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  • BlackBart Slot Accounting Program BlackBart is an advanced, online accounting system that tracks machine activity with proven flexibility and reliability. BlackBart is the foundation for slot operations, providing static and revenue information for individual machines, groups of machines, and the entire casino floor. Real-time metered revenue information is available on demand, including estimated Net Win and Coin-In information. The Oasis 360 System tracks all casino floor transactions and drop information, including jackpots and fills, PersonalBanker transactions, and voucher, bill and coin drops. All of this data is uploaded into BlackBart. With BlackBart, an entire accounting team is at your fingertips.

  • Bonus Points Casino Promotion Events Manager Bonus Points is used to create and schedule special casino bonus points promotion events. The Bonus Points events can be used to attract players to the casino or to reward higher denomination players. There are two main types of bonus events:

    Events based upon frequency Multiplier events

    Frequency events award a specified number of bonus points each time something significant happens. For example, 1000 bonus points might be awarded once per year to players who visit within 30 days of their birthday, or anniversary date. Multiplier events award points during a specified period. For example, double points might be offered on St. Patricks Day, or triple points might be offered during the 6:00-9:00 PM E.S.T. Monday evening hours during Monday Night Football.

  • Count Interface Count Room Data Capture Tool Count Interface allows a casino to quickly and accurately capture currency, coin, and voucher counts during scheduled drops. With easy-to-use interfaces to devices such as coin scales, currency sorters, and barcode readers capable of bulk barcode scanning, Count Interface helps a casino capture count room data from a file or directly from a counting device. Some of the key features of this module are:

    Capture Vouchers window - loads and displays captured voucher data based on drop dates and processed dates

    Capture Currency window - loads and displays captured currency data based on drop dates and sorter types

    Capture Coin window - loads and displays captured coin data sorted drop dates Capture Wand window - loads and displays captured barcode reader data sorted

    by drop dates Creates files to import into BlackBart for further accounting processing Saves and archives files for future reference

  • Diagnostic Monitor Real-Time Hardware Manager Diagnostic Monitor provides the tools necessary to manage Oasis 360 hardware and EGMs monitored by the Oasis 360 System. It provides both real-time and historical database information needed to perform quality troubleshooting. The Current Notebook provides different views of current gaming activity. The Maintenance Notebook provides different views of machine maintenance activity. Some of the key benefits are:

    View live machine meters and current transactions as they are posted Display pending jackpot and fill transactions View communication status on all Data Port Units (DPUs) and Sentinels View a display of machine activity Issue and track maintenance work orders

  • FloorLogix Networked Gaming Environment FloorLogix provides a comprehensive solution for managing a networked gaming environment. FloorLogix, built on the Oasis 360 architecture, benefits an entire enterprise from floor operations to customer interactions, with the Sentinel III graphical touch screen display and back-of-house accounting and analysis. This comprehensive solution includes firmware, hardware, and software to provide a seamless communication flow of activity and information. In addition to hardware and firmware advancements, FloorLogix provides software applications to assist in the operation of an advanced casino network. The FloorLogix Manager monitoring and scheduling application displays EGM activity, meter information and current status. Flash updates can be scheduled for automatic updates when using Sentinel III technology and the secure, TCP/IP protocols. Detailed activity windows and reports provide critical information to improve EGM floor management.

  • HeadCount Current Activity on the Casino Floor HeadCount is a real-time view-only application that gathers existing data for the creation of analysis reports and colorful, easy-to-read line graphs used by casino personnel. The reports and graphs use data collected from snapshots of current activity on the casino floor. Graphs display various statistics, such as Machines in Play, Percentage of Machines in Play, and Transaction Snapshots. Casino operator can set the number of displayed graphs, colors, time intervals, and periods that can be displayed by the user through the workstation setup within the application. HeadCount reports can be sorted by date, time, and denomination. Report information includes revenue, machine, and PersonalBanker (PBT) details, and a complete audit trail history. Data collected from snapshots of the gaming floor include the number of occupied gaming positions within a selected period of time. Casino operator can review information in selected date ranges, time increments, denominations, and locations.

  • Jackpot/Fill Jackpot and Fill Monitoring and Processing Tool Jackpot/Fill provides a flexible and automated method for monitoring and processing jackpots, fills, and preventative maintenance fills. It also creates W-2G, 1099, and 1042-S tax forms. When a jackpot is hit or the hopper is empty, Jackpot/Fill sends a signal to the Oasis 360 System, consisting of the jackpot amount and/or the location of the machine. Some of the key features are:

    Touch screen capability Enhanced PM Fills functionality to use the True Coin In, True Coin Out, and True

    Coin Drop Meters to calculate the theoretical hopper level Keyback jackpot transactions can be easily processed Manual jackpot transactions can be posted to a players statistics for rating

    purposes

  • Marketing Manager Coupon Management and Event Monitoring Marketing Manager provides an interface where users can create and process promotional coupons, cashable coupons, and coupons for prizes, comps or cash that players can redeem at the players club or on the casino floor. The application serves two primary functions:

    Coupon Management - Allows users to set up coupons that are awarded to players or imported from a pre-existing list. Coupons can be cashable or promotional. Cashable coupons can be redeemed for money at a cage, club booth, or EGM whereas promotional coupons can be redeemed for promotional credits at an EGM.

