Video King `aims` To Please!

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V ideo King is among the world’s largest providers of electronic gaming systems, Bingo hall equipment and innovative games. Reaching a global market, Video King’s entertainment systems can be found aboard luxury cruise liners, throughout Indian Country and in thousands of charitable, commercial and military establishments around the world. Read All About It! ■ Video King “Aims” To Please With “Bull’s Eye” Bingo ... 1 ■ Sherwood Selected To Propel Server-Based Technology ... 1 ■ A Word From Tim Stuart, Company President/CEO ... 2 ■ Treasure Island Enhances Life Beyond Tribal Lands ... 3 ■ PokerNanza: Bingo That’s Vegas-Style Video Poker ... 3 ■ Tech Provides Service With Dedication, Slice Of Humor ... 4 ■ Seniors Untapped Market Within The Bingo Industry ... 4 ■ Bingo Now Features Free Play, Match Play Through OMNI ... 4 ■ Catalytic PUREAIR Ideal Way To Improve Indoor Air Quality ... 5 ■ Safety Procedures Offered To Minimize Hardware Failures ... 6 ■ Video King Equipped To Fulfill Variety Manufacturing Needs ... 8 ■ New Removable, Customizable, Skins “Outfit” Bingo Consoles ... 12 Copyright 2017 VKGS LLC All Rights Reserved VIDEO KING NETWORK SPRING 2017 Video King ‘Aims’ To Please! N Bull’s Eye Bingo Targets Gaming Market Interest o bull. We wouldn’t steer you in the wrong direction. That’s not our “brand” of humor. Could just cause a stampede. But – sure as shooting – Video King is staging yet another Bingo game, in conjunction with BNP Media at the Southern Gaming Summit/BingoWorld, held May 2-4 at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center in Biloxi, Miss. Yep. We can look you straight in the eye. Fact, you might a-ready “herd.” That’s the whole point ... This year’s theme is “Bull’s Eye Bingo: We Aim To Please!” And, just so no one sees red, causes a ruckus or starts a-charging, admission to the game is free. Rest assured, you can bet, there’ll be a whole lotta prizes, graciously donated by summit sponsors, local businesses and fellow exhibitors, along with that timehonored Caribbean Cruise for two, in order to share the wealth and spread the Bull’s Eye prize ... So, if you’re game, kick up your heels and gather ’round Video King’s Booth, No. 821, Wed., May 3. Bull’s Eye Bingo will begin at 4 p.m. But kindly register by 3:30 p.m. in order to receive your Bingo cards, from Video King staff members, who will be rustling Bull’s Eye/See Page 3 Video King VOL. XIII, ISSUE I VKN Video King Ventures Into New Territory Story, Page 1 Once again, Video King will stage another Bingo game, in conjunction with the Southern Gaming Summit in Biloxi, featuring a Caribbean Cruise as the grand prize. Venturing Into New Gaming Territory H Sherwood Joins Team To Propel Server-Based Technology Phil Sherwood e’s witnessed everything from hard cards to Bingo paper and electronics. Not only has he played a part in the Evolution of Bingo, but pioneered the progression of linked technology, staging tournament-style play, drawing contestants nationwide. Heralding in a new era, Video King has selected Phil Sherwood as Director of Class II Gaming Products, as the company branches out into a new territory of gaming. Seen as the future of the industry, Video King is heading in a new direction, according to Tim Stuart, President/CEO. Class II, Server-Based Technology. And Sherwood, he said, is just the man to take us there. Home Of The Champs! Gaming/See Page 8 2 SPRING 2017 VKN – VIDEO KING NETWORK Join The ‘Club’ For Latest News Chance To Win Monthly Prizes! H ello everyone. Video King now has close to 2,000 Lil’ Champ Club members. You should consider joining the club. Our Lil’ Champ Club members are Bingo and slot players /Bingo hall workers/Bingo managers/ casino managers/ regulators/ business owners ... people from all walks of life. Sign up today and get the latest news Tim Stuart about Video King and our industry. Our technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace. You can read about our newest game ideas, our latest product releases, and keep up with our technology upgrades. And – just to keep it fun – our club members are automatically entered in our free, monthly drawings. Each month, we award $100 in prizes. The Lil’ Champ Club is interactive. We stay in touch with our customers/friends on a regular basis. We (Video King) get vital feedback. The customers help to shape and grow our company. To sign up, visit our Web site: VideoKingNetwork.com, and click on the contest link above the barking dog, “Home of the Champs.” Please feel free to call/contact me anytime. I look forward to hearing from you. My very best regards to all of you. Tim Stuart President & CEO VKGS LLC (dba Video King) 1045 N. 115th St., Ste. 200 Omaha, NE 68154 [email protected] (800) 635-9912, Ext: 7777 Cell: (voice) (402) 578-1475 Text: (only) (402) 575-8387 VideoKingNetwork.com Treasure Island Resort & Casino Word From Tim Stuart T Enhancing lives beyond tribal land, the Treasure Island Resort & Casino, a multi-million dollar enterprise – which includes the Mount Frontenac Golf Course – has contributed more than $17.5 million to thousands of nonprofit and civic organizations throughout the region. Treasure Island A Paradise Resort Gaming Enterprise Enhances Lives Beyond Tribal Land he people, “Born of the Water,” long ago, have created their own water-based paradise – in a more modern sense – which continues to replenish their community in bountiful ways. Treasure Island Resort & Casino, located on the banks of the Mississippi River, is owned and operated by the Prairie Island Indian Community of Minnesota, whose tribal name, “Mdewakanton” means “Born of the Water.” A Video King customer since 2013, the multimillion dollar resort has expanded to include everything from a casino, with highly acclaimed restaurants and entertainment, 3,000-seat event A lucky Bingo winner! center, hotel, water park, golf course, RV