machines Submission
SCOPE:
The procedures described in this section shall apply to the approval of progressive slot
submissions. (Thirty day review period.) Elements of a submission should include the
following:
1. Current PC Sheets;
2. Proposed PC Sheets; and
3. Cover letter summarizing the requested change.
NOTICE:
Prior to establishing or modifying progressive slot machines or making changes to a
previously approved Notification Log, progressive slot machine submission, the
casino licensee shall submit a written request Notification Log to the IEB. CCTV
inspection coverage will be certified by the licensee’s surveillance department. CCTV
coverage will be reviewed and verified by the IEB or their designee.
Attached to the Notification Log must be the new or revised request reflecting the new
locations, the number of machines being added/deleted from an existing progressive
link or any modification to an existing progressive unit.
The filing of a Notification Log shall be required for the following:
1.
Installing a progressive machine or link unit.
2.
Transferring a progressive jackpot.
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3.
Increasing the probability of winning the jackpot.
4.
Changing the reset amount.
5.
Changing the progressive controller/controller program (any
change/upgrade or servicing).
6.
Decreasing/increasing the denomination of the slot machine
NOTE:
When decreasing the denomination of an existing progressive, the
required wager to win the progressive jackpot cannot be increased, i.e.,
existing $.25 denomination progressive requires 3 coins ($.75) to win
progressive jackpot, if changing denomination to a $.05, then number of
coins required to win progressive cannot exceed 15 coins ($.75).
7.
Replacing the slot machine program with a program having the same
probability.
8.
Relocating a progressive controller.
9.
Increasing or decreasing the number of machines in a link
progressive unit.
10. Installing or removing a common progressive display unit.
11. Rate of Progression Changes.
12. Placing, changing or establishing a payout limit.
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NOTICE:
Items #8, #9, #10 and #11.
A formal approval letter will not be required on changes to a progressive slot machine
submission for Items #8, #9, #10 and #11. The casino licensee will submit the
appropriate paperwork detailing the change to the IEB for review. The casino
licensee will be responsible to arrange for inspection of the equipment and machines
as necessary.
NOTICE:
Item #12.
A formal approval letter from the IEB will be required on changes outlined in Item #12.
It requires the posting of a notice of not less than thirty days in advance of the
proposed changes.
Prior to modifying the machines, the appropriate procedures described elsewhere in
this manual shall be followed. See the appropriate sections for the
Movement/Reduction/Increase of progressive slot machines on the casino floor
(Section IX) or removing progressive slot machines from the casino floor once the
progressive jackpot has been awarded (Section X).
The approval letter from the IEB shall be attached to the request for the modification
if applicable
INSPECTION:
If any of the proposed changes require a modification to the authorization granted in
the Certificate of Operation issued to the casino licensee, a formal petition requesting
that modification must be filed with and approved by the MGC or its authorized
designee prior to implementation.
MULTI-CASINO PROGRESSIVE LINK UNIT OR PROGRESSIVE LINK WITH
MACHINES OF DIFFERENT DENOMINATIONS OR THAT REQUIRE DIFFERENT
MAXIMUM WAGERS TO HIT THE PROGRESSIVE JACKPOT
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The initial review and approval for a multi-casino progressive link unit or a progressive
link with machines of different denominations or that require different maximum
wagers as well as changes to such existing links will be reviewed and approved by the
IEB in conjunction with the MGC.
The casino licensee will submit to the IEB a Notification Log outlining the proposed
change for review and approval. Review by the IEB will not be necessary for Items #8,
#9, #10 and #11 listed above. The MGC - Chief Information Officer, IEB - Assistant
Director Gaming Agents and Division Chief and IEB - Senior Supervising Gaming Agent,
will be copied on the Notification Log.
The casino licensee shall submit the Notification Log to the IEB and MGC for review.
The changes outlined in Items #1 through #11 may be instituted at any time after
approval has been received from the IEB and the requisite inspections have been
obtained. The changes outlined in Item #12 requires the posting of a notice of not less
than 30 days on each of the progressive machines location(s) involved. Upon the
expiration of the time period, the approved changes must be made unless the IEB is
notified in writing prior to the expiration of the time period that the changes will not
occur. Any future request involving this machine will require a new Notification Log.
Nothing in this section shall preclude the casino licensee from removing progressive
slot machines from the casino floor in accordance with Section X of the manual. Prior
to implementing any progressive slot machine changes as detailed in this section, the
casino licensee shall contact the IEB, MGC GTL and/or CITL for related inspections as
required. The appropriate procedures described in Section IX of this manual shall be
followed.
See the appropriate sections of this manual for Movement/Reduction/ Increase of
progressive slot machines on the casino floor (Section IX) or removing progressive
slot machines from the casino floor once the progressive jackpot has been awarded
(Section X).
NOTE:
If any of the proposed changes require a modification to the
authorization granted in the Certificate of Operation issued to the casino
licensee, a formal petition requesting that modification must be filed with
the MGC or its authorized designee prior to implementation.
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DEFINITIONS:
AUTOMATIC RESET - The slot machine which hit the jackpot must be reset by the
key switch located on the side of the slot machine in order for the link progressive unit
to be reset. Only the slot machine involved in the jackpot locks up. No other keys are
necessary.
