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Setup and Configuration

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KITTY CASH™
Setup and Configuration

Rev. 1.2_en

Rel. March 2014

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KITTY CASH™ – Setup and Configuration 2


Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2. Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.2 The Concept . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.3 Bonus Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.3.1 KITTY CASH BONUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.3.2 MYSTERY CAT BONUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4 Hardware Components / Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
2.4.1 KITTY CASH Link Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.4.2 Merchandising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
2.5 General Configuration Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.5.1 Configuration USB Flash Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.5.2 Initial Setup - Game Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.5.3 Progressive Calculation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
2.5.4 Jackpot Handpays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

3. Hardware Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1 KITTY CASH Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
3.2 Media Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
3.2.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
3.2.2 Connect Signage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
3.2.3 Connect Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) . . . . . . 15
3.2.4 Connect Network Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
3.2.5 Connect Gaming Machines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
3.2.6 Connect Cabinet Fan (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.3 Network Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
3.3.1 Connect Gaming Machines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
3.3.2 Connect Media Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
3.4 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
3.4.1 Connect mains cable to UPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.4.2 Connect UPS to Media Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

4. Software Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.1 Star|JACKPOTS² . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
4.1.1 Start Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
4.1.2 Create new Jackpot Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
4.1.3 Activate Jackpot Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
4.1.4 Edit Jackpot Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
4.1.5 Update Jackpot Controller Configuration File . . . . . . .25
4.1.6 Suspend Jackpot Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
4.1.7 Delete Jackpot Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.1.8 Edit Progressive Jackpot Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4.1.9 Edit Hidden Jackpot Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

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4.2 KITTY CASH Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32


4.2.1 Start EGD_GD_SETTINGS Application . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.2.1.1 Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
4.2.1.2 Base Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
4.2.1.3 Display Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
4.2.1.4 Display Specific . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
4.2.2 Return to Windows® Desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
4.2.3 Restart KITTY CASH Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

5. Gaming Machine Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39


5.1 Asset Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
5.2 Celebration Limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
5.3 Jackpot Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
5.4 Jackpot Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

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1. Introduction

1. Introduction
1.1 About this Manual
Scope
This document describes how to set up and configure a KITTY
CASH™ link. It describes how to set up the participating gam-
ing machines and how to link them.

Target Audience
We address qualified technical personnel, who are involved in
setup and configuration of a KITTY CASH link. With this user
group we assume that they are basically computer literate and
familiar with gaming machine and progressive jackpot termi-
nology.
Please read this document carefully before you start the set-
up, to avoid incorrect configuration.

Related Publications
More detailed information about installation, basic setup and
operation of GTECH gaming machines can be found in the fol-
lowing publications:

• Cabinet Manual
Cabinet Manual – SPIELO OXYGEN™
Cabinet Manual – SPIELO OXYGEN™ SLANT

• Software and Basic Setup Manual


(Please refer to the manual version that corresponds to a
certain game software version)
Software Manual – sensys EP™ D5.0.x-D5.1.x

• Star|JACKPOTS²
Star|JACKPOTS² Control User Manual

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2. Overview

2. Overview
2.1 Preface
The KITTY CASH™ multi-level progressive link is based on the
internationally recognized brand «Artlist Collection The Cat™»
from artlist Inc.

The KITTY CASH support titles are available as a multigame


suite on the SPIELO OXYGEN™ cabinet.

KITTY CASH is driven by GTECH´s System Gaming Protocol


(SGP). The SGP is based on the G2S® protocol and enables the
communication between the gaming machines and the jack-
pot controller (Star|JACKPOTS²).

The Star|JACKPOTS² server is installed on a media controller (a


customized barebone) delivered by GTECH.

The progressive jackpot is automatically displayed via an on-


screen meter (SPIELO OXYGEN dual screen technology) and
one or more LCD displays.

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2. Overview

2.2 The Concept


The KITTY CASH™ multi-level, multigame progressive link is
based on the internationally recognized brand «Artlist Collec-
tion The Cat™» from artlist Inc. The KITTY CASH support titles
are available as multigame suite on the SPIELO OXYGEN™ cab-
inet.

• Multi Level
Win one out of four progressive jackpot level during the
KITTY CASH BONUS.