park, 100-passenger cruise liner, marina, full-serviced spa, bowling and arcade, since its Bingo beginnings. The people – several hundred strong – call their gaming enterprise “the new buffalo,” 100-passenger cruise liner. because it has helped them restore their self-sufficiency. “It is responsible for improving life on the reservation, strengthening their tribal government, and preserving our culture,” they said. But it goes beyond their borders. Since 1994, Treasure Island Resort & Casino and the Prairie Island Indian Community together have contributed more than $17.5 million to thousands of nonprofit and civic organizations throughout the region. They also have partnerships with the following professional sports teams: Minnesota Twins, Minnesota Wild, Minnesota Timberwolves, Minnesota Lynx, St. Paul Saints. Prairie Island Indian Community aligns with these sports teams because of the joint history of supporting youth activities, fitness and leadership development, they said. There are also dozens of other non-profits that receive support. To welcome others to their shores, we asked the people at Treasure Island to tell us more ... The Casino Resort ■ When was Treasure Island established: Economic revival began taking root in 1984, and Treasure Island Bingo was opened. In 1988. when gaming was expanded, the name was changed to Treasure Island Resort & Casino. ■ How is money generated used by the tribe: Support of the Tribal Government, programs and economic development, along with healthcare and education for the members. ■ What other properties/businesses does the tribe own and operate: The Dakota Station (gas and convenience store), Mount Frontenac Golf Course (pictured above). ■ What is TI known for: With 1500-plus employees, Treasure Island is one of the largest private employers in Goodhue County. ■ Describe the resort, vibe, surrounding area: We are on an island – well almost a real island! We have a laid-back Caribbean theme and carry that through with some of the Treasure Island/See Page 7 SPRING 2017 VKN – VIDEO KING NETWORK PokerNanza Next Big Thing In Gaming Bingo That’s Vegas-Style Video Poker! F Gary Loebig • Gaming Consultant or many facilities, the one big hole in the gaming options they offer their players has been the availability of a true Class II Video Poker game. By this I mean a Class II Video Poker game that has the look, pay table and play action of a Class III, Las Vegas Video Poker game. There have been many attempts at creating a Non-Class III Video Poker game, but they have fallen short in their ability to attract Video Poker players, primarily because of their play action and decision-making deficiencies. Meaning, players cannot change Gary Loebig their Video Poker cards to get a better hand away throw to inability – as evidenced by the players’ a winning hand. Case in point, Washington State. The compacted games the tribes play there include a version of a Video Poker game. It has the look and pay table of a Video Poker game – but not the play action or decision-making of a Las Vegas Video Poker game. You see, the Washington system is based on the concept of a lottery scratch ticket game, where all wins and prizes are predetermined. In the Washington Video Poker game, a sixth card is dealt, a Wild Card called a Genie Card, in addition to the normal, five-card hand. This card is used by the game to automatically correct player mistakes. Take for example a player, who has a winning hand in a “Jacks Or Better” game, say a pair of Queens that would pay 2 credits, along with a single King and an 8 A Win-Win! and a 9. If the player attempts to better his hand and the associated prizes, but makes a mistake and discards one of the Queens, this results in the player throwing away a winning hand. At that point the game would automatically reveal a Wild Card, the Genie Card, which in this case will be a King, which results in a DIFFERENT winning hand (two Kings) that restores the SAME “Jacks Or Better” prize amount, the 2 credits that the player would have won before he threw away the original winning hand (the two Queens) that he was dealt. In essence, the player cannot lose the original winning prize amount nor can he/she better his/her hand, nor better the prizes he/she could have won, by changing playing cards. True Video Poker players see this and understand that this is not the Las Vegas-style Video Poker game that they want to play, and refuse to play this game. This is just one example of an attempt to create a Las Vegas-style Video Poker game that is not a Class III game. PokerNanza/See Page 11 Bull’s Eye –– 3 Continued From Page 1 up players for the game at our booth. To increase your shots of winning, two games will be held, each composed of two parts. The first, a Bull’s Eye pattern, simply a circle, corralling ’round the free space. The second, a cover-all, where every card square is covered. A Few Rules To Remember ... ■ Keep your push-out cards intact. If a number is called, simply fold it back. ■ Cards will be void if any of the called numbers are torn. ■ Participants must be 21 to play. (Video King employees/ affiliates are ineligible to play.) ■ And, if you hear some snorting, you might want to moo-oo-ver. You’re either at the wrong type of stall, or it’s just laughter from our typically, lively stocked crowd. Though Bull’s Eye Bingo will be loads of fun, our target is you, the Bingo players, owners and operators. So be sure to check out our latest line throughout the show. Video King is among the world’s largest providers of electronic gaming systems, game designs, digital signage and Bingo equipment. Reaching a global market, Video King’s entertainment systems can be found aboard luxury cruise liners, throughout Indian Country and in thousands of charitable, commercial and military establishments around the world. This year’s products will include PokerNanza® Bingo, combining the excitement of big Bingo prizes, with the skill of