EXTERNAL RESET - External reset systems utilize a key switch which are externally
mounted on the slot stand to reset the link progressive unit. Every slot machine in
the link locks up when the jackpot occurs. In addition, the slot machine which hit the
jackpot must be reset by the key switch located on the side of the slot machine.
INTERNAL RESET - Internal reset systems require access to a double lock
compartment with keys held by the Commission and Casino Security in order to reset
the link progressive unit. Every slot machine in the link locks up when a jackpot
occurs. In addition, the slot machine which hit the jackpot must be reset by the key
switch located on the side of the slot machine
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NAME OF CASINO PROGRESSIVE SLOT
MACHINE SUBMISSION
DATE SUBMITTED:
TYPE OF PROGRESSIVE: LINK-SINGLE
METER
LINK-MULTI-METER
ALTERNATING HI/LO
DOUBLE
DOUBLE
SINGLE
No. of Meters (Circle One)
Manufacturer:
Model:
Location Number(s):
Asset Number(s):
as indicated on the attached blueprint
Locations with individual Progressive Display Meters:
Number of Machines:
Denomination:
Amount Wagered to Hit Top Progressive Jackpot:
Initial Rate of Progression(s):
Odds for Hitting Progressive Jackpot:
Multiple Progressive Meters: Yes
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Method of payment for each progressive Jackpot Level:
1)
All Hand Pays: Yes
No
Define Level:
2)
All awards go directly to the credit meter:
Yes
No
Define Level:
3)
Combination of hand pays and awards which go to the credit meter: Yes
No
Define Level:
Percentage Chip Number(s):
Date Code:
Secondary Chip Number(s):
Date Code:
Percentage Payout:
1st
6th
2rd
7th
3rd
8th
4th
9th
5th
10th
Initial Amount(s):
Reset Amount(s):
Payout Limit(s):
Time Limit(s):
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Number of Progressive Control Unit(s):
Location of Progressive Display Control Unit(s):
Manufacturer of Control Unit(s):
Model Number of Control Unit(s):
Progressive Control Unit EPROM:
If no CCOM, software program number that controls jackpot:
Individual or Entire Lockout :
Reset Type - Select One: AUTOMATIC
EXTERNAL
INTERNAL
Manufacturer of Display Unit:
Location and manner of installing each common display unit:
External Reset Switch: YES
If Yes Location:
NO
Key Controls:
Slot Machines:
EXTERNAL RESET SWITCH:
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Mixed Odds – Progressive Slot Machine Submission
February 2, 2015
Ms. Mary Jones Slot Manager Seabreeze Casino
Boston, MA
Dear Ms. Jones:
The MGC and the IEB has reviewed Seabreeze Casino Appendix E Submission dated January 20, 2015.
Specifically, Seabreeze seeks to establish a new IGT nine (9) machine progressive link.
Based on our review this letter will provide Seabreeze with formal approval for the following locations:
Locations 12-0501—12-0509
Model Number 5002
Program Chip # M0000650/P1050A
Number of Machines
9
Asset Numbers 5388-5396
Denomination $2.00
Rate of Progression
2.00%
Initial/Reset
$8,000.00
Jackpot Limit
None
Time Limit
No Limit
Controller
Paltronics
V4.00
A review of the key controls indicates that they are adequate. In addition, the link progressive unit will
have no payout or time limit.
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This approval is subject to the following conditions:
1.
That a satisfactory on-site inspection of the slot machine and progressive controller unit be
completed prior to the patron utilization;
2.
That the program and software be verified by the IEB or their designee in accordance with the
slot machine procedures manual prior to the slot machine being utilized for gaming activity;
3.
That the installation of the slot machines be in accordance with the Slot Procedures Manual;
4.
That a revised Slot Master List be submitted to the MGC and IEB reflecting all approved
progressive slot machines;
5.
That all slot reports be revised to reflect approved progressive slot machines and be submitted
to the MGC; and
6.
That all conditions of the MGC approval letter be completed prior to the machines being opened
for gaming activity.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact MGC - Chief Information Officer, IEB Assistant Director Gaming Agents and Division Chief and IEB - Senior Supervising Gaming Agent, or their
designee.
Sincerely,
Investigations and Enforcement Board
By:
IEB Representative
Massachusetts Gaming Commission
C: MGC - Chief Information Officer, John Glennon
IEB - Assistant Director Gaming Agents, Division Chief, Bruce Band
IEB - Senior Supervising Gaming Agent, Burke Cain
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Casino Name
Mixed Odds – Progressive Slot Machine Submission
Date Submitted:
Machine Manufacturer:
EPROM:
Denomination:
Max. Coin:
Top Award:
Reels:
Stops:
Total Combinations:
Hits:
Play to Hit:
Cost per Play:
Cost to Hit Jackpot:
Total No. of Mach. By Denomination:
Odds of Hitting Top Jackpot:
** Attach a listing of games in sequential order by denomination and zone location including asset
number.