Multi Jackpot Level

• Multi Game
There are four «The Cat» themed games as multigame
suite available:


Multi Game – Game Selector

KITTY CASH offers the action of two bonus rounds, the MYS-
TERY CAT BONUS and the KITTY CASH BONUS.

KITTY CASH has been designed with the regular players in


mind, who can appreciate the chance of hitting a jackpot on a
more frequent basis. Each time the players get into the KITTY
CASH BONUS, they have a reasonable chance of hitting the
highest jackpot.

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2. Overview

2.3 Bonus Features


All game titles provide a game themed freegames bonus,
­KITTY CASH BONUS and the MYSTERY CAT BONUS feature.

2.3.1 KITTY CASH BONUS


The KITTY CASH BONUS is a four-level progressive jackpot
triggered by a scattered symbol combination on reels 2, 3 and
4 during the base game or freegames bonus feature:

Enter KITTY CASH BONUS and win one


in base game
of the four progressive jackpot level
Enter KITTY CASH BONUS and win one
in freegames
of the four progressive jackpot level

Additionally the KITTY CASH BONUS can be awarded by the


MYSTERY CAT BONUS, see section 2.3.2 MYSTERY CAT BONUS.

The KITTY CASH BONUS can be triggered with any bet, but
higher bets in the base game provide better chances of win-
ning higher jackpots.

In the bonus feature the player has to choose one of the sev-
en cats. The chosen cat is assigned to one of the four jackpot
level. Once a jackpot level has achieved three cats the KITTY
CASH BONUS is finished and the respective progressive level
is won.

KITTY CASH BONUS – Choose your lucky CAT!

KITTY CASH BONUS – GRAND Jackpot level win

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2. Overview

2.3.2 MYSTERY CAT BONUS


The MYSTERY CAT BONUS is awarded randomly and can occur
after every single game, including freegames.

The MYSTERY CAT BONUS awards either a credit win or the


­KITTY CASH BONUS.

MYSTERY CAT BONUS – Credit win

MYSTERY CAT BONUS – KITTY CASH BONUS

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2. Overview

2.4 Hardware Components / Package


KITTY CASH packages are available tailored to customer needs. The normal recommendation for a KITTY
CASH core package consists of:
• KITTY CASH multi-game suite.
• KITTY CASH signage including bright LCD display.
• Linked Gaming Kit:

MEDIA CONTROLLER
2402593-04 1 Jackpot & Media Controller XH61 V2 including external power supply, Configuration USB flash drive,
operating system, Star|JACKPOTS2 and KITTY CASH display soft-
ware.
1303943-01 1 Bracket, Mounting, Shuttle PC –
1002541-01 1 Screw, Mach, Pan Washer Hd Phil, M3x6 –
1002539-01 4 Screw, Typping, M3.5x9.5mm, DIN7981B –
1205131-01 120mm VELCRO Hook (88) W=1" Black W/ 0172 ADH –
1204044-01 5 Cable Tie 6/6 Nylon 8" (white) –

MEDIA CONTROLLER VENTILATION


65049877 1 ASP Fan 12V / 2,5W typical 119x25 BAM –
65051401 2 Fan Grill for 120mm Fan black –
65058121 4 Screw C´snk Hd M4x60 DIN965A/H black –
65058138 4 Screw C´snk Hd M4x30 DIN965A/H black –
65003146 8 Nut lf Lock M4 DIN985 ZN-bl –
65003147 4 Washer Flat M4 DIN9021 ZN-bl –
65001064 2 CblClip 4.8-17.3 adh. –
65058994 1 Cable Flex Media-Controller MCW7 /Fan –

UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLY


65060235 1 Back-UPS CS 350VA 110V #00 110V model
65040396 1 Back-UPS CS 350VA 230V #00 230V model

POWER CABLE
1602434-01 2 Cable Power10A/250V BS 1363/A TO C13 3m for example only! Depending on country the power cable can
vary.
1602527-01 1 Cable Power 2.5A/250V C18 to C7 adapter for non 2-pin euro plug power cable

SWITCH
67501116 1 Switch 24 NetGear JFS524-100EUS –

PATCHCABLE
67500533 1 Patchcable CAT5E FTP 24AWG HF 2m red –
65059912 – Patchcable 5m CAT5E SFTP AWG26 black Rule: 1 cable per machine in the link.
67500531 – Patchcable 12m CAT5E SFTP AWG26 black Depending on link size the cable length may vary from 5-12m.