Poker, our CHAMP-e™ gaming tablet, with even more processing power than ever before, powered by CHARGE-e,™ our wireless charging system – with applications beyond the gaming industry, as well as the Catalytic PUREAIR purifier, which safely and effectively improves the quality of indoor air – for your home, as well as your business! And, if you want even more chances to win, join our Lil’ Champ Club to receive company updates and enter our drawings. Each month, $100 in prizes are awarded, and the winners are Bull’s Eye/See Page 6 4 SPRING 2017 VKN – VIDEO KING NETWORK Video King Tech Provides Service With Dedication, Slice Of Humor Senior Centers Untapped Market Demographics Align With Bingo! F Think Outside The Box • Peggy Hansen Let’s turn over our Bingo cards, and have a moment of silence ... To think outside the box ... Estevan Merino ■ Name: Estevan Merino. ■ Age: 32. ■ Residence/Place of Birth: Currently living in Chandler, Ariz. Born in Tucson. ■ Title: Technical Support Services. ■ How Long With Company: Three years. ■ Job Detail: To serve the customers’ technical needs. Quarterly maintenance, RMAs, syncing units coming into the halls, setting up promos for the casinos I work with. ■ Best About Job: It would probably be the people. Whether I’m talking to someone from Video King or a customer in the halls. I am almost certain to have an interesting conversation. ■ Work Experience/Strengths: 10 years in Bingo. I do my best to solve any issues that arise. ■ Family: Just recently got married (Nov. 12, 2016). We have four children together, ages 12,10, 6 and 3. It’s an interesting mix with all the different personalities. We have three girls, one boy and, yes, he and I are constantly out-numbered. ■ Background: Customer service, inventory management, stocking, scheduling co-workers, computers, networking. ■ Education: Graduated Yuma High, Class of 2003. Graduated from ITT Tech with a degree in Computer Networking. ■ As A Child, You Wanted To Be: Service/See Page 5 or many of us old timers in the Bingo biz we know that today’s business has changed from years past. With changing times we need to change the way we think and cultivate new customers. That is why we are introducing a new column to the award-winning newsletter VKN (Video King Network) “Think Outside The Box.” We hope you, our valued readers, will participate in future columns by submitting ideas on ways that have allowed you to grow your business beyond the traditional methods. We will share those ideas and concepts that support our products and visions. In this newsletter we are going Atom Action Blower to highlight a largely untapped segment of our industry. SENIOR CENTERS! Did you know there are more than 11,000 senior centers in the United States? Statistics show that the average demographic of a senior center visitor aligns with the exact, same demographic of a Bingo player. How many senior centers do you have in your market? How many are active customers, who are buying from you on a regular basis, or have done so in the past six months? If you can’t think of any, you need to tap into that market segment. Video King has many products that are ideal for Peggy Hansen these types of venues. Have you ever considered how perfect an Atom Action™ Blower and FlashPoint™ system would suit the needs of this market? The Atom Action is a small, portable Bingo blower that adds a fun flair to any recreational Bingo game. It provides an incredible amount of “ball action” and “visibility” during game play. The Atom Action can easily be moved in and out of activity areas with very little effort or space needed for storage. The FlashPoint is a perfect counterpart to the Atom Action Blower. FlashPoint can be procured in a software-only option or a complete system. Bingo Now Offers Match & Free Play I The Latest Development • John Mowat f you’ve been to Vegas, you’ve heard the call of “Match Play” on the slots. Or, if you’ve had the chance to visit one of the many halls in Florida running Video King’s 24-number QuickShot games, you may have gotten to enjoy spending some of the House’s money ... Wouldn’t it be great if these popular player incentives were available at your Bingo hall? John Mowat Video King is always looking for ways to improve player experience, while saving the operator time and effort, and we’re excited to finally bring Match Play & Free Play to the world of Bingo. Senior Centers/See Page 8 To get started, all you need is credit-based gaming on our Bingo tablets (like the new CHAMP-e) and the newest version of the rock-solid OMNI Hall Management system (which also happens to be fully compliant with the incoming NIGC 2018 MICS.) For players, it’s almost too good to be true – but it is! The House decides when and how much to offer – like a straight 1-for-1 match, or special incentives to boost sales, such as “Buy 5 PowerPick-Em’s To Earn $5 Free Play.” The extra credits just “show up” in the player’s account! For operators, the problem has always been – how do you offer such an eye-popping incentive to the player, while ensuring the House’s money actually gets wagered prior to cash out? In OMNI, the operator simply sets a rule like, “for every $10 of credits bought, give the player an extra $10 Free Play, which must be wagered before it can be cashed out.” The OMNI POS takes care of the rest: The player spends $10 cash, but the system puts $20 credits in their account – and at cash-out time, the system ensures that the bonus Match Play/See Page 10 VKN – VIDEO KING NETWORK SPRING 2017 5 Service ––––– Continued From Page 4 PUREAIR/See Page 10 Service/See Page 6 Catalytic PUREAIR unwanted smoke, offensive odors and airborne contaminants. Proven highly effective, the system addresses all four sources of indoor air pollution: particles, aerosols, gases and odors. And, it doesn’t just collect the pollutants into a filter, but actuallly reduces viruses, bacteria and other organic compounds by destroying them, according