    Event Monitoring - Allows users to set up event invitations that are sent to players who meet specific qualifications or who are imported from a pre-existing list. Users can also create

    Events that are not associated with existing players.

  • Meter Comparison Meter Activity Verification Program The Meter Comparison program compares the difference between the individual electronic Oasis 360 meters that the system records and the manual hand-recorded meters taken from the EGM. This process verifies that the Oasis 360 System and the game(s) are correctly recording metered activity. Metered activity is used for financial analysis and reporting throughout the Oasis 360 System, particularly in the BlackBart accounting application. The meter comparison process is generally completed immediately after installing the Oasis 360 System and periodically thereafter in accordance with gaming regulations.

  • Oasis Administrator Global and Individual Parameters, User Rights and Reports The Oasis Administrator Program is a crucial part of the Oasis 360 Casino Management System. It controls nearly every parameter for the individual programs that make up the Oasis 360 System. Specific parameter setting choices vary by site and affect how the programs operate, whether optional features are active, and which items are on predefined lists. Oasis Administrator also controls user access to individual tasks for each program. Oasis Administrators multi-level job positions allow you to control access rights to the entire system by roles/positions, and for individual users. These additional levels of security can be modified quickly and easily. Some of the key benefits are:

    System-wide capability to configure parameters for all Oasis 360 modules from a single workstation

    Maximum security and control of critical casino data Easy access for casino employees to the data they need, whenever they need it,

    while maintaining the overall security of crucial casino information Output devices such as printers are identified for the system Gaming locations within the casino are identified and can be tracked

  • OmniVIEW Gaming Activity Viewer OmniVIEW provides a real-time graphical display of a casino floor based on floor maps created through AutoCAD. With the on-screen map, all user does is select a specific EGM or group to access detailed information. OmniVIEW tells user everything he needs to know about the casino floor, all with the click of a mouse. OmniVIEW provides real-time analysis, and uses contrasting colors to distinguish among different criteria. The display includes text, walls, and symbols for EGMs. OmniVIEW automatically changes the machine symbols to identify the status of each EGM, providing an at-a-glance marketing and troubleshooting tool for casino personnel. OmniVIEW is an easy, accurate way to view the floor configuration.

  • PersonalBanker Electronically Transfer Cash, Points, or Promotional Credits PersonalBanker allows players to use their player club card and assigned PIN (Personal Identification Number) to electronically transfer cash, points, or promotional credits to and from their accounts and EGMs. All funds are stored at the system database level, not on the player club card. PersonalBanker is an optional, purchased component of the Oasis 360 System that provides additional functionality and options to Super-PlayMate and BlackBart. Players must have a club account, player card, and PIN to conduct PersonalBanker transactions at an EGM. Gaming jurisdiction regulations determine where this option is available. Players can use PersonalBanker to:

    Transfer (upload) cashable EGM credits to their players club account. Transfer (download) PBT cash from their account to the EGM credit meter. Redeem earned slot club points and transfer (download) converted cash or

    promo dollar equivalents to the EGM credit meter. Transfer (download) PBT promo dollars to the EGM credit meter. View their points, cash, and promo balances on demand by using the card reader

    attached to the EGM.

  • PitBOSS Cage and Table Game Management Program PitBOSS provides the ability to easily track cage and table game activity. Transactions can be associated with various items, including player records and markers. PitBOSS also provides quick access to the Player Notebook, which contains detailed player information. Some of the key features are:

    Enrol new players and view existing player information Cash personal and payroll checks Allow Exchange currency Enter and process player credit applications Issue and make payments against markers Deposit or withdraw safekeeping or front money Transfer chips and documents between the table and the cage Process table openers and closers Record payouts and record payments against returned checks Perform the daily drop for soft count

  • Quickets Voucher Processing System The Quickets voucher system provides a tool to issue, redeem, track, monitor and expire vouchers. Vouchers are cashable, machine-generated slips of paper that print when a player presses the Cash Out button on an EGM. Players can easily redeem vouchers by inserting them into an EGM bill validator (just like paper currency), by taking them to a workstation location (for example, a cashier) or floor person, or by using a kiosk that accepts vouchers in exchange for cash and coin. Some of the key benefits are:

    Provides automated tracking of all vouchers issued, redeemed, expired, and voided

    Monitors outstanding voucher liability Enables viewing of current voucher status and detailed voucher history Duplicate voucher warning

  • Quickets Handheld Ticketing On-the-Spot Voucher Redemption Quickets Handheld Ticketing works with handheld PC devices, connecting to the Oasis 360 System through a wireless network. This product is a supplement to the Quickets application. Quickets Handheld allows more flexibility on your casino floor by allowing change attendants and slot attendants to redeem vouchers on the spot. With Quickets Handheld, a player can approach any Quickets Handheld-equipped floor person, who can scan the voucher with the handheld device (Intermec or Symbol), and present the player the cash value for a voucher. Quickets Handheld employs safety features to protect your valuable information via an encrypted wireless 802.11b network. Quickets Handheld-enhanced devices can speak to a single, wireless Access Point or several Access Points, depending on a property size.