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2. Overview

2.4.1 KITTY CASH Link Sizes

MINIMUM LINK SIZE 4 machines


RECOMMENDED LINK SIZE 6 - 12 machines *
* link up to 150 machines (technical limit = 150) for detailed information contact your local sales representative.

2.4.2 Merchandising
KITTY CASH features an exciting merchandising and signage
package that stands out on the casino floor and attracts play-
ers to its thrilling 4-level dynamic bonus link. Customized sig-
nage and merchandising options are available to suit every
venue and budget.
Please contact your local sales representative for detailed in-
formation.

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2. Overview

2.5 General Configuration Notes


When configuring a KITTY CASH installation, there are a few
things to consider:

2.5.1 Configuration USB Flash Drive


The configuration USB flash drive contains a customer spe-
cific game configuration that is predetermined during order
processing. Depending on the configuration presets and ju-
risdiction the menu settings are adjustable afterwards. If you
want to change a fixed setting, please contact your local sales
representative.
To perform an initial setup configuration the configuration
USB flash drive is mandatory! The configuration USB flash
drive is connected to one of the USB ports located at the logic
box.

2.5.2 Initial Setup - Game Configuration


The game configuration settings are predetermined during
order processing and can not be altered afterwards. If an al-
teration becomes necessary, please contact your local sales
representative.

2.5.3 Progressive Calculation


The KITTY CASH progressive parameters are calculated by
means of the Progressive Calculation Sheet. To ensure proper
configuration the progressive calculation parameters are pre-
determined during order processing and can not be altered
afterwards. If an alteration of the progressive parameters be-
comes necessary, please ask your local sales representative for
a recalculation.

2.5.4 Jackpot Handpays


The threshold level for jackpot handpays is determined by
the Celebration Limit setting. A win that exceeds this limit will
trigger a jackpot handpay. See also chapter 5, section 5.2 Cel-
ebration Limit or the relevant software manual.

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3. Hardware Setup

3. Hardware Setup
3.1 KITTY CASH Wiring Diagram

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3. Hardware Setup

3.2 Media Controller


3.2.1 General
The media controller is a customized barebone that provides
video animations and jackpot values which are displayed on
the overhead display(s).

It comes with a pre-installed WINDOWS® 7 Professional oper-


ating system, Star|JACKPOTS² and KITTY CASH display appli-
cation. Two displays and an audio device can be connected.
The mains voltage for the media controller is provided by an
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).

• Connector Overview - Shuttle® Barebone XH61

COM Ports DVI-I LAN Port 12V DC Output for Fan

S/PDIF HDMI USB Ports Audio Out Mains Input

• Media Controller Location


The location of the media controller depends on the cabi-
net type of the KITTY CASH link.
• In SPIELO OXYGEN™ (Upright) cabinets the media con-
troller is located in the top box.
• In SPIELO OXYGEN™ SLANT cabinets the media con-
troller is located in the hopper drawer area.


CAUTION : If the media controller is placed else-
where (e.g. base stand), connect the cabinet fan
kit that is included in the linked gaming kit to pre-
vent the media controller from overheating. See
chapter 3, section 3.2.6 Connect Cabinet Fan.

The environmental temperature must not exceed


40°C / 104°F.

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3. Hardware Setup

3.2.2 Connect Signage


The DVI-I and/or HDMI cable, audio cable and signage mains
cable is usually threaded through one of the posts that hold
the signage. You may need to temporarily remove the signage
mains plug to thread it through the post.

The overhead display(s) which are connected to the media


controller have to support a 1024 x 768 pixel display resolu-
tion at 60 Hz with highest (32 bit) color quality.

• Thread the display cable, audio cable and signage mains


cable through one of the posts that holds the signage.
Note: You may need to temporarily remove the signage
mains plug to thread the cable through the post.

• Connect the overhead display to the DVI-I and/or HDMI


connector.
Note: You can use the DVI-I and HDMI ports simultaneously
to connect a second display.

