Overview

The AGS Roulette Signage is a graphical display for the Roulette table game play that can be used with any standard Roulette wheel. Functioning as an information hub, it displays game information and computer graphics.

Basic Game Play

Game play begins when the roulette wheel is spun. The ball is then put in play by the dealer and an animation plays that wishes the payers good luck. After the ball has slowed down to a pre- configured rate, and animation plays that indicates no more bets are allowed. Once the ball lands on a winning number, it is read by a reader head on the Roulette wheel. The winning number is displayed in the game history column of the graphics display, and then a series of game statistics are display. The game statistics show which play areas on the table are winners, as well as display odds and hot numbers.

Required Tools

• Phillips-head screwdriver

• Power or cordless drill with 1/8 drill bit

• Hole saw or spade bit 1.5 inches diameter

• 2.5 mm Hex key

• USB Keyboard

• USB Mouse

• 5/64 Hex key to adjust TCS Gold Reader Head

System Components

The AGS Roulette Signage consist of the following components:

• C21-00002 - Order using a Sotware order (just like a Progressive Controller for slots) as the controller needs to be imaged before it ships. Logic Module GPH81E v-1.0 WT PSU IBASE

• C105007 - Monitor LCD 29” Display Double -Sided

• C140227 - Keypad Bonus Spin OEM-1422-AGS1 211992

• C035144 – Null Modem Cable for Abbiati Reader

• C40-00374 – Serial to TCS Wheel adapter (optional) C55-00124 Power supply for adapter.

• C??????? - Gold reader

• C35-00007 – Magnetic Keypad Mount

• C13089 - Hardware Kit

Hardware

Logic Module

The AGS Roulette Signage is controlled by the GPH81E Logic Module. It controls the LCD display, keypads, and roulette wheel reader head. The following picture shows the Logic Module.

LCD Display

The LCD display shows game information and media selections. The picture below shows a representative image of the LCD display and specification of the LCD display. The 29-inch LCD is powered by a 12v power supply.

Keypad

The keypad provides an interface for input for the Roulette Signage. It is connected to the Logic module via a USB connection.

Reader Head & Cable Configurations

Logging In

log into the controller the user name is:

Admin and AGS@123

Admin and AGSTechsOnly!

TCS Gold

You may need to go into Device Manager and find the correct ComPort for the reader head. In the picture below it is set to comm 9, your device may get assigned to a different number. Once you find the ComPort number make sure to select it in the software. In the picture below the device is running on COM9.

TCS Saturn

TCS Saturn roulette wheel reader has 3 sensors built into the wheel to read the ball and numbers.

Abbiati

The Abbiati ball reader head is installed on the top of the roulette wheel.

The Abbiati Basic Roulette head readers are powered by a 5v power adapter connected to a GFIC certified 110-120 VAC. The TCS Saturn roulette head reader adapter is connected to the USB ports which provide a constant 5 volts.

Installation

This section describes how to install the components of the AGS Roulette Signage. The components may include:

• GPH81E Logic Module (with power supply)

• LCD display (with power supply and mini display cable)

• Display mounting plate (with screws)

• Display extension tubes

• 10-buton USB keypad

• Roulette wheel reader head (with power adapter and Null modem cable) Abbiati Reader only

• 5V Power supply -Abbiati Reader only

• COMM-to-TSC board – TSC Saturn wheel only

• Micro USB to USB cable – TSC Saturn wheel only

  Refer to the procedures on the following pages for the installation of the system hardware.

The Logic Module is typically mounted to the underside of the Roulette table with the supplied mounting screws. It is recommended to mount the controller to the underside of the table to keep people from kicking the controller and or pulling the cables out. Figure below shows the logic module mounting measurements.

To install the Logic Module

1. Determine the best location under the Roulette table for the Logic Module. Some things to consider before mounting the logic module are the distance from the LCD display, power supply and power outlet so that all cords and cables can reach the Logic Module.

2. Mark the location of the holes.

3. Partially install the screws into the holes.

4. Set the unit on the screws.

5. Tighten the screws to secure the unit to the table.

Install LCD Display

The LCD Display is mounted on the Roulette table by using the included mounting bracket and mounting tubes. The display can be mounted to the side of the table or directly on top.

