The TSB has eliminated mandatory forms in an effort to ease the submission process and to encourage manufacturers to bring the latest products to New Jersey. Each new prototype submitted for Division testing and/or approval shall include complete documentation and/or equipment as described below:
General documentation which includes: |
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Detailed operation and/or service manuals; |
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A summary describing game play and/or system features; and |
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A description of fault conditions |
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Hardware documentation which includes: |
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Description of hardware devices used, including part numbers when applicable; |
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A block diagram of the major subsystems; |
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A complete set of schematics for all subsystems when applicable; and |
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A description of the use and function of all dip switch settings or selectable options when applicable. |
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Software documentation which includes: |
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Operating system used; |
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Software version; |
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Source code of software; |
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The identification of all critical software of the gaming device or system. Critical software refers to software that impact game outcome, the calculation of revenue, and/or the overall integrity of the gaming device or system. |
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Method of compliance with alterable media standards; |
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Intended method for field authentication of critical software files; and |
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Communication protocols utilized. |
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Pay table documentation which includes; |
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A mathematical explanation of the theoretical return to the player which shall include all assumptions, probability models, and methods used; |
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Percentage calculation sheets; |
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Color copies of the pay glass; |
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Virtual stops; |
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Physical stops; |
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Reel strip images; |
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Symbol weights; |
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Denomination(s) available; |
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Minimum and maximum wagers; |
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Complete emulation instructions; |
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Breakpoints necessary to emulate pays to each potential game outcome; and |
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Program software images; |
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Random Number Generator (RNG) documentation which shall include: |
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A description of the RNG used to determine game outcome; |
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A detailed explanation of operation methodology; |
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Tests results used to ensure the RNG outcomes cannot be predicted; |
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Procedure to collect RNG output for an independent analysis; and |
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Method to authenticate the random number generator module. |
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Test equipment which shall include: |
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Wiring harnesses; |
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Network hardware and software; |
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Laptop and/or Desktop PC; |
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Emulators; |
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Regulator testing programs and chips; and |
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All prototype hardware and software. |
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Casino Computer System documentation which shall include: |
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All available parameter and/or configurable options that may impact the product's compliance with regulations; |
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The required parameter and/or configurable option settings necessary to ensure regulatory compliance; |
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A description of product compliance with casino computer system regulations; and |
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The identification of all software modules that impact the collection and reporting of revenue, application security, and the overall integrity of the system. |
Any other information or equipment that is deemed necessary by the Division in order to complete the testing of the prototype. |
Each prototype modification submitted for Division approval shall comply with the above, provided however that only the documentation and/or equipment that has been modified shall be required.
Should you require clarification on the above or seek additional information, you may contact the TSB’s main number at 609-441-7542.