• Connect the signage audio cable to the audio out jack.


Note: A separate audio cable is used for DVI-I only. HDMI
supports video and multi-channel audio on a single cable.

3.2.3 Connect Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)

CAUTION: A power outage or voltage peak can cause


serious damage to the media controller hardware and
software! Do not operate a media controller without
having a properly configured UPS connected!

The UPS device application comes pre-installed with the me-


dia controller. For detailed information please see chapter 3,
section 3.4 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).

• Connect the mains cable to the media controller.

• Connect the USB cable to one of the USB ports of the me-
dia controller.

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3. Hardware Setup

3.2.4 Connect Network Switch


The KITTY CASH link infrastructure is based on an ethernet
network. The media controller and all participating gaming
machines are connected to the network switch.

Use the 2m (67500533) patchcable to connect the media con-


troller to the network switch.

• Connect the patchcable to the LAN port of the media con-


troller.

• Connect the patchcable to one of the LAN ports of the


network switch.

3.2.5 Connect Gaming Machines


All participating gaming machines are connected to the net-
work switch. For detailed information please see chapter 3,
section 3.3 Network Switch.

3.2.6 Connect Cabinet Fan (optional)


If the media controller is placed in a base stand it has to be ac-
tively vented to prevent the media controller from overheat-
ing. The environmental temperature must not exceed 40°C /
104°F.

• Connect the cabinet fan to the 12V DC output.

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3. Hardware Setup

3.3 Network Switch


The KITTY CASH link infrastructure is based on an ethernet
network. The media controller and all participating gaming
machines are connected to a network switch.
Connect the media controller and up to 23 gaming machines
to the network switch. The number of gaming machines is lim-
ited by the 24-port network switch. Packages for more than 23
gaming machines are available, please contact your local sales
representative.

media controller

3.3.1 Connect Gaming Machines


Depending on link size use the 5m (65059912) or 12m
(67500531) patchcable to connect the gaming machine to the
network switch.

• Connect the patchcable to the LAN port of the logic box. LAN Port

• Connect the patchcable to one of the LAN ports of the


network switch.

3.3.2 Connect Media Controller


Use the 2m (67500533) patchcable to connect the media con-
troller to the network switch.

• Connect the patchcable to the LAN port of the media con-


troller.

• Connect the patchcable to one of the LAN ports of the


network switch.

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3. Hardware Setup

3.4 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)


The UPS in combination with the shutdown application is in-
tended to ensure a proper shutdown of the media controller
in case of a power outage or to compensate voltage peaks. It
also allows users to shut down the media controller by switch-
ing off mains voltage. The UPS will detect the power loss and
initialze the shutdown of the media controller, while supply-
ing power to the media controller until the shutdown is com-
pleted.

CAUTION: A power outage or voltage peak can cause


serious damage to the media controller hardware and
software! Do not operate a media controller without
having a properly configured UPS connected!

The UPS device application comes pre-installed with the me-


dia controller and is configured to shut down the media con-
troller 5 minutes after a power loss has been detected.

(c) (b)

(b)

(a)

3.4.1 Connect mains cable to UPS

• Connect the mains cable (a) to the UPS.

3.4.2 Connect UPS to Media Controller

• Connect the mains cable (b) to the media controller.

• Connect the USB cable (c) to one of the USB ports of the
media controller.

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4. Software Setup

4. Software Setup

4.1 Star|JACKPOTS²
This chapter describes all necessary configuration steps to
setup a KITTY CASH™ jackpot controller. For more detailed
information about the Star|JACKPOTS² application please see
manual «Star|JACKPOTS² Control User Manual» obtainable
from GTECH.

The Star|JACKPOTS² application that is delivered with a ­KITTY


CASH link is customized and supports GTECH SGP progressive
jackpot controller only!

4.1.1 Start Application

• Double click the StarJACKPOTS 2 Control shortcut to


start the application.

• On the logon page enter your user name and password


(default user name and password = adm).

If you want to change the user name and password click


Change Password on the title bar and follow the on-
screen instructions.

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4. Software Setup

4.1.2 Create new Jackpot Controller


• Select the Jackpots tab and click Configuration
on the navigation bar to enter the jackpot configuration
page.

