Abstract: Some aspects of the present invention provide for the downloading of code, including but not limited to peripheral device code, upon the occurrence of predetermined events, sometimes referred to herein as “triggers.” For example, exceeding a predetermined number of errors within a predetermined time may comprise a trigger. Some implementations provide new peripheral device code each time a gaming machine initializes. Some embodiments provide peripheral devices with relatively small (or no) non-volatile memory. A smaller non-volatile memory (as compared to prior art peripheral devices of the same type) may be possible because it is not necessary—and may not be desirable—to retain peripheral device code in non-volatile memory.

Abstract: A gaming unit having a light device controller operatively coupled a light device. The light device controller being adapted to couple to the gaming unit by a universal serial bus peripheral connection. The light device controller comprising a processor, a memory, and an input/output device. The gaming unit capable of transmitting the light display data to the light device controller via the universal serial bus peripheral connection.

Abstract: A gaming machine having a light device coupled to the gaming machine by a peripheral bus connection. The gaming machine capable of reading a pattern file, containing a light pattern display. The gaming machine further capable of sending the light display pattern to a light device controller via the peripheral bus connection. The light device controller capable of parsing the light display pattern, interpreting the pattern to be capable of generation on the light device, and causing the pattern to be generated on the light device.