To install the LCD display

1. Determine where the LCD display will be positioned. If mounting to the side of the table, secure the mounting bracket to the underside of the table using provided screws and then proceed to step 6.

2. Mark and cut a 1.5-inch hole through the table at the desired mounting location.

3. Position the pole stand over the 1.5 inch hole.

4. Mark the hole positions for all the mounting screws.

5. Using the marks as a guide, drill small pilot holes for the screws.

6. Attach the telescoping tube to the bottom of the LCD display. The end of the tube is

   threaded and screws into the bottom of the display.

7. Attach the Pole Stand to the bottom of the telescoping tube.

8. With a second person assistance. Run the display’s cables through the hole and secure the

   display to the table with the screws that are provided.

9. When tightening the Telescoping pole, you may need to add a small amount of grease to the

   threads.

Connecting the Keypad

The Keypad is connected to the Controller PC through the USB port. Ensure there are no obstructions when installing the wire for maximum length.

Grounding

1. Attach the grounding wire from the display and connect it to the ground stud on the power supply.

2. Attach the grounding wire of the power supply to one of the screws on the controller.

Powering on the Logic Module

The Logic Module is powered by simply connecting its power supply cord. It does have a small black power button in the center of the controller. The controller is set to power on when power is applied. In the even it does not start right away, press the power button.

Turning off the Logic Module

Disconnect the power cord from the Logic Module or unplugged the power cord from the outlet.

Configuration

Initial Configuration

All Roulette Signage logic modules are configured per order. Once the application loads, the following image will display.

Security levels

The AGS Roulette Signage has two levels of security to control who can access the menus and commands. 

Level 1 Operator

The Operator security level is the lower level that allows only access to basic gameplay functions of the sign. The Operator’s default login ID is 1111.

Level 2 Administrator

The Administrator security level is the highest level of security and is given to the Administrator account.  The Administrator has access to every menu and option and has no restrictions.  The Administrator’s default login ID is 4444.

Keypad and Menu Operation

The login menu is accessed by pressing any button on the keypad, followed by the login code and the ‘Ent’ button to confirm the entry.

Logging In

To log on via the keypad:

1. Press any key on the keypad.

2. When prompted, enter the number the number 1 four times.

Logging Out

To log off vial the keypad:

1. Press the any key on the keypad and press 1111 and the Ent key.

2. To logout press zero on the keypad when at the main menu.

The Admin code is needed for various authorizations throughout several menus in the system, including Manual Entry or Replacement of winning number results.

Authorization screens will always prompt regardless of the login level of the currently logged in user. Logging in and operating the system as an Admin will not bypass authorization prompts when needed.

Keypad Navigation

The AGS Roulette Signage keypad allow you to navigate through the Roulette Signage menus and perform several important tasks.  The keypad has 12 multi-function keys.  The following picture shows the layout of the keypad. Tap the respective key that corresponds with the desired menu choice.

Main Menu

The Main Menu is the first menu that appears after logging into the system.

Table 6: Main Menu

Layouts Menu

Layout options include activating and deactivating specific features on the sign. By hitting the corresponding number on the keypad, you can toggle the visibility of each feature. These include: Min Max, Hot Cold, Red/Black – Odd/Even, Dozens, Logo, Ads. Odd Even and Red Black are related and can ONLY be toggled together.

Ads and Logos are customizable options AGS Engineering can configure and place in the appropriate format. They can then be toggled by the user as desired. Ad features will show in the space above Min Max and replace Dozens.

After the desired selections are made via keypad you can commit to those changes by hitting

“9” and view them onscreen. To exit ANY menu hit “0” and the “ENT” key at any time. To

EXIT the Main Menu hit “0”.

Settings Menu

The settings menu will allow you to toggle the sign between a Single Ball or Double Ball display. Please Note: Double Ball requires a compatible wheel/ ball reader setup independent of the AGS sign system.

You can set different types of Ball Readers and the Com port the reader is being connected to from this menu. Supported readers are:

• TCS – Saturn Wheels with In-Rim ball reader (Newer protocols not supported, needs v2.0 or earlier)

• GLD – Huxley Gold mountable reader head

• ABB – Abbiati mountable reader head

• GKT – Cammegh Gkit mountable reader head, Slingshot automated wheel, or Cammegh wheel with in-rim sensor (Triple Zero “000” protocol not supported)

Dealer Change option – Toggles a three-dash icon “---” on the results board to show players when a dealer change has occurred at the table.