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Rate of Progression Total:
_%
Primary
% Reserve
_%
Rate of Progression Range:
Initial Amount: $
Reset Amount/Range: $
Payout Limit: $
Top Award Combination:
Time Limit:
Number of Progressive Control Unit(s):
Location of Progressive Control Unit(s):
Manufacturer of Control Units(s) and Control Unit(s) Model:
Progressive Control Unit Programs:
Manufacturer of Display Unit(s):
Location and Manner of Installing of each Common Display Unit:
Keys Controls in Compliance with 205 CMR
Yes
No
If “No” Describe:
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Method of payment for each progressive Jackpot Level:
1)
All Hand Pays: Yes
No
Define Level:
2)
All awards go directly to the credit meter:
Yes
No
Define Level:
3)
Combination of hand pays and awards which go to the credit meter: Yes
No
Define Level:
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CERTIFICATION OF SURVEILLANCE
I hereby certify that I have reviewed the blueprint depicting the proposed locations for the progressive
slot machines requested herein and that the camera coverage for those locations is adequate to afford
proper surveillance.
Prior to the machines being opened for play, I will perform the necessary inspections to support my
certification.
Director Surveillance / CCTV or Designee
Title
Date
Required Verbiage for Associated Signage:
“The progressive jackpot on this machine is linked to slot machines of different denominations.
Although the odds of winning the jackpots are different for each denomination, they are the same for
the amount of money wagered in any denomination.”
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Section VI: Slot Machines Being Relocated From One Approved Location
to another Approved Location on the Casino Floor Excluding Progressive
Slot Machines
SCOPE:
The procedures described in this section apply to all slot machines being relocated
from one approved location on the casino floor to another approved location on the
casino floor, excluding progressive slot machines.
POSSESSION:
By licensee as described herewith.
NOTICE:
Prior to the movement of slot machines from one approved location on the casino
floor to another approved location on the casino floor, the casino licensee must
provide 5 day prior notice in writing via Notification Log to the IEB or their designee. If
the movement involves progressive slot machines, from one approved location to
another approved location, refer to Section IX. If the movement of the progressive
slot machines involves any additional changes and/or modifications, (i.e., reduce link,
change display meter, etc.) refer to Section V.
MOVEMENT AND USE:
Inspection of CCTV coverage is required for movements of all slot machines.
The Licensee will complete the necessary CCTV inspections and certify the CCTV
coverage is appropriate, if applicable. The IEB will review and verify that CCTV
coverage.
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If CCTV inspection is not required, a notation indicating "CCTV inspection not
required" shall be made on the Notification Log. It should be noted that the IEB must
review and verify that CCTV inspection is not required and indicate the results of such
verification on the Notification Log.
The casino licensee must provide 5 day prior notice in writing via Notification Log to
the IEB or their designee. Upon completion of the movement, approval for use will be
presumed by the casino licensee.
MACHINE MOVEMENT LOG:
A copy of the Notification Log with the attached Slot Control Log shall be maintained by
the slot department in a binder or in an approved electronic file format which will serve
as the Machine Movement Log.
PRINTS AND REPORTS:
As required by 205 CMR 145.01 the casino licensee shall be responsible for submitting
to the IEB the updated Slot Master List every 30 days.
NOTE:
If any proposed movement of slot machines requires a modification to the
authorization granted in the Certificate of Operation issued to the casino
licensee, prior to the movement of any machine, a formal petition
requesting that modification must be filed with and approved by the MGC.
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Section VII: Denomination and Percentage Modifications of Slot
Machines
SCOPE:
The procedures described in this section shall apply to denomination and percentage
modifications of slot machines.
NOTICE:
For denomination and percentage modifications the casino licensee shall submit a
written request Notification Log to the IEB.
If the modifications pertain to progressive slot machines, also refer to Section V.
MODIFICATION AND USE APPROVAL:
Denomination modifications are restricted to already approved denominations within the
Commonwealth only. If a denomination and/or percentage modification requires a RAM
clear and that the slot machine’s options must be reset an IEB gaming agent must be
notified prior to utilizing the machines for gaming.
For denomination modifications that do not require a RAM clear or game option
changes the casino licensee can assume approval to use. The IEB will retain the
right to inspect the machines at a later date. Any deficiencies uncovered by the IEB’s
inspection may result in a formal complaint.
The casino licensee will be responsible for contacting the IEB, MGC GTL and/or the
CITL to arrange for an inspection of the machines. The date and name of the
individual contacted along with the scheduled inspection date shall be recorded in the
designated area of Notification Log. The casino licensee must submit the completed
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request Notification Log to the IEB 5 days prior to the scheduled inspection.
The IEB or designee shall be authorized to approve the percentage modification upon
receipt of the completed request. Once any required inspections are complete the IEB
will be authorized to approve the use of the machines.
If the modification pertains to progressive slot machines, refer to Section V.
INSPECTION:
Prior to opening the machines to public gaming activity, IEB, MGC GTL and/or CITL
personnel will perform any inspections as required once the denomination and/or
percentage modifications have been completed.
MACHINE MOVEMENT LOG:
A copy of the approved request Notification Log with the attached Slot Control Log
shall be maintained by the Slot Department in a binder or an approved electronic
storage file which will serve as the Machine Movement Log.
PAYOUT PERCENTAGE SHEET CODE LOG:
The casino licensee shall be responsible for updating the Payout Percentage Sheet
Code Log.
PRINTS AND REPORTS:
As required by 205 CMR 145.01 the casino licensee shall be responsible for submitting
to the IEB the updated Slot Master List every 30 days
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Section VIII: Other Modifications of Slot Machines
SCOPE:
The procedures described in this section apply to other modifications not addressed
in this manual. Examples of other modifications would be physical and operational
modifications.