to the manufacturer. As you well know, customer happiness is key to, well, that sweet smell of success – to say nothing of your own health. In fact, the biggest complaint among casino customers is cigarette smoke that seems to linger everywhere. And, figures state, two-thirds of the adult population don’t even smoke. But that’s something forward-thinking homeowners and employers have already banked on. Placed in thousands of casinos, hotels, public places, businesses and homes around the world, these compact units offer a welcomed green or eco-friendly alternative to improving the quality of indoor air. How does it work? Each Catalytic PUREAIR purifier will cover 325 to 500 feet, depending upon occupancy and activity in the area. And, by using renewable, photo catalytic oxidation technology Either a professional soccer player or a stand-up comedian like John Leguizamo or anyone from “Saturday Night Live.” ■ Has Your Concept of Bingo Changed: Yes, once I saw how Cosmic Bingos have helped bring in the younger crowd, and now I’ll see them on weekdays as well as on the weekends. ■ Favorite Electronic Game: PokerNanza!! Ed Dwornicki (a regional sales manager) showed me how it is played on the CHAMP-e, and it has definitely gotten my attention. I can’t wait to see it in more halls that I visit. ■ What’s Your Vision Of The Future: Like with flying cars and hover boards? Ha ha. My personal future has me in Chandler living in a house with the family and continuing to provide my services to Video King and the halls they serve so well. ■ Interests/Hidden Talents: I like listening to Joe Rogan on Podcast. I’m into weight training, video games and singing songs with my kids in the mornings. I sing all the time, like whatever is stuck in my head for the day. Too bad for people around me, I’m not that good at it. ■ Why Rogan: I would first warn he is a dirty comedian, but once you get around that, his view on the topics he talks about widens my view on things I wouldn’t have thought about before. My favorite thing to hear on his podcast is when he is talking to other comedians and goes on about the first time being on stage or them starting out in comedy. He has had doctors, comedians, rock stars and everything in between. Very interesting stuff. ■ What People Don’t Know About You? I do an amazing impression of a velociraptor. It embarrasses my wife to no end. Also, I have writer’s block in my right elbow. Really slows down my typing. ■ Favorite Get-Away: My favorite get away is going to Buttercup Sand Dunes in California. I’ve grown up riding ATVs since I was 3, and my 3 year old just joined us on the quads this Christmas. She took to it like a champion. Ideal for commercial and residential usage, the Catalytic PUREAIR offers an eco-friendly solution to safely and effectively improve the air quality of any sized venue. The portable unit, using a patented process, addresses all four sources of indoor air pollution: particles, aerosols, gases and odors, reducing viruses, bacteria and other organic compounds. L PUREAIR An Eco-friendly Solution! Portable Units Ideal For Home & Business il’ Champ,™ our canine mascot, and the folks at Video King have a knack for sniffing out the latest technology and trends – with applications beyond the gaming industry. With the Catalytic PUREAIR Purifier, Lil’ Champ smells something good ... Fact, it’s something that would make “good sense” for anyone, be it Bingo hall, casino, restaurant, smoking room, hotel, a variety of businesses or private residence. These days, clean air is a premium. Note the smog alerts in major cities and health hazards related to toxins and second-hand smoke. According to the EPA, our indoor environment is two to five times more toxic than our outdoor environment. The Catalytic PUREAIR unit – a portable air purifier – now offered through Video King is just the solution, regardless the size or type of your venue. Need PUREAIR for your home or business? Just use your sniffer, like Lil Champ, and take a whiff of air. A human’s nose is very sensitive and can detect up to 10,000 smells. A dog, at least 1,000 times even more so ... The Catalytic PUREAIR purifier plugs into any standard outlet, pulling .93 amps per unit. Requiring no installation, just plug in and begin improving your indoor air quality. Often smell like a human ashtray once you leave a certain bar or casino, has Fido left his mark in places he shouldn’t go, not too fond of the fried fish permeating the air, or just plagued by seasonal allergies or other maladies, making it near impossible to breathe? With the Catalytic PUREAIR purifier, minimizing these unwelcomed odors and allergens – most importantly – safely and effectively – can be a breeze.Í Unlike other models on the market, this patented air purification process uses PCO (photo catalytic oxidation) technology and HEPA filtration to reduce 6 SPRING 2017 VKN – VIDEO KING NETWORK Service ––––– Continued From Page 5 ■ Favorite Drink: Xyience Melon Mayhem energy drink. I like it because it wakes me up, and I have no crash at all. It also gets me through long nights at the halls. I mostly drink water, though. ■ Favorite TV Show(s): “Supernatural.” The storylines are interesting. I like the characters, corny lines and how the main characters deal with mythical creatures. Things constantly change so you can’t miss an episode, or you will be lost. “Walking Dead.” It’s a great show. Just seeing how things unfold in a zombie apocalypse. “How I Met Your Mother.” Can’t ask for a better group of characters. All of them have their moments of hilarity and crazy situations. ■ Favorite Food: Sonoran-style Mexican food, Sushi and Italian pastas are an even tie for me. I can’t pick just one. I’ve grown up with a more Sonoran-style as opposed to Tex Mex. Not that I don’t enjoy that as well, but I love that flavor that just brings me back to great times with my family. ■ Favorite Movie: “Scott Pilgrim vs. The World.” It has a video