Abstract: Disclosed are an input/output structure, a gaming machine including such a structure and a method for use of the input/output structure. The input/output structure includes first and second chutes disposed beneath a surface of the input/output structure with an elongated output port configured to dispense a first ticket from a printer through the first chute and onto the surface and an elongated input port directly adjacent and generally orthogonal to the output port and coupled to the second chute to accept and lead at least one of currency or a second ticket into the second chute and further into a bill acceptor. The method includes the steps of dispensing a first ticket from the output port and onto the surface above the first chute and of accepting at least one of currency or a second ticket into the input port and then the second chute.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a top box assembly for use with gaming machines found in casinos, formed from vacuum processing, and the methods associated therewith. The vacuum-formed process for generating top box assemblies enables the efficient and economical production of visually attractive and unique top boxes including translucent spanning panels in conjunction with specially shaped front and rear panels.