NOTICE:
The casino licensee shall submit a written request Notification Log to the MGC and
IEB for approval. If the modification has received approval through a manufacturer’s
request, the approval letter must be attached to the request. The request for other
modifications shall detail the proposed modifications and be accompanied by a print,
schematic, block diagram or machine analysis as needed.
MODIFICATION AND USE APPROVAL:
The casino licensee shall be responsible for contacting the IEB, MGC GTL and/or
CITL to arrange for an inspection of the machines. The date and name of the
individual contacted along with the scheduled inspection date shall be recorded in
the designated area of the Notification Log.
The casino licensee must submit the completed request Notification Log to the IEB 5
days prior to the scheduled inspection date.
The IEB in consultation with the MGC GTL and/or CITL shall be authorized to approve
the modification upon receipt of the completed request.
Once the IEB, MGC GTL and/or CITL has signed off on the Notification Log, the IEB
shall be authorized to approve the use of the machines.
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INSPECTION:
The IEB, MGC GTL and/or CITL must inspect the machines once the modifications
have been completed and prior to being opened for gaming activity.
MACHINE MOVEMENT LOG:
If the modification alters the information previously submitted on the Slot Control Log
then the approved request Notification Log with the attached Slot Control Log shall be
maintained by the Slot Department in a binder or an approved electronic storage file
which will serve as the Machine Movement Log.
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Section IX: Procedures for Progressive Slot Machines and Stand-Alones
Being Relocated From One Approved Location to another Approved
Location on the Casino Floor and/or the Reduction/Increase of
Machines in a Progressive Link
SCOPE:
The procedures described in this section apply to progressive slot machines being
relocated from one approved location to another approved location on the casino floor
and/or the reduction/increase of slot machines in a progressive link unit and the
movement of stand-alone progressive slot machines.
NOTICE:
Prior to the movement of progressive slot machines from one approved location to
another approved location or the reduction/increase of slot machines in a progressive
link unit the casino licensee must provide 5 day prior notice in writing Notification Log
to the IEB or their designee.
CCTV inspections will be completed and certified by the casino’s surveillance
department. The IEB will review and verify the CCTV coverage.
Attached to the Notification Log must be a revised sheet reflecting the new locations
and/or the reduction/increase in the number of machines. If the movement of
progressive slot machines involves any additional changes and/or modifications (i.e.,
change program EPROM, reducing/increasing link, change display), also reference
Section V. Multi-casino links and in-house progressive links may be reduced to
one machine per casino
INSPECTION:
The casino licensee will be responsible for contacting the IEB or their designee to
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arrange for any inspections of said machines. CCTV inspection will be completed and
certified by the casino’s surveillance department. The IEB will review and verify the
CCTV coverage. Inspection of CCTV is required for all movements of all
progressive slot machines.
All meters will be taken as required and the Progressive Jackpot amount will
be recorded on a progressive reset slip prior to the movement of the slot
machine and given to the IEB or their designee for verification.
MOVEMENT AND USE:
The casino licensee will be responsible for contacting the IEB or their designee to
arrange for the inspection of the machines. The date and name of the individual(s)
contacted along with the scheduled inspection date(s) shall be recorded in the
designated area(s) of the Notification Log. If CCTV inspection is not required, a
notation indicating “CCTV inspection not required” shall be made on the Notification
Log.
It should be noted that the IEB or their designee must review and verify that CCTV
inspection is not required and indicate the results of such verification on the
Notification Log. The casino licensee must submit a copy of the Notification Log to
the IEB or their designee prior to the scheduled inspection date(s), if applicable.
The IEB or their designee shall be authorized to approve the movement of the
progressive slot machines and/or the reduction/increase in the number of
progressive slot machines in a progressive link unit upon receipt of the completed
notification. Once the IEB or their designee, if required, has signed off on the
Notification Log, the IEB or their designee shall authorize the use of the machines. It
should be noted that approval to use a machine will not be given until any and all
deficiencies uncovered in the inspection(s) of the machine and CCTV inspection are
corrected.
MACHINE MOVEMENT LOG:
A copy of the Notification Log with the attached Slot Control Log shall be
maintained by the slot department in a binder or in an approved electronic
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storage format which will serve as the Machine Movement Log which will
serve as the Machine Movement Log.
PRINTS AND REPORTS:
As required by 205 CMR 145.01 the casino licensee shall be responsible for submitting
to the IEB the updated Slot Master List every 30 days
NOTE:
If the movement of the progressive slot machines requires a modification
to the authorization granted in the Certificate of Operation issued to the
casino licensee, prior to the movement of any machine, a formal petition
requesting that modification must be filed with an approved by the IEB or
their designee
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Section X: Progressive Slot Machines Being Removed From the Casino
Floor
SCOPE:
The procedures described in this section shall apply to progressive slot machines
being removed from the casino floor once the progressive jackpot amount has been
awarded to a winning patron.
NOTICE:
Twenty-four hours prior to removing progressive slot machines from the casino floor,
the casino licensee shall submit written Notification Log to the IEB or their designee.