game aspect that I like. ■ Most Daring Think You’ve Ever Done: A 180 in a sand buggy my grandfather made. I was in high school, and I have a witness. Ha ha. My dad just heard this story a couple years ago. I couldn’t tell him too soon, you know? ■ Best Invention Ever: Cell phones. From phone numbers, games, apps, e-mails to social media. It’s all done through cell phones now. Crazy how smart phones integrated into our lives the way they did. ■ What Would You Invent If You Had The Resources: Solar-powered cars that only need 5 minutes of sunlight to run for the next 24 hours. It would come standard with a UV hand-held light that plugs into the cigarette lighter so, in case you live in a less-than-shiny city, you can at least get around. ■ If You Weren’t In This Field: I would be a manager at Starbucks or Jamba Juice. They were my two favorite jobs I’ve had be- Service/See Page 7 Minimizing Hardware Failures Safe Shut-Down Procedures I Steve Dorsey • Tech Tips t is very important that we put in every effort to protect against failing hardware. There is no single solution to protect from hardware failure, but here are a few tips to help minimize these failures. 1. Safe Shutdown Procedures ■ Powering down correctly protects the file system and results in faster Steve Dorsey boot times. Whenever you need to power down a computer, including the Powerserver, points of sale or desk PC, it is important that you do so properly. This is normally done by performing a Shut Down System Procedure. Alternatively, if you are not planning on shutting down the entire system, you can power down an individual machine through the Windows Start Menu. ■ If your hall experiences a power outage, there is a possibility that some of the computers in your hall will remain on. This is because they are receiving back-up power from an Uninterrupted Power Supply or UPS. When a UPS starts supplying back-up power, there will typically be an audible alarm. These devices are in place to prevent damage from a sudden power failure, but they rely on a battery and will fail when the battery is exhausted. It is important that you properly shut down all of the equipment if the power does not return immediately. ■ With or without a UPS, there can be times when your area is experiencing conditions that may make operating undesirable. This doesn’t mean that you have to stop Bingo because of wind, rain or snow. However, if the power to your hall becomes unpredictable, it may not be safe to continue. If you find yourself in this situation, it would be best to contact the Help Desk to find out how to proceed. 2. Install A UPS ■ As mentioned earlier, Uninterrupted Power Supplies can supply emergency power in a power outage. Bull’s Eye –––– Continued From Page 3 posted on Facebook. Visit our Web site at VideoKingNetwork.com for details. To learn more about this year’s summit – with greatly expanded show floor and wider variety of exhibitors – contact Lesley Grashow at (203) 938-2782 or [email protected]. “The event offers a unique mix of networking, education and Southern You might find that, without a UPS, losing power for just a few seconds, will be enough to cause a considerable delay. If you think that this has happened at your hall, it may be beneficial to look at your options. Video King recommends using at least a 750 VA UPS for the Server and another 750 VA UPS if you plan on installing one on the desk. ■ If you have a UPS, periodically check the status lights to make sure that the battery doesn’t need replacing. ■ Remember that you should never plug a printer into a UPS. Printers draw a large amount of power from your UPS, which can overload it, and cause the computer to shut down unexpectedly. 3. Cleanliness ■ It is important that computers and electronics are kept clean for efficient operation. One way to make sure of this is to keep the surfaces around the equipment clean. Most electronics tend to attract dust, and if you keep the area around them clean, this will help to cut down on this. ■ Bingo consoles have a filter installed on the blower chamber. This filter should be replaced every three months. A dirty filter can cause poor ball performance and can potentially cause damage to the blower motor. 4. Maintenance ■ When you replace the blower motor filter, take time to oil the blower motor and check the static spring to ensure it is intact. ■ For the most part, with the exception of regular cleaning, the rest our equipment is practically maintenance free. 5. Be Prepared ■ There is nothing more aggravating, than finding out a piece of equipment has failed. If you have a computer that has crashed, the Help Desk may ask if you have a Recovery Disk and/or your version specific e-BOS Installation CDs. These disks need to be stored in a safe place. If you cannot locate these, please contact the Help Desk to request a copy. ■ Keeping spare equipment on hand is part of being prepared. Consider each piece of equipment, and whether it is essential to your Bingo session. If it is, consider keeping a spare. ■ For technical assistance, call our 24/7 Help Desk at (888) 246-4609 or e-mail us at [email protected]. hospitality – for those who want to be on the cutting edge of developments within the gaming industry,” Grashow said. “In addition to an exciting exhibition floor, it features compelling sessions and a qualified mix of industry professionals from all across the country as they debut the newest advancements in games, equipment and best practices on and off the gaming floor,” she added. Fact, the show brings together people from all facets of the casino industry: charity, military, commercial and non- commercial, as well as Tribal Bingo for education and networking. “How you experience this event is completely up to you,” Grashow said. “We’ve got it all - educational sessions, seasoned industry leaders, cocktail mixers and an unparalleled exhibit floor.” For a complete list of show events, please visit www.sgsummit.com. For