CA layout option – Enables California style manual entry for casinos not using a traditional roulette wheel for game outcomes. When enabled, the Manual Entry menu will no longer require authorization for each new result entered. Also enables the Countdown timer on the sign (Shot Clock).

Stats Range – Toggles the amount of historical winning numbers referenced in the Layout statistics windows. Ranges from 100 – 500 previous results history. Save the desired settings by hitting “9” on the keypad.

Wheel Stats Menu

This screen will show a detailed breakdown by each number on the wheel. These wheel stats are independent of the Stats range setting from the Settings menu and will accrue results until cleared. This screen is used to determine potential wheel bias and should have its Stats reset any time a new wheel is being used on the table.

Please Note: This screen only logs results as issued by a ball reader on a traditional Roulette setup. CA style manual entry will not log results to this screen.

Open Close Menu

This screen will allow you to toggle the table as Open and available for gameplay or Closed for play and will show a screensaver animation with a “Table Closed” message. Note: The screensaver animation is only shown when the system is set for Traditional Style roulette. When set to CA style, the display will just show a “Table Closed” message on the sign.

You can also set the table Minimum and table Maximum (Min/Max) values here.

Table 10: Open Close

Manual Entry Menu

This screen will allow you to Delete or Replace the last result on the sign, typically used in case of an invalid spin generating a result, or a misread result from the ball reader.

New results can also be added through the Add Result option. When toggling on Add Result to enter a new winning number, press the 3 key on the keypad to toggle on, then press Ent on the keypad to enter the result:

Enter the winning number on the New Entry screen and press Ent to send the result to the sign.

When the sign is set in CA style, you will not see the New Entry number pad and the Dealer Terminal menu will disappear. Once you’re pressed Ent from the Add Results option, you will be able to continuously enter new results without needing to re-enter this menu.

The Manual Entry screen will also allow you to Clear All results from the sign and start off with a fresh set of results. This also clears Stats referenced in the Layout menu.

Table 11: Manual Entry

Theme Menu

This screen will allow you to change various color or Holiday themes for the sign, or change the avatar type for the Ball Guy animations.

There are 5 default background color options: Blue, Red, Green, Yellow, and Black.

Casinos may wish for their background color to as closely match the casinos color theme or felt layouts on the table as possible.

There are 4 available Holiday themes as well. These themes will use the default background color set and will add some additional Holiday specific animations and Ball Guy avatars to the sign.

Available holiday themes: Valentine’s Day, Independence Day, Halloween, and Christmas.

Ball Guy Theme Override can set a different Ball Guy avatar when not using Holiday themes or can be used to override the default holiday avatar with one of the other Ball Guy options.

Available Ball Guy avatars: Default (None), Vegas Golden Knights Helmet, Foxwoods Poker Chip, Legends Poker Chip, Montreal Canadiens Player.

Table 12: Theme

California (CA Style) Roulette

When configured in the Settings menu, CA style Roulette will allow the sign software to operate differently from traditional. Instead of game outcomes being sent by a ball reader automatically, for CA style games where Cards determine game outcomes, dealers will need to manually enter results into the sign with the Keypad.

Enabling this setting will allow Casino’s to use a custom branded background image for the sign, rather than the Roulette Wheel animations with the running Ball avatar.

This setting will also allow for Triple Zero (000) to be enabled for Manual Entry (Traditional roulette only supports Single Zero (0) or Double Zero (00) wheels). Enabling Triple Zero is done in the Layout menu, but this option is only enabled when the sign is set to CA Layout in the Settings menu.

CA Layout will allow Manual Entry to be done for results without prompting for authorization for each entry. Once set to CA style and the Triple Zero option enabled (if needed), users can go into the Manual Entry menu:

Pressing “3” to Add Result, then pressing “Ent” to enter the results window will clear the menu and allow for results to be entered.

Users will enter the keypad number for the result outcome of the game, then press “Ent” to push the result to the sign. Pressing “Ent” again will start a countdown timer on the sign showing players how long they have left to place bets for the next round. Pressing “Ent” again while the timer is counting down, will reset the timer back to its starting time and will restart the countdown. This can be done to allow players more time to place wagers if they need.

Issues and Errors