The casino licensee shall also submit an approved Notification Log which provides for
either an entire link lockout at the time of the progressive jackpot hit or the return of the
progressive jackpot meter(s) to a static jackpot amount with a zero progression rate. If
the link must be modified to provide an entire link lockout, the procedures described in
Section XI should be followed. If the static jackpot is selected, another Notification
Log which approves the removal of the progressive feature(s) (pay glass, etc.) from
the link must also be submitted. In lieu of the entire link lockout or the use of a static
jackpot amount a transfer of the progressive liability may take.
INSPECTION:
Prior to the removal of a machine(s) from the slot base the casino licensee shall verify
and certify that the following has been completed:
1 The machine's slot cash box was removed and transported to the
Count Room.
2 All meters have been read and recorded.
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3 All Accounting and Security locks have been removed from the slot
machine and returned to the appropriate department.
STATE SEALS:
In the case of machines being shipped within the commonwealth the MGC Asset Tags
will remain intact.
NOTE:
IEB will be responsible for breaking any evidence tape or seals if
necessary.
For those machines that will be placed in an approved storage area within the
commonwealth and are subject to return to the casino floor at a later date, the
following procedures shall take place prior to removal of same.
1. Gaming seals and/or MGC Asset Tags will remain on the slot machines;
2. An additional gaming seal shall be affixed by IEB staff personnel in a
position between the lock side of the slot machine door and the side of the
cabinet (evidence tape should also be applied over the gaming seal). The
casino licensee may place clear packing tape over the evidence tape and
seal to prevent seal breakage. The machine may be wrapped in packing
tape;
3. To assure proper adhesion, the casino licensee shall clean the
applicable area of the door and cabinet with a liquid cleaner such as
acetone, alcohol, etc., before applying the seal; and
4. Each additional gaming seal affixed shall contain the following
information:
(a) name of casino/hotel complex;
(b) serial number of slot machine; and
(c) date seal was affixed.
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5. If the gaming seal(s) placed between the lock side of the slot machine door
and the side of the cabinet are intact and not broken when the slot machine
is returned to the floor an IEB inspection will not be necessary.
APPROVAL:
The IEB or their designee’s approval shall be indicated by his/her signature and the
date on the original Notification Log. It shall be the responsibility of the casino
licensee to forward a copy of the approved Notification Log to the MGC - Chief
Information Officer, IEB - Assistant Director Gaming Agents, Division Chief and IEB Senior Supervising Gaming Agent, within 24-hours after the removal of the
progressive slot machines from the casino floor. If the IEB or their designee receives
the notification, the designee shall forward the approved notification to MGC - Chief
Information Officer, IEB - Assistant Director Gaming Agents and Division Chief and
IEB - Senior Supervising Gaming Agent.
MACHINE MOVEMENT LOG:
A copy of the Notification Log with the attached Slot Control Log shall be
maintained by the slot department in a binder or in an approved electronic
storage format which will serve as the Machine Movement Log which will
serve as the Machine Movement Log.
PRINTS AND REPORTS:
As required by 205 CMR 145.01 the casino licensee shall be responsible for submitting
to the IEB the updated Slot Master List every 30 days
NOTE:
If any proposed movement of slot machines requires a modification to the
authorization granted in the Certificate of Operation issued to the casino
licensee, prior to the movement of any machine, a formal petition
requesting that modification must be filed with and approved by IEB or
their designee.
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Section XI: Slot Machine Prototype Approval
SCOPE:
The procedures described in this section shall apply to slot machine prototype
approval.
NOTICE:
The manufacturer or distributor shall submit a letter to the MGC and IEB of its intent to
submit a slot machine for prototype to the MGC GTL and/or CITL for approval. It should
be noted that the manufacturer must apply for licensure prior to submitting any product.
A copy of the request shall also be submitted to the IEB, MGC - Chief Information
Officer, IEB - Assistant Director Gaming Agents and Division Chief and IEB - Senior
Supervising Gaming Agent, for formal approval prior to the shipment of any prototype
product into the Commonwealth to the MGC GTL and/or CITL for testing. The IEB or
their designee shall advise the manufacturer/distributor when to submit a notice of
shipment. The MGC GTL and/or CITL shall acknowledge receipt of the prototype
shipment. Each manufacturer’s/distributors initial request for prototype approval
must be accompanied by a $500 permitting fee.
The notice of shipment shall be forwarded by the manufacturer/distributor in advance
to the MGC - Chief Information Officer, IEB - Assistant Director Gaming Agents and
Division Chief and IEB - Senior Supervising Gaming Agent.
Prior to transporting any slot machines into the Commonwealth, the
manufacturer, distributor, seller, or other person shipping such machines shall
notify the IEB in writing, of such shipment giving the following information:
1. The full name and address of the person or entity shipping said machines;
2. The full name and address of the owner of the machines if different than 1
above;
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3. The method of shipment and the name of the carrier or carriers;
4. The full name and address of the person or entity to whom the machines are
being sent and the destination of said machines if different from such address;
5. The quantity of machines being shipped, make and serial number of each
machine;
6. The expected date and time of shipment of the machines from their point of
origin;
7. The expected date and time of arrival of the slot machines at their
destination within this state; and
8. The port of entry, if any, of said machines.
Unless otherwise directed, these slot machines will be transported directly to the IEB,
MGC GTL and/or CITL as required.