  • Quick Funds Voucher and Promo Coupon Generation The Quick Funds application allows authorized casino personnel to generate Purchase Voucher, Voucher Promo, and Coupon Promo. Guests will be required to pay cash to get Purchase vouchers. Casino personnel will be able to print Coupon Promos and Voucher Promos. Depending on the type of voucher or coupon, they can be redeemed at the EGM, a kiosk, or a Cashier Window. The Quick Funds application will generate voucher receipts and reports to be used for accounting and auditing Purposes. Purchase Voucher, Voucher Promo, and Coupon Promo generated using Quick Funds can also be viewed in Quickets and Marketing Manager Applications. Some of the key benefits are:

    Purchase Vouchers can be purchased by the players with cash The user can generate up to a maximum of 200 vouchers or coupons in a single

    transaction Voucher and coupon amounts for each transaction can be controlled via user

    position limits setup in Oasis Administrator Users with override authority can override dollar amounts exceeded by the user

    position The vouchers or coupons from the current transaction can be voided Quick Funds generates reconciliation reports by selected cashier, workstation,

    and type

  • SpeedMedia Player Attractions and Promotions SpeedMedia provides the tools for preparing and customizing content files containing multimedia promotions and content displayed on the Sentinel III. SpeedMedia promotions generate enthusiasm and provide innovative ways for casinos to reward loyalty and develop recurring and repeatable revenue. This excitement is generated through a variety of new and exciting games for patrons, in addition to standard slot play. Splashdown Countdown and Ricochet Rewards are two promotion applications use play driven triggers to award players with items such as promotional credits, cashable credits and points. Some of the key benefits are:

    Provides a flexible and structured framework that Aristocrat and third-party vendors can use to deliver interactive Adobe Flash based content to Sentinel III devices

    Patron media and promotion content is automatically delivered to key games on the casino floor

    Provides player recognition through targeted messages for special player events, such as birthdays and anniversaries

    Supports video with sound and still images using common file formats Storyboard Editor facilitates inserting, moving or removing images and video

    with audio. Create a script for each Sentinel III and preview the script.

  • Super-PlayMate Player Tracking System Super-PlayMate is the player tracking component of the Oasis 360 System and provides casino marketing personnel with various information tools for managing and analyzing important player and group information. Super-PlayMate enables casinos to track, promote, and reward player gaming activity. Players earn points and comp dollars based on actual slot and pit game play. Casino-defined formulas determine how much game play is required for a player to accumulate points and/or comp dollars. Super-PlayMate tracks points and comp dollars as they are earned and redeemed. Players may also be awarded bonus points for promotions using the Bonus Points Promotions program.

  • Surveillance Monitor Real-Time Transactions Alert Program Surveillance Monitor is designed to enable maintenance, security, and surveillance personnel to quickly view transactions as they occur on the floor. With an easy-to-customize view, Surveillance Monitor can scroll transactions on the screen in date/time order, and display details such as the transaction type, card number, Oasis ID, machine number, door status, and meters. Surveillance Monitor quickly notifies casinos surveillance department about transactions that may require additional scrutiny, giving them more tools to be more effective. Some of the key benefits are:

    Real-time monitoring of various transactions from each slot machine as they occur on the casino floor

    Security alerts that are triggered by certain events, such as a jackpot or an illegal open door

  • x2S Host Interface S2S -Compatible Gateway The x2S Host Interface enables linked External System users (e.g., Hotel Management and Point-of-Sale External System users) to access the Aristocrat Oasis 360 Casino Management System (v11.6) via the Gaming Standards Association System-to-System (S2S) Message Protocol. Users of linked External Systems (EDGE Servers, connected PC workstations and terminals located throughout a property, such as a hotel front desk, golf course, spa, restaurant or lounge) can use the x2S gateway to manage patron accounts, redeem, settle or void player redemptions, manage PersonalBanker transactions, and retrieve system configuration information.

  • Watchdog Monitors FloorLogix Services Watchdog is a utility that monitors the status of FloorLogix Services. It provides current status of all FloorLogix Services. Each service sends a check in signal to the Watchdog service every 20 seconds. These check in signals send information about the status of each service and allow you to identify possible issues.