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UK – Project launches just the Tickit
By Phil - 15 August 2013
Project has announced the launch of Tickit, a product innovation that is being heralded as the most efficient and secure way for operators to manage payouts.
Taking its inspiration from the way jackpots are paid in Las Vegas, Tickit helps both players and operators in equal measure by transforming the way that prizes are paid out and in the process enhancing security.
Tickit addresses a major negative for players by removing the need to pay larger jackpots in coins. Instead the player simply presents his/her Tickit to an attendant who scans the barcode. If the Tickit is valid, a message appears on the screen and the player is paid: if the Tickit has been redeemed before or is not authentic, a message is shown on the screen advising staff accordingly. Whilst the optimum payout level recommended by Project is £50, operators have the flexibility to set their own cash threshold, even making games Tickit payout only, if necessary.
Expanding on the features and benefits, Project Managing Director Tony Boulton said: “With hoppers carrying up to £1,000 in cash they are a prime target for thieves. But because Tickit reduces the need for a large hopper float it also reduces the threat of fraud. Fewer hopper refills also means less administration and more machine uptime. Audits are conducted via an ELO touch screen redemption unit which can be located in the cash desk or another suitable position in the location, thereby ensuring that Tickit is both safe and secure.”
Tickit uses a wireless network to connect the machines to the back office, making it quick and straightforward to install. The wireless network also allows operators to move machines without the need to run new cables. All redeemed and unredeemed Tickit data is stored on the redemption unit, which can be viewed at any time. In the event of the redemption unit failing, data is backed up to a central computer and automatically restored. Tickit is available as as an add-on kit to Project’s TS 22 cabinet or supplied complete and ready to go.