Along with the shipment, a set of the prints, schematics, block diagram, circuit
analysis, payout percentage sheet, award glass facsimile and a
comprehensive and technically accurate description and explanation in both
technical and lay language of the manner in which the device operates and the
payout percentage is achieved. This description is to be signed under penalty
of perjury.
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Section XII: Destruction of Slot Machines
SCOPE:
The procedures described in this section shall apply to any slot machine being
destroyed in the Commonwealth.
NOTICE:
Prior to the destruction of any slot machine(s), the person or entity destroying the
machine(s) (i.e., manufacturer, distributor/representative or casino licensee) must send
a notice of destruction to the MGC - Chief Information Officer, IEB - Assistant Director
Gaming Agents and Division Chief and IEB - Senior Supervising Gaming Agent.
The above notice must contain the following information:
1. The full name and address of the person or entity destroying the
machines;
2. The place of destruction;
3. The method of destruction;
4. The quantity of machines being destroyed, the serial number of each
machine and the MGC Asset Tag number for each machine; and
5. The expected date and time of destruction of the machines.
The notice should be mailed sufficiently in advance of the destruction so that it will
be received by the MGC - Chief Information Officer, IEB - Assistant Director Gaming
Agents, Division Chief and IEB - Senior Supervising Gaming Agent. above at least
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five working days prior to the actual destruction of the machines.
The IEB or their designee will assign a gaming agent to monitor the actual
destruction of the machine(s). Immediately prior to the destruction of the slot
machine(s), the metal identification tag containing the slot machine serial number,
the MGC Asset Tag and any gaming seals will be removed and turned over to the
IEB staff personnel witnessing the destruction.
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Section XIII: Procedures for Slot Machine Payouts of Merchandise
SCOPE:
The procedures described in this section shall apply to the approval of merchandise
jackpot submissions. (All references to merchandise jackpots also refers to anything
of value.)
NOTICE:
The filing of a Notification Log shall be required for the following:
1. Installing a slot machine offering a merchandise jackpot;
2. Increasing the probability of winning the merchandise jackpot (requires prior
IEB approval);
3. Establishing a time limit for:
a. Decreasing the probability of winning the merchandise jackpot.
b. Increasing the denomination of the slot machine.
c. Changing the terms of the merchandise offering;
The following can be accomplished through modification paperwork:
4. Replacing the slot machine program with a program having the same
probability (requires prior IEB approval); and
5. Decreasing the denomination of the slot machine.
The casino licensee shall submit the Notification Log to the IEB along with blueprints
identifying the location and specifications of signs or displays (pay glass) as required
for approval. If a sign or the actual merchandise is displayed, the following must also
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be submitted as necessary: a Certification from the Director of Surveillance, an
Architectural and Engineering Certification concerning the structural integrity of the
suspension system(s) and a Sight-Line Analysis if required by the MGC. The casino
licensee must submit procedures which address the awarding of merchandise to a
patron. At a minimum, these procedures shall include the documentation given to the
patron at the time of the jackpot supporting the winning of the merchandise. The
receipt shall be a two-part form, at a minimum, one copy shall be issued to the patron
and one copy shall be agreed to the triplicate copy of the Payout Slip or stored data as
required.
A new slot machine offering a merchandise jackpot may be instituted at any time after
approval has been received from the IEB and the requisite inspections have been
obtained. The changes outlined in Item #3 a bov e requires the posting of a notice of
not less than 30 days in advance of the proposed changes. Upon expiration of the
time period, the approved changes must be made unless the IEB or their designee is
notified in writing prior to the expiration of the time period that the changes will not
occur. Any future request involving this machine will require a new Notification Log.
The Items in #4 and #5 above can be accomplished through modification paperwork
and the required inspections.
INSPECTIONS:
The casino licensee will be responsible for contacting the IEB to arrange for the
inspection of the slot machine(s) and/or review and verification of CCTV coverage, if
required. The date and names of the individuals contacted along with the scheduled
inspection dates shall be recorded in the designated areas of Notification Log.
If a slot machine inspection and/or CCTV inspection is not required, a notation
indicating “Slot machine inspection not required” and/or “CCTV inspection not
required” shall be made on the IEB contact line Notification Log. Is should be noted
that the IEB or their designee must indicate that a CCTV inspection is not required on
Notification Log.
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APPROVAL:
The approval letter from the IEB shall be attached to the Notification Log and
forwarded to the MGC - Chief Information Officer, the IEB - Assistant Director Gaming
Agents - Division Chief and the IEB - Senior Supervising Gaming Agent.Once the IEB
has signed off on Notification Log (if required), the IEB or their designee shall be
authorized to approve the opening of the slot machines and the use of the
merchandise jackpots.
In conjunction with Notification Log, the casino licensee must submit procedures which
address the awarding of merchandise to a patron. At a minimum, these procedures
shall include the documentation given to the patron at the time of the jackpot supporting
the winning of the merchandise. The receipt shall be a two-part form, at a minimum,
one copy shall be issued to the patron and one copy shall be agreed to the triplicate
copy of the Payout Slip or stored data as required.
A new slot machine offering a merchandise jackpot may be instituted at any time after
approval has been received from the IEB and the requisite inspections have been
obtained. The changes outlined in Item #3 a bov e requires the posting of a notice of
not less than 30 days in advance of the proposed changes. Upon expiration of the
time period, the approved changes must be made unless the IEB or their designee is
notified in writing prior to the expiration of the time period that the changes will not
occur. Any future request involving this machine will require a new Notification Log.
