First-ever GSA Protocol Extensions

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 17 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Gaming Standards Association's G2S and S2S committees have approved manufacturer extensions for GSA's Game to System (G2S) protocol and its System to System (S2S) protocols that were received from platinum member company IGT. These extensions are the first to be donated for inclusion in a GSA protocol by any manufacturer.

A manufacturer's extension is a new class or other portion of protocol that a manufacturer develops to extend, or add functionality to, a GSA protocol. When extensions are developed for GSA protocols, they are reviewed by GSA for compatibility and are specifically approved by a formal vote of one of GSA's Technical Committees. Once approved, they become part of the respective standard which will continue to be maintained by GSA. The IGT extensions are the first to be submitted and approved.

GSA Technical Director Marc McDermott said, "This is an exciting development for GSA and for both the G2S and S2S protocols. Not only does it prove GSA has provided a workable solution for manufacturers, it also proves that the GSA protocols are living, breathing standards, adaptable to extensions that make it even better."

Adrian Marcu, GSA board member and IGT VP of Architecture said, "We are excited to work with GSA's committees in a collaborative effort to bring this new functionality to the organization. This demonstrates IGT's ongoing commitment to GSA protocols and the processes in place that can be used to help manufacturers bring new meaningful products to market. ARIA at CityCenter, for example, will highlight how these processes come together for the benefit of the industry."

About the Gaming Standards Association (GSA): The Gaming Standards Association (GSA) is an international trade association that creates benefits for gaming manufacturers, suppliers, operators and regulators. We facilitate the identification, definition, development, promotion, and implementation of open standards to enable innovation, education, and communication for the benefit of the entire industry. Since its incorporation on May 6, 1998, GSA has members representing a wide cross section of the global gaming industry.

GSA's new Game to System (G2S) Protocol has been named "Best Productivity-Enhancement Technology" by Global Gaming Business Magazine, one of the "Top Three International Gaming Products" by IGWB Magazine; one of Casino Journal magazine's "Top 3 Most Innovative Products"; and one of Casino Enterprise Management's "Top 10 Slot Floor Technologies."

Platinum members include Aristocrat Technologies Inc.; Atronic Americas LLC; Bally Technologies, Inc. (BYI); E-Genting Holdings Sdn Bhd; FutureLogic, Inc; Harrah's Entertainment; International Game Technology (IGT); Konami Gaming Inc.; MEI; MGM MIRAGE (MGM); Progressive Gaming International Corporation (PGIC); Seminole Tribe of Florida; and WMS Gaming Inc. (WMS). Other members include: 3M Touch Systems (MMM); Ainsworth Game Technology, Ltd.; AGMMA - Australasian Gaming Machine Manufacturers Association; American Gaming Systems; Ameristar Casinos, Inc.; Aruze Gaming America, Inc.; Austrian Gaming Industries GmbH; Belatra Co., Ltd.; BMM North America; British Columbia Lottery Corporation; CashCode Company Inc.; Casino Technology; Codere, S.A.; DigiDeal Corp.; DigiTech Systems Co., Ltd.; Elixir Group, Ltd.; Euro Games Technology; F2 Systems, Inc.; Foxwoods Resort Casino; GameLogic, Inc.; GameTech International; Gaming Consultants International; Gaming Laboratories International, Inc; Giesecke & Devrient; GGS-US LTD; GTECH Corporation (LTO); Incredible Technologies, Inc.; Intralot S.A. (INLr.AT); Jofemar, S.A.; Las Vegas Gaming, Inc.; Macao Polytechnic Institute; Money Controls; MotorCity Casino; Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL); Multimedia Games, Inc. (MGAM); Nick Farley & Associates; Nidec Sankyo Corporation; NRT Technology Corporation; Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation; Oregon Lottery; Penn National Gaming, Inc.; PokerTek, Inc.; Rocket Gaming Systems; Scientific Games (SGMS); Shuffle Master, Inc.(SHFL); SIQ; Station Casinos, Inc.; Tabcorp Holdings Limited; Transact Technologies (TACT); Unidesa Gaming & Systems; UNLV International Gaming Institute and Video Gaming Technologies, Inc. For more information, visit www.gamingstandards.com.

SOURCE Gaming Standards Association