• Click Create/Update Jackpot and select SGP Pro-


gressive.

• Click Browse and select the required progressive_


configuration.xml file and the progressive_
configuration.xml.sig signature file.

IMPORTANT: The configuration files are unique
for each KITTY CASH link, make sure that the con-
figuration files used for the jackpot controller and
the gaming machines are identical.

The configuration files can be found on the USB flash drive


that is included in the linked gaming kit. Copy the con-
figuration files from the USB flash drive to D:\Program
Files\Atronic Austria GmbH\EGD-GD - Kitty
CASH KC1 on the media controller.


Click Save to proceed or Cancel to abort the Jackpot
controller configuration.

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4. Software Setup

4.1.2 Create new Jackpot Controller – continued

• General
The Jackpot name is defined by the progressive_
configuration.xml file, however, you can change the
Jackpot name (32 characters maximum).

The Jackpot ID is set by default to Automatically


create jackpot ID. The Jackpot ID is randomly gener-
ated by the system. To define a specific Jackpot ID clear
the check box and enter a unique ID number.

Click Next to proceed.

• Messages
Do not enter any text!

Click Next to proceed.

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4. Software Setup

4.1.2 Create new Jackpot Controller – continued

• Gaming Machine Selection


On this page you can see all gaming machines that are registered to the WINDOWS® DHCP server.
The gaming machines are registering to the DHCP server once during boot up, make sure the media
controller is operational to assign an IP address. The gaming machines can not receive an IP address
while the WINDOWS® operating system is still initializing.

To assign a single gaming machine double click on the name. To assign all listed gaming machines
click Select All.

All gaming machines that are listed in the Assigned box will participate in the jackpot.

Click Next to proceed.

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4. Software Setup

4.1.2 Create new Jackpot Controller – continued

• Summary
On this page a configuration summary is displayed. Verify all settings and click Save to finish the
jackpot controller configuration.

The jackpot controller is configured but not activated (State: InWork), the gaming machines are still
locked. To activate the configured jackpot controller see chapter 4.1.3 Activate Jackpot Controller.

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4. Software Setup

4.1.3 Activate Jackpot Controller

• Click Configuration on the navigation bar to enter the Jackpot Configuration page.

• Click Activate Jackpot to enter the Activate Jackpot page.

• A jackpot controller summary is displayed, click Activate to start the jackpot controller.

• The jackpot controller is activated (State:Accepted) and all participating gaming machines are
unlocked and operational.

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4. Software Setup

4.1.4 Edit Jackpot Controller

• Click Configuration on the navigation bar to enter the Jackpot Configuration page.

• Click Edit to add/remove gaming machines to/from an active jackpot controller.

When the jackpot controller has been edited the State changes to InWork. To apply the modi-
fications to the operational gaming machines activate the jackpot controller again, see chapter 4,
section 4.1.3 Activate Jackpot Controller.

IMPORTANT: If you activate an edited jackpot controller the currently running instance of
the jackpot is stopped. A new instance based on the edited configuration is started. The cur-
rent jackpot level values are restored to the base values determined by the progressive_
configuration.xml file! To restore the former jackpot level values see chapter 4, section
4.1.8 Edit Progressive Jackpot Values and 4.1.9 Edit Hidden Jackpot Values.

4.1.5 Update Jackpot Controller Configuration File

• If an updated configuration file is available, you have to create a new jackpot controller, see chapter
4.1.2 Create new Jackpot Controller. It is not possible to change/update the configuration file of an
existing jackpot controller.

Note: If a new jackpot controller is created, you have to update the Progressive Config XML setting
in the KITTY CASH – Config UI, see chapter 4, section 4.2.1.2 Base Settings.

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4. Software Setup

4.1.6 Suspend Jackpot Controller

• Select Monitoring from the navigation bar and click Current Jackpot States.

• Cilck Suspend to deactivate (State:SUSPENDED) a jackpot controller.

• Click Resume to reactivate (State:RUNNING) a suspended jackpot controller.

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4. Software Setup

4.1.7 Delete Jackpot Controller

IMPORTANT: An active jackpot controller can not be deleted, you have to suspend the jackpot
controller first! For a detailed procedure see chapter 4, section 4.1.6 Suspend Jackpot Controller.