The Items in #4 and #5 above can be accomplished through modification paperwork
and the required inspections.
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MERCHANDISE OR JACKPOT SUBMISSION
Type of Machine: Link
Double
Single Non-Progressive (Circle One)
Slot Machine Manufacturer/Model Number(s):
_
Location Number(s) of Slot Machine(s):
Asset Number(s) of Slot Machine(s):
as indicated on attached blueprint
Number of Machine(s):
Denomination:
Rate of progression (if applicable):
%
Chip identification number(s):
Percentage Payout:
1st
3rd
5th
7th
9th
2nd
4th
6th
8th
10th
Winning combination that awards the merchandise or thing of value:
Attached is a facsimile of: Sign
Pay Glass
Other
N?A
(check one)
Name or brief description of merchandise or thing of value offered:
Equivalent cash value of merchandise or thing of value offered:
Does patron have option of receiving the cash equivalent in lieu of the merchandise or thing of value
offered? Yes
No
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Location of merchandise and/or sign which contains a brief description of the merchandise or thing of
value offered:
Manner of installing or placing merchandise on the casino floor:
The dates the merchandise or thing of value will be offered if a time limit is established:
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CERTIFICATION OF SURVEILLANCE
I hereby certify that I have reviewed the blueprint depicting the proposed locations for the placement of
merchandise requested herein and that the camera coverage for those locations is adequate to afford
proper surveillance.
Prior to the machines being opened for play, I will perform the necessary inspections to support my
certification.
Director Surveillance / CCTV or Designee
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Date
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Slot Machine Shipment Notification Template –
Manufacturer/Distributor or Casino Licensee
Notification of Gaming Device Movement
Date:
February 2, 2015
From: Vendor Name
Vendor Address
To:
Investigations and Enforcement Bureau
Massachusetts Gaming Commission
101 Federal Street, 12th Floor
Boston, MA 02110
As required by 205 CMR, the following information pertains to the expected shipment and transport of
gaming devices into/out of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The gaming devices involved in this
shipment are identified on the attached slot machine activity control log.
XX
•
New Gaming Device Shipment to Casino Licensee Facility
Are these Gaming Devices Permitted for Use? Yes:
Permit Number:
No:
N/A:
Shipment of Gaming Devices from Casino Licensee Facility
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Shipment and Transport Information
Full Name and Address of Shipper
Owner of Gaming Devices, if applicable
Method of Shipment and Name of Carrier(s)
Reason for Machine Transportation
Full Name and Address of Entity to Whom the
Machines are Being Shipped
Destination
Quantity of Gaming Devices to be Shipped
Expected Date and Time of Shipment
Expected Date and Time of Arrival
Jones Slot Company
11 Handle Drive
Jackpot, NV 89119
Slot Maker USA
Truck
Jones Slot Trucking Company
New Installation – Slot Machine Purchase
New Casino
11 Main Street
Boston, MA
Same as Casino Address
10
February 14, 2015
February 28, 2015
If you have any questions concerning the shipment of these gaming devices, please contact me at
<provide contact information here>.
Sincerely,
John Smith
Compliance Manager
Attachments
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Slot Machine Activity Notification Request Template – Casino Licensee
To:
IEB, MGC
From:
Mary Smith, Slot Manager
Date:
February 2, 2015
Subject:
Gaming Device Activity Notification
The New Casino is requesting to make the following changes to twelve (12) slot machines on the casino
floor as identified below and on the attached Gaming Device Control Log on February 3, 2015.
Slot Machine Movement
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Relocation of Existing Slot Machines on the Casino Floor
Relocation from a Storage Location to the Casino Floor
Relocation from the Casino Floor to a Storage Location
Installation of New Slot Machines to the Licensee’s Casino Floor (Shipment)
Removal / Transport of slot machines from the Licensee’s Facility (Shipment)
Machine Theme Conversion
Denomination Change
Other Machine Modification
Percentage Change
Description of Modification:
This request necessitates the following changes:
• Machine graphics change
• Game software change
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Does the request involve Progressive Slot Machines?
Yes:
No:
Does the request involve Merchandise or a Thing of Value?
Yes:
No:
Will a RAM Clear be Required?
Yes:
No:
Will Game Options be Re-Programmed?
Yes:
No:
EFT Enabled?
Yes:
No:
E-drop Enabled?
Yes:
No:
Gaming Device Inspection Required?
Yes:
No:
Gaming Device Breakdown, after the movement
The machine breakdown, after the movement, is summarized below:
JONES
APPLE
CHERRY
PLUM
TOTAL
%
.25
.50
1.00
5.00
5
4
0
0
0
7
15
5
0
0
25
5
0
0
10
0
5
11
50
10
6.5%
14.5%
65.8%
13.2%
Total
9
27
30
10
76
%
11.8%
35.5%
39.5%
13.2%
IEB Representative Contacted
100.0%
Date
Date of
Inspection
Notification received by:
IEB
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Date
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Evidence Tape Intact (if applicable)?
Yes:
No:
N/A:
Slot Machine Inspection Required?
Yes:
No:
CCTV Inspection Required?