further information on Video King, please call (800) 635-9912 or e-mail [email protected]. We appreciate your interest. And, that’s No Bull! SPRING 2017 Treasure Island ––––––––– Treasure Island Marina, located along the Mississippi River. Continued From Page 2 names for the amenities, such as Tradewinds Buffet and Mongo Bay. Our logo is the toucan, and we also incorporate two palm trees into marketing materials. ■ What makes TI unique among resort properties: We are unique because of Hotel Rooms & Suites where we are located along the Mississippi River and all that we can offer our guests. We offer our guests a variety of amenities from the casino, Bingo to yacht cruises, golf, indoor water park, national entertainment, conference room space and also high-end steak house and full service spa. We have it all ... ■ On average, how many people visit the resort: More than 3 million people annually. ■ Amenities Offered & Highlights at Treasure Island: • Casino – 2,200-plus slot, video poker and video keno machines. • Table games – Full range of table games in friendly surroundings including Blackjack, Three Card Poker, Ultimate Texas Hold’em, EZ Baccarat, Fortune Pai Gow, 21+3 Blackjack and Crazy 4 Poker. • Bingo – Latest in handheld electronic games in non-smoking and smoking sections. • Hotel – Currently we have nearly 500 hotel rooms that include standard rooms to customized suites. • RV Park – The RV Park features all the hook-ups and conveniences, including electricity, water and sewer at all sites, restrooms, showers, on-site laundry, dump stations and 50 percent admissions discount to The Lagoon. • Marina – We have 56 transient slips with docking up to 100 feet and 81 seasonal slips. • The Lagoon – Splish and splash your way to exciting family fun at The Lagoon water park. The Lagoon has two water slides, a zero-depth entry pool with a Toucan slide, a lazy river that loops around the park with rapids and a waterfall. The Lagoon also has an adult-only area with indoor and outdoor hot tubs and the only swim-up bar in Minnesota. There is also a concession stand. • Island Xtreme Bowling – 24 lanes of the latest automatic scoring and state-of-the-art sound and lighting system. • Mount Frontenac Golf Course – Beautiful 18-hole golf course, overlooks the scenic Mississippi River and Lake Pepin. • Spirit of the Water – The 100-passenger cruise liner will take you T VKN – VIDEO KING NETWORK Seeds Of Self Sufficiency Resown On Sacred Land he Mdewakanton Dakota Indians, or “those who were born of the waters,” have lived on Prairie Island for countless generations. This graceful land, with the wooded shores of the Mississippi and Vermillion Rivers, embraces a broad and fruitful prairie – a spiritual place for its people. Traditional cultural and spiritual ceremonies are filled with color and dance. The spirit is alive. ■ The Prairie Island Indian Community Members are descendants of the Mdewakanton Band of Eastern Dakota, also known as the Mississippi or Minnesota Sioux, who were parties to treaties with the United States from 1805 to 1863. ■ Barn Bluff, near Red Wing, circa 1840s – was of great importance to the tribe and served as both a landmark and a lookout point. ■ Prior to white settlers moving to this area, ancestors of the Prairie Island Indian Community were seminomadic people who lived along the Mississippi River. ■ In 1880, hope inspired some families to return to Prairie Island – to buy back small parcels of their ancestral home. Then in 1936, the federal government officially recognized Prairie Island Indian Community as a reservation, awarding them 534 acres. The seeds of self-sufficiency were once again being planted in these sacred grounds. on a relaxing tour down the Mississippi, while you sit back and enjoy the sights. • Wave Spa – Indulge your senses with a pampering treatment. Services include facials, massages, haircuts and colors, makeups, waxing, manicures and pedicures. • Dining options – We have a number of dining options where you can find just what you are looking for. From Island Perk coffee shop to Xtreme Café, Prime Thyme Sub, Mongo Bay Grill, to Currents Restaurant, Tradewinds Buffet and the upscale Tado Steakhouse. • Entertainment – We have both live national entertainment and also free weekend entertainment in Parlay Lounge. • Event Space – We offer 50,000 square feet of meeting and event space for tradeshows, conferences, weddings, banquets and so much more. We have a space that can accommodate your needs. ■ Has traffic increased over the years: Traffic has increased with the opening of the water park, The Lagoon, and Wave Spa and with Tado Steakhouse. These amenities round out the “resort” side of the business. ■ What kind of packages do you have: The packages vary according to season and what is being offered. Some of the packages we offer are: Wine Cruise Tour on the Spirit of the Water, Romance Package, Play & Stay (slots, Bingo), Getaway Package, Play & Stay Golf, Wave Spa Package, Ski & Stay and many more. We have something that will appeal to anyone. ■ Do you have a busy season: Attendance is steady throughout the year with peaks during special events or holidays. ■ What type of customers do you attract: Mostly regional. ■ What are the most popular aspects of the resort: The Lagoon water park has been very popular since its opening in early 2016. In the summer it may be Mount Frontenac, the RV Park and cruising the Mississippi on the Spirit of the Water. Treasure Island/See Page 9 7 Service ––––– Continued From Page 6 fore I started with the Bingo world. ■ How Do You Unwind: Pokémon hunting with my kids. They love walking around parks or driving through the city looking for them. ■ Life Motto: I’m a lucky man. ■ If You Could Go Back In Time: I would love to live in Hawaii in the ’50s and ’60s. Greg Noll rode what many at the time believed to be the largest wave ever surfed in December of 1969. After that wave, and the ensuing wipeout during the course of that spectacular ride down the face of a massive, dark wall of water. To watch that, would be epic!! ■ What Super Power Would You Like To Possess? Teleportation. ■ What’s On Your Bucket List? 1. Jumping out of an airplane. 