• Click Configuration on the navigation bar to enter the Jackpot Configuration page.

• Click Delete to enter the Delete Jackpot page.

• A jackpot controller summary is displayed on the Delete Jackpot page, enter a reason for dele-
tion and click OK.

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4. Software Setup

4.1.8 Edit Progressive Jackpot Values

• Select Monitoring from the navigation bar and click Current Jackpot States.

• Cilck Suspend to deactivate (State:SUSPENDED) a jackpot controller.

• Click Jackpot Value Correction to enter the Jackpot Value Correction page for
each jackpot level separately.

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4.1.8 Edit Progressive Jackpot Values – continued

• The jackpot level information is displayed. Enter the amount (in currency) that must be added to the
current jackpot value and the reason for the jackpot value correction.

Click OK to confirm the jackpot value correction.

• Click Resume to reactivate (State:RUNNING) a suspended jackpot controller.

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4. Software Setup

4.1.9 Edit Hidden Jackpot Values


Available as of version «Star|JACKPOTS² Control D5.0.15». To check the installed version open the
Star|JACKPOTS² application, the version number is stated on the explorer tab:

• Select Monitoring from the navigation bar and click Current Jackpot States.

• Cilck Suspend to deactivate (State:SUSPENDED) a jackpot controller.

• Click Hidden Jackpot Value Correction to enter the Hidden Jackpot Value Cor-
rection page for each jackpot level separately.

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4. Software Setup

4.1.9 Edit Hidden Jackpot Values – continued

• The hidden jackpot level information is displayed. Enter the amount (in currency) that must be add-
ed to the current hidden jackpot value and the reason for the jackpot value correction.

Click OK to confirm the hidden jackpot value correction.

• Click Resume to reactivate (State:RUNNING) a suspended jackpot controller.

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4. Software Setup

4.2 KITTY CASH Application


This chapter describes how to configure the display of video
sequences and jackpot meters on the overhead display. The
settings are configured in the EGD_GD_SETTINGS application.

4.2.1 Start EGD_GD_SETTINGS Application

Double click the Start Kitty Cash – Config GUI shortcut


to start the application.

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4. Software Setup

4.2.1.1 Control Panel

• ALF
Enable the ALF (ATRONIC Linked Feature) controller to
establish communication between the EGD_GD display
application and the jackpot engine.

CAUTION: Make sure to activate the ALF check-
box! With ALF deactivated the EGD_GD applica-
tion is not able to receive the jackpot controller
settings/values!

• Default
Load default settings.

• Undo
Undo changes.

• Save
Save altered settings.

• Start
Start KITTY CASH display animation.

• Info
Display application software version.

• Cancel
Close application without saving settings.

• Ok
Close application with saving settings.

The configuration tabs of the EGD_GD_SETTINGS application


are described on the following pages.

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4. Software Setup

4.2.1.2 Base Settings

• Currency code
Enter a currency abbreviation (up to 3 digits) to be dis-
played trailing or leading the jackpot value. To enter a «€»
currency symbol use the ASCII string 0128.
Note: To enter an ASCII code press and hold the Alt key.
Type the ASCII string (e.g. 0128 for «€») on the number pad
and release the Alt key.

• Currency position
Define the position of the currency code. Select Trail-
ing or Leading from the drop down menu.

• Decimal separator
Define the decimal separator, enter «.» or «,».

• Thousand separator
Define the thousand separator, enter «.» or «,».

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4. Software Setup

4.2.1.2 Base Settings – continued

• Progressive Config XML


Click Browse and select the progressive_con-
figuration.xml file.

IMPORTANT: The configuration files are unique
for each KITTY CASH link, make sure that the con-
figuration files used for the jackpot controller,
EGD-GD GUI and the gaming machines are iden-
tical.

The configuration files can be found on the USB flash drive


that is included in the linked gaming kit. Copy the con-
figuration files from the USB flash drive to D:\Program
Files\Atronic Austria GmbH\EGD-GD - Kitty
CASH KC1 on the media controller.

• Display Language Setting


Define the display animation language. Select English
(default), Mandarin, Spanish or French from the
drop down menu.