Yes:
No:
Approval for Change:
IEB or Designee
Date
Certification of Licensee
Accounting Meter Recorded
Yes:
No:
N/A:
Licensee
Cash Boxes Removed/Replaced
Yes:
No:
Cash Boxes Transported to/from Yes:
Countroom
No:
Accounting and Security Locks
Installed/Removed
No:
Certification of Completion and
Slot Machine Readiness:
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Yes:
Title
Date
N/A:
Slot Technician Supervisor
Date
Slot Technician Supervisor
Date
Locksmith
Date
N/A:
N/A:
Slot Shift Manager or Designee
Date
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CCTV Inspection Completed By:
CCTV Coverage Reviewed and
Verified By:
CCTV / Surveillance Designee
Date
IEB or Gaming Agent Designee
Date
Approval for Use:
IEB or Designee
Date
Attachment
C: MGC - Chief Information Officer, John Glennon
IEB - Assistant Director Gaming Agents, Division Chief, Bruce Band
IEB - Senior Supervising Gaming Agent, Burke Cain
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Slot Machine Control Log Guidelines – Casino Licensee
SCOPE:
The guidelines described in this section shall apply to the required slot machine
control logs.
NOTICE:
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission requires that a slot control log be included
with all required slot machine submission documents, slot machine activity requests and
MGC approvals. It is the responsibility of each casino licensee to comply with the
Massachusetts Gaming Commission requirements to provide current and accurate slot
machine and CMS information. The information provided on the slot control log will be
used to populate and continuously update the MGC CMS slot file. This will ensure that
the CSM slot file is accurate and up to date and the reliability of communication
between the all slot machines and the MGC CMS.
PROCESS:
Each slot control log will be made up of a series of columns that contain specific
information needed to populate the MGC CMS slot file. These columns must be
arranged in a specific order so that each of the data fields align with the import
requirements for the CMS. Each row must contain all the required information that
makes up the individual slot machine record within the CMS slot file. All fields which
make up the individual slot records on the slot control log are required and must be
complete unless otherwise noted.
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Below is a Sample Format string of data elements imported to the CSM slot file. It
shows the CMS name and the order needed to properly import these data fields.
serial_num|entity_status_id|state_asset_id|vendor_model|venue_asset_id|conn
ect_type_id|SC_serial_num|ret_num|vlt_terminal_id|position|vlt_config|rom_set
|game_set|cpu_addr|card|cable|zone|bank|smoking|etable|
Below is a detailed list of the required data fields for the slot control log. Included are
their relative size, data requirements for each field and a brief descriptions of the field’s
contents and use. The order in which they are listed matches the order of the Sample
Format string shown above.
Please see the sample slot control log template for the specific column sequence.
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Slot Machine Serial Number - 16 character alphanumeric field. Manufacturer’s
serial number
Status – 1 numeric character, slot machine system status. 1=active (on floor),
2=inactive (off floor)
State Asset Tag Number - 16 character alphanumeric field. MGC assigned Asset
Tag Number. Ex. P-oo21
Slot Machine Model Number - 50 character alphanumeric field. Model information
supplied by manufacturer
Slot Machine Asset Number - 6 character alphanumeric field. Licensee assigned
Slot Machine / Asset Number
Connection type=2 – 2 digit numeric field. System connection identifier always
equal to 2 unless otherwise determined by the MGC.
Multi Terminal Site Controller (MTSC) Serial Number - 16 character alpha
numeric field. Unique serial number for the particular Multi Terminal Site
Controller connected to specific slot machines. Required for proper system
communication. Part of the CMS slot machine address.
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Casino ID Retailer number – 6 character alphanumeric field. Identification
number assigned to a specific licensee property by MGC. Should be the same for
all slot records.
Terminal identifier – 50 character alphanumeric field. Not used for SAS venues.
THIS FIELD SHOULD BE LEFT BLANK.
Slot Location Bank Position - 10 character alpha numeric field. Location of slot
machine on a slot bank. Must be unique for each bank.
VLT Configuration - 50 character alpha numeric field. This will be determined by
the Protocol version used by the slot terminal. IGT will provide these
configuration names
Rom set - 50 character alpha numeric field. EPROM Software number supplied
by manufacturer. Both Rom set and Game set must be populated.
Game set - 50 character alpha numeric field. Supplemental / Secondary EPROM
Software number supplied by manufacturer. Both Rom set and Game set must
be populated.
CPU address - THIS FIELD SHOULD BE LEFT BLANK.
MTSC Card Number - 6 character numeric field. Slot machine connection to the
MTSC. The specific card number installed in the MTSC associated with a specific
slot machine. Part of the CMS slot machine address.
MTSC Cable Number - 6 character numeric field. Slot machine connection to the
MTSC. The identification number for the cable connection between the slot
machine and the card installed in the MTSC associated with that specific slot
machine. Part of the CMS slot machine address.
Slot Location Zone Identifier - 50 character alpha numeric field. Casino floor
section or area of slot machine location.
Slot Location Bank Identifier - 50 character alpha numeric field. Casino floor bank
number of slot machine location
Smoking Flag – 1 alpha character field. Identifies a smoking or non-smoking area
on the casino floor. Y=yes smoking, N=no non-smoking.
Electronic Table Flag - 1 alpha character field. Denotes electronic table games
from standard slots. Y=yes, N=no. May be used in conjunction with the VLT
configuration field.
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