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The
CEM Slot Machine Academy
Classroom A
Monday, Sept. 8
8:00 a.m. to
9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m. to
10:20 a.m.
Keynote Address
Peter C. Yesawich, Chairman and CEO, Ypartnership
10:30 a.m. to
11:50 a.m.
Introduction
to Bally Alpha Game Platform®
Technology
Joe Balani, Training Specialist, Bally Boot Camp
This is the technology that started it all! The Alpha Game
Platform is Bally’s most exciting and newest operating system. This
introductory class will acquaint you to everything Alpha. Learn about
the platform and the specific components that make Alpha unique. This
course may include hands-on training.
12:00 p.m. to
1:00 p.m.
Lunch
1:00 p.m. to
2:50 p.m.
GameMaker HD™
Joe Balani, Training Specialist,
Bally Boot Camp
With GameMaker HD, a customer can play one of several games
simply by touching the screen. In this course you will be trained in the
series of steps required to set up and configure each game, which can be
played on any ALPHA Elite cabinet. This course may include hands-on
training.
3:00 p.m. to
5:00 p.m.
Installing Servers
Michael McCarthy, Technical Trainer/Field Engineer, WMS Slot Machine University™
In this course you will learn to identify data-transmission media
types, install hardware into a server and verify the install. Knowing
the best way to install a server into your environment will make you
comfortable with the task even under stressful circumstances.
7:00 p.m. to
10:00 p.m.
Cocktail Reception
Tuesday, Sept. 9
8:00 a.m. to
9:00 a.m.
Breakfast
9:00 a.m. to
10:20 a.m.
Circuitry Fundamentals
Michael McCarthy, Technical Trainer/Field Engineer, WMS Slot Machine University™
In this course you will explore the fundamental working of slot
machine components and peripherals, with a focus on troubleshooting
tools, circuit components and schematics.
10:30 a.m. to
12:00 p.m.
Network Theory
Michael McCarthy, Technical Trainer/Field Engineer, WMS Slot Machine University™
In this course you will identify and describe the foundational
networking theories, terminology and technologies used in modern
PC-based computer networks. This course is intended for entry-level
computer support professionals with a basic knowledge of computer
hardware, software and operating systems who wish to increase their
understanding of networking concepts and skills to prepare for a career
in network support or administration.
12:00 p.m. to
1:00 p.m.
Lunch
1:00 p.m. to
3:00 p.m.
JCM UBA
Series 1.x/2.x Bill Validator
Jack Geller, Supervisor of Technical Services, JCM Global
In this course you will learn preventative maintenance procedure,
troubleshooting and diagnostics basics, and software upgrading by using
built-in tests and additional software packages. This course is intended
for technicians who want to improve their knowledge of the JCM UBA bill
validator.
3:10 p.m. to
5:00 p.m.
Preparing and Installing the Upright Video Slot Machine
Michael McCarthy, Technical Trainer/Field Engineer, WMS Slot Machine University™
In this course you will learn how to identify, install and set up
upright video slot machines, exclusively featuring the WMS Gaming
Bluebird™. This course is targeted to entry-level or newly hired
technicians or attendants who have prior experience with gaming devices.
Wednesday, Sept. 10
8:00 a.m. to
9:00 p.m.
Breakfast
9:00 a.m. to
9:50 a.m.
Green Display Calibration
Don Multerer, Technical Sales/Training Manager,
Sencore
Any display purchased by a consumer contains within its settings
menu a variety of options for adjusting the picture. Some of these
options include brightness, contrast, color, tint and sharpness. Many
displays also contain factory preset modes such as sports, dynamic,
movie, etc. Of all these adjustments, two have significant impact on
energy consumption: brightness and contrast. This course will teach you
how to properly calibrate your displays to provide more energy savings.
10:00 a.m. to
10:50 a.m.
LCD Overview:
How They Work and Troubleshooting Techniques
Don Multerer, Technical Sales/Training Manager,
Sencore
Today’s LCD panels have improved immensely and are beginning to
rival CRTs in most performance areas. This comprehensive hands-on
program covers troubleshooting and calibration concepts and techniques
for LCD display types. This course is packed with hands-on labs and a
specially-developed trainer with switchable faults to make your
troubleshooting experience real.
11:00 a.m. to
11:50 a.m.
Easitrax Training
Stephen Marsh, Technical Support Director, MEI
MEI Easitrax training for MEI Cashflow will review the Easitrax
system components: MEI Cashflow SC, reader base, antenna board and RFID
cashbox. We will follow this review by highlighting the features and
benefits of the Easitrax system to the slot floor and the soft-count
room procedures.
12:00 p.m. to
1:00 p.m.
Lunch
1:00 p.m. to
1:50 p.m.
Indian Gaming Advocate of the Year Presentation Honoring Sen. Ben
Nighthorse Campbell
Ernie Stevens Jr., Chairman, National Indian Gaming Association
2:00 p.m. to
2:50 p.m.
The Slot
Machine Trilogy:
Part
Un
John Wilson, Owner and President, ICS Gaming
The first of this three-part course will teach the basics of today’s
slot machines. These sessions prove not only that slot math can be fun,
but will also help you gain an understanding of slot machines—a real
understanding that you will be able to use in your day-to-day job. The
basic terms found on a PAR sheet and the beginning of the development of
a slot machine will be covered. These sessions have received rave
reviews at previous CasinoFest™ conferences, so be sure to mark your
schedule!
3:00 p.m. to
3:50 p.m.
The Slot
Machine Trilogy:
Part
Deux
John Wilson, Owner and President, ICS Gaming
Continuing from Part
Un, this course will develop an actual three-reel slot
machine. Using VC Slots®,
a proprietary software for development and simulation, the game can
actually be played. A full PAR sheet will be generated and used to
illustrate the terms and values of the game. This unique method of slot
training ensures that you maximize your learning by using your own ideas
and game theme.
4:00 p.m. to
4:50 p.m.
The Slot
Machine Trilogy:
Part
Trois
John Wilson, Owner and President, ICS Gaming
Working with the game developed in the second part of this trilogy,
this course will begin to study volatility index and variances. The
class’s game will demonstrate when, why and how variances develop in a
slot game, and more importantly, whether those variances are normal.
Today’s slot machines are more complicated than ever, making your job
more difficult, but these courses will help make it easier.
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