Patents by Inventor Scot Salzman

Scot Salzman has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 9449458
    Abstract: The present invention relates to enabling an operating system software to selectively power cycle one or more components of a wagering gaming system comprising a central processing unit board having one or more central processing units, and one or more central processing unit components. The invention uses a memory comprising a dedicated power cycle control register, a power controller, and digital logic configured to initiate a power cycle of the one or more components of the wagering gaming machine when the operating system writes a predetermined value to the power cycle control register.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2016
    Assignee: Bally Gaming, Inc.
    Inventors: Russell C. Panzarella, John Burica, Scot Salzman
  • Publication number: 20150287273
    Abstract: The present invention relates to enabling an operating system software to selectively power cycle one or more components of a wagering gaming system comprising a central processing unit board having one or more central processing units, and one or more central processing unit components. The invention uses a memory comprising a dedicated power cycle control register, a power controller, and digital logic configured to initiate a power cycle of the one or more components of the wagering gaming machine when the operating system writes a predetermined value to the power cycle control register.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2014
    Publication date: October 8, 2015
    Applicant: WMS Gaming Inc.
    Inventors: Russell C. Panzarella, John Burica, Scot Salzman
  • Patent number: 9058719
    Abstract: Gaming terminals, gaming systems, and electrical and mechanical connector assemblies for coupling a gaming terminal to a chair positioned in front of the gaming terminal are presented herein. A gaming system is disclosed. The gaming system includes a gaming terminal for playing a wagering game and a chair positioned in front of the gaming terminal. The chair includes electronic components operated by a digital data signal and powered by a power supply signal. The gaming terminal includes an electrical connector assembly for coupling to a complementary electrical connector assembly on the chair. The electrical connector assembly also includes a switching device for automatically electrically coupling the electronic components with a power supply signal from a power supply once the respective electrical connector assemblies are securely coupled.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 16, 2015
    Assignee: WMS GAMING INC.
    Inventors: Eric T. Miner, Scot Salzman, Toriono A. Granger
  • Publication number: 20120282997
    Abstract: Gaming terminals, gaming systems, and electrical and mechanical connector assemblies for coupling a gaming terminal to a chair positioned in front of the gaming terminal are presented herein. A gaming system is disclosed. The gaming system includes a gaming terminal for playing a wagering game and a chair positioned in front of the gaming terminal. The chair includes electronic components operated by a digital data signal and powered by a power supply signal. The gaming terminal includes an electrical connector assembly for coupling to a complementary electrical connector assembly on the chair. The electrical connector assembly also includes a switching device for automatically electrically coupling the electronic components with a power supply signal from a power supply once the respective electrical connector assemblies are securely coupled.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2011
    Publication date: November 8, 2012
    Applicant: WMS GAMING, INC.
    Inventors: Eric T. Miner, Scot Salzman, Toriono A. Granger
  • Patent number: 6651178
    Abstract: A system and method for developing a cost efficient electronic power supply system that handles a range of supported electronic circuits is provided. The electronic power supply system adaptively configures the power applied to electronic circuits. Thereby, eliminating redesign of a power supply system when a newly developed or different electronic circuit is implemented. When an electronic circuit is attached to the electronic power supply, a controller confirms electronic circuit presence and queries for electronic circuit power on requirements. As more electronic circuits are added, the controller examines each electronic circuit power on requirements and determines if a power conflict is present. If a conflict exists, the controller will not supply power to the electronic circuits until the conflict is resolved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 29, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2003
    Assignee: 3Com Corporation
    Inventors: Derick Voegeli, Michael Cranston, Gregory Glasshof, Scot Salzman, Roger Shuma
  • Patent number: 6448672
    Abstract: A system and method for developing a cost efficient electronic power supply system that handles a range of supported electronic circuits is provided. The electronic power supply system adaptively configures the power applied to electronic circuits. Thereby, eliminating redesign of a power supply system when a newly developed or different electronic circuit is implemented. When an electronic circuit is attached to the electronic power supply, a controller confirms electronic circuit presence and queries for electronic circuit power on requirements. As more electronic circuits are added, the controller examines each electronic circuit power on requirements and determines if a power conflict is present. If a conflict exists, the controller will not supply power to the electronic circuits until the conflict is resolved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 29, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2002
    Assignee: 3Com Corporation
    Inventors: Derick Voegeli, Michael Cranston, Gregory Glasshof, Scot Salzman, Roger Shuma
  • Patent number: 6396169
    Abstract: A system and method for developing a cost efficient electronic power supply system that handles a range of supported electronic circuits is provided. The electronic power supply system adaptively configures the power applied to electronic circuits. Thereby, eliminating redesign of a power supply system when a newly developed or different electronic circuit is implemented. When an electronic circuit is attached to the electronic power supply, a controller confirms electronic circuit presence and queries for electronic circuit power on requirements. As more electronic circuits are added, the controller examines each electronic circuit power on requirements and determines if a power conflict is present. If a conflict exists, the controller will not supply power to the electronic circuits until the conflict is resolved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 29, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2002
    Assignee: 3Com Corporation
    Inventors: Derick Voegeli, Michael Cranston, Gregory Glasshof, Scot Salzman, Roger Shuma