2. Surfing in Hawaii or Disney World. 3. Watch Joe Rogan, Bill Burr, Joey Diaz, Henry Rollins and Bill Envall live. 4. Speaking fluently in Spanish, Portuguese and Italian. ■ Why Those Languages: I never took the time to learn Spanish, and it always bugs me because of my name people assume I speak it. I can understand where the conversion is going, but can never answer questions back in Spanish, and I would love to learn and teach my kids so they don’t have that gap in speaking with people as they grow older. I chose Portuguese because I would love to visit Brazil one day and be able to check out Carnival, or go to a Mr. Olympia Bodybuilding competition and talk with some of the athletes in their native language. My wife is part Italian and has family in Italy right now, so we are learning more and more to one day visit. ■ If You Could Change One Thing About Your Life? We would already have a home that is paid off. ■ What Are You Most Proud Of: My little family. ■ Happiest Day Of Your Life: Dec. 23, 2016. We were out riding at the Sand Dunes. It was the first time I had everyone in my family on a quad. Just driving around with my wife and kids each on a quad. Greatest moment! My parents, uncle, cousin and grandfather were there to cheer them on and help me capture the moment. Everyone had a blast, and going more is all I hear about now, which has been a dream of mine for the past six years. 8 SPRING 2017 VKN – VIDEO KING NETWORK Gaming –––– Continued From Page 1 “He really knows the Bingo industry,” said Stuart, who has known Sherwood in various capacities, as both friend and fellow worker, for more than 30 years. “He has a strong track record, has great relationships within the gaming industry, and really knows linked technology,” he said. Mutually beneficial, Stuart calls the move a win-win for our company, as well as our customers, as each team member shares their expertise. “Phil will serve as a complement to Video King’s dynamic sales team, who have already broken ground, implementing our Bingo equipment and electronic gaming systems in tribal, charitable, commercial and military markets across the globe, since the company’s inception back in 2005,” he said. Rusty Morin, Video King’s CFO, heartily agreed. “Phil has been in the gaming business, Bingo and slots combined, for more than 30 years, and in the Class II slot business nearly half that. He has developed many relationships in the industry, and has all the right business knowledge and attributes to be the right guy to help Video King launch a brand-new product line,” he said, in addition to our existing staff. Among Sherwood’s first projects will be the roll out of PokerNanza® Bingo, Video King’s latest patented game. Featuring multiple jackpots, PokerNanza combines the excitement of big Bingo prizes, along with the skill of Poker play. Here is where Sherwood will step in and take the lead. “My goal is to make Video King a major player in the Class II market,” he said. “I believe that there is a market for a Class II Poker product, and PokerNanza fills that need. Along with the product, having a portable device makes this product line unique,” he added. Welcomed by the entire Video King staff, Sherwood – as one can see – is no stranger to the Gaming/See Page 9 Senior Centers – Continued From Page 4 Again, flexibility is key for this product in this type of environment. The FlashPoint software can easily be loaded onto an existing laptop, then connected to an existing TV, and VOILA ... Now you have a modern-day, portable Bingo system. You can partner this system with a box of obsolete Bingo paper inventory, and, B-I-N-G-O, you have the perfect recipe for one of everyone’s favorite past times. Don’t forget we also offer roll cages, a large variety of Bingo balls ... And, lest we not forget the beloved DUKE SYSTEM! The Duke is our durable classic blower model that follows the same footprint as our 500 Series PowerPlay™ consoles. Coupled with our superior designed 4000 Flashboard, this system is priced right, simplistic to use, and one of the most reliable options available. Reach out to me today for more information on how you can tap into this market ... Or send your thoughts and ideas to [email protected]. Want to see what else we have in store? Simply visit our Web site: VideoKingNetwork.com. V The FlashPoint Bingo Display Video King has a simple solution for smaller-scale venues, the Flashpoint Bingo Display. Combining gaming ingenuity with our computer know-how, Video King has developed software, which can display a 75-number Bingo board onto a touch-screen PC. The computer also has a HDMI and VGA output, which means the same Bingo board image can be displayed onto one or more large-screen TVs. And, it makes no difference whether you use Bingo cards, a roll cage or random number generator to “call” the balls. For added pizzazz, an animated Bingo graphic can be activated, for a programmable number of seconds, by pressing the “Bingo Button” once Bingo is called. Facility Equipped For Manufacturing Projects Skilled Techs Offer Range Of Services ideo King can service most of your manufacturing needs. Our skilled technicians have been delivering quality products to government and independently regulated markets for many years. We can assist with ensuring your product will withstand the scrutiny of your customers. We will hand-finish and test all work before making available for your inspection. For further information, please contact Brian Jenkins, Manufacturing Director, at [email protected] or (800) 6359912, Ext. 6404. Following is a list of capabilities and services: Electromechanical Assembly, Repair &Testing ■ Surface Mount & Through Hole Soldering ■ PCB Component Repair ■ Wire