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4. Software Setup

4.2.1.3 Display Settings

Do not change any setting of the Display Set-


tings tab!

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4. Software Setup

4.2.1.4 Display Specific

• Master Sound Volume


Define the maximum volume of the display animation
sounds.

• Sound Group – LOW


Option not used.

• Sound Group – MEDIUM


Option not used.

• Sound Group – HIGH


Set the display animation and jackpot hit volume. Limited
by the Master Sound Volume setting.

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4. Software Setup

4.2.2 Return to Windows® Desktop

To close the KITTY CASH display software press the ESC key
on the multimedia controller keyboard.

4.2.3 Restart KITTY CASH Application

To restart the KITTY CASH display software double click the


Start EGD-GD – Kitty Cash shortcut.

or

Double click the Start Kitty Cash – Config GUI shortcut


and then click the START button.

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5. Gaming Machine Setup

5. Gaming Machine Setup


This chapter describes necessary gaming machine settings
and shows where to find jackpot statistics and jackpot incre-
ment settings.

Please refer to the corresponding software manual for a de-


tailed description of the game software menus:

• Software Manual – sensys EP™ Core Games D4.0.x


• Software Manual – sensys EP™ D5.0.x-D5.1.x

5.1 Asset Number


The configuration depends on the software level.

• Software level D4
(Initial Setup / Asset Number)
To operate a KITTY CASH link set a unique asset number
for each gaming machine in the link.

• Software level D5
(Initial Setup / Machine Identifier)
Set a unique asset number for each gaming machine if a
TiTo environment is in operation or to activate AFT func-
tionality. To operate a KITTY CASH link a unique asset
number is not necessary.

5.2 Celebration Limit


Set the «Celebration Limit Mode» to «Individual fixed limit for
each game» (default and recommended setting) during the
initial setup procedure. The limits are set by the paytable and
can not be altered. To display the fixed limit values touch the
Show Details button.

• Software level D4
(Initial Setup / Celebration Limit) or
(Service Menu Screen 2.3.1.1: Settings / Money / Limit Settings / Celebration Limit)

• Software level D5
(Initial Setup / Machine Configuration / Base Configuration / Celebration Limit) or
(Service Menu Screen 2.3.1.1: Settings / Money / Limit Settings / Celebration Limit)

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5. Gaming Machine Setup

5.3 Jackpot Information


The base values and increments of the jackpot (incl hidden
jackpot) can be viewed for each jackpot level separately.

• Select Machine Information / Configuration /


Jackpot.
• Select the jackpot controller in the Group column.
• Select the desired jackpot level in the Level column.

Audit Menu Screen 1.2.6 : Machine Information / Configuration / Jackpot

Group: Jackpot Group KC_STD_Docu_Test_Casino_0_C_1, Level 2


Summary Games in Group TCPAKC1, TCWIKC1, TCPGKC1, TCDIKC1
EG_JUR_CUSTOMER_Docu
KC_STD_Docu_Test_Casin Selected Controller: KC_STD_Docu_Test_Casino_0_C_1
Controller Type: System Gaming Progressive (SGP)
Controller Options: Level 2
Configuration Parameters
Type: Progressive Jackpot
Base Value (in currency): €80,00
Increment: 1.1%

Level:
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4

5.4 Jackpot Statistics


The jackpot statistics are metered for each jackpot level sepa-
rately.

• Select Accounting and Statistics / Progres-


sive Information / Per Controller Informa-
tion.
• Select the jackpot controller in the Controller column.
• Select the desired jackpot level in the Level column.

Audit Menu Screen 2.4.1 : Accounting and Statistics / Progressive Information / Per Controller Information

Controller: Progressive Controller: KC_STD_Docu_Test_Casino_0_C_1


All Total Hits 0
EG_JUR_CUSTOMER_Docu
KC_STD_Docu_Test_Casin Total Paid € 0,00
Attendant Paid € 0,00
Machine Paid € 0,00
Money Wagered € 0,00
Games Played 0
Controller Level: 2
Total Hits 0
Total Paid € 0,00
Attendant Paid € 0,00
Level: Machine Paid € 0,00
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4

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