Abstract: An assembly, of an existing ITVM that has a computer system that communicates with a central host computer system for providing anon-line quick pick functionality. The computer system may also control the ITVM and, communicate with a retailer. Illustratively, the assembly demonstrates simple pressing of one button may select a wager and/or randomly select a game and a number associated with that game, but other embodiments include multiple operations of the buttons. The buttons and displays may be physical static push buttons with static or programmable labels although touch screens or LCD screens may be used. Illustratively, a scanner may be provided that reads a player's card or fob with preloaded information that authorizes the player to wage on the games presented, and also wherein the favorite game and wager of the player may be executed on the machine. A player's hand held device may be enabled to communicate with the assembly.

Abstract: An assembly, referred to as a side car, is disclosed that is retrofitted onto and integrated with an existing ITVM for providing on-line quick pick functionality. The added assembly, will include a controller that communicates with the ITVM and with a retailer computing system and then to a central host computer. Illustratively, the side car may interface via the retailer's router directly to the central host computer. The side car demonstrates simple pressing of one button may select a wager and randomly select a game and a number associated with that game, but other embodiments include multiple operations of the buttons. The buttons and displays may be programmable touch screens or LCD screens, but static labels and physical push buttons may be used. A scanner is provided that reads a player's card or fob with preloaded information that authorizes the player to wage on the games presented, and also wherein the favorite game and wager of the player may be executed on the machine.