Harness & Cable Assemblies ■ PDU Wiring & Assembly ■ BOM Creation & Organization ■ ESD Protected Work Areas ■ UL Listed, Product Assembly Inspections ■ Complete Electrical Testing ■ Quality Control Inspection Stats & Reports Computer Services ■ Hardware/Component Sourcing & Assembly ■ Custom Image Creation ■ Software Loading & Setup (On One Computer Or Many) ■ Services Available On All Microsoft & Android Platforms Logistics, Packaging & Shipping ■ Warehouse Storage, Including Routine Inventory Status Reports ■ Packaging Services - From Boxes And Pallets To Ocean & Rail Containers ■ Domestic & International Shipping Services Video King’s Facility ■ Modern, Secure, 25,000 ft² Temperature Controlled Facility In The Heart Of Omaha ■ Multiple Loading Docks, Including A Half Dock, For Ease Of Drop-off Or Pickup ■ Itemized, Detailed Invoicing ■ Terms Available ■ Friendly and Courteous Staff Open To Answer Any Questions Or Address Any Concerns SPRING 2017 Treasure Island ––––––– VKN – VIDEO KING NETWORK Gaming –––– 9 Continued From Page 7 Continued From Page 8 ■ How did you hear about Video King: We actually learned about Vide King through our paper and dauber distributor. We then took the time to do some research to see what was offered and how this product was better and how it would fit into our program at Treasure Island. ■ How would you rate Video King’s products and service: We have been very happy with the products offered and the customer service that Video King provides. When you change to a new system you know that there will be some kind of issues during the transition. Video King has been right there assisting in any way they can and helping us to Bel Air Bingo Console solve any problems as soon as possible. ■ How popular is Bingo: Bingo is where it all started here at Treasure Island, and it has remained popular with our guests since 1984. We have a great group of guests that attend Bingo on a regular basis. We have been working on the developing the younger audience, as well by doing promotions to make Bingo fun and exciting to that audience. ■ Given the choice of entertainment options, why do you think people enjoy Bingo: I believe Bingo is a great social entertainment experience. Our guests come here to enjoy the Bingo games, as well as have a chance to meet other guests and socialize with them. We have a lot of guests that have developed friendships, and they get together here for fun. ■ How big is the Bingo venue: Island Bingo seats 480 guests with the option to increase the seating to about 520 guests, by adding a few tables here and there throughout the hall. ■ Has it increased in popularity: I think the popularity of Bingo dropped for a period of time, but with the introduction of “Bingo Gone Wild” and the Cosmic Bingo sessions, I believe it is gaining popularity with the younger crowd. Treasure Island brings in celebrity guests to help with the “Bingo Gone Wild.” We have special appearances with our radio partners on specific nights, and it adds a whole new level of excitement for the guests. ■ What are the demographics: Our Bingo audience varies widely from the 50-plus group to the first timers, who are turning 18 and want something different to do that can be inexpensive and give them fun entertainment value for their dollar. ■ What are some of the more popular Bingo promotions: We have several promotions that have been very well-received, including trips, shopping sprees, smart TVs, designer hand bag Bingo, and most recently on New Year’s Eve, we gave away a new car to one lucky guest. These promotions proved to be highly successful and also brought in a larger audience to participate. ■ Describe your Bingo venue: Our Bingo hall has a great mix of smoking and non-smoking seats, as well as a concession stand we call “Blue Lagoon.” They serve everything from soups to sandwiches, fried food and salads. They also serve a select list of bottled beers for our guests. We have ball call/pattern monitors throughout the hall, so no matter where you sit you can see what ball is next, as well as two TriplePlay Flashboards and three digital Bonanza flashboards. Our caller desk is elevated so they can see the whole crowd as to not miss any Bingos. ■ How do you increase interest: We try to increase our attendance and interest by coming up with different promotions and new Bingo games. We have a great guest base that helps as well in telling us what they would like to see and play. We value their feedback, and they appreciate the fact that we listen to their ideas. ■ Any expansions or improvements: CHAMP-e Gaming Tablet We recently enlarged our non-smoking section and changed the location of the smoking and non-smoking sections. Now the caller, payout clerk, restaurant and the restrooms are in the non-smoking section. This has been a great hit with our guests. In January, we implemented a few new games and progressives to our Bingo program that we think will be a great addition to start off the new year. ■ How do Bingo managers/customers like Video King products: • The TriplePlay™ Flashboards: Our guests and team members alike think they are bright, crisp and easy to read and see. No burntout light bulbs to contend with any longer, so no one misses a number that has been called. • The CHAMP-e:™ We have had a lot of positive feedback with the CHAMP-e handsets. They are also crisp and clear with great graphics, and they are lighter than the Champ IIs, which is a plus. • The Bel Air™ Bingo console.The Bel Air is a great Bingo desk. It is very reliable and has a very good visual presentation. ■ What’s on your wish list: We are looking to add two more TriplePlay Flashboards to our Bingo hall, as well as trying to make it easier for our guests to The Lagoon get through the admission line. gaming industry, nor its major “players.” Born and raised in Toronto, Sherwood, now 56 and a resident of Austin, Texas, has 32 years of gaming experience in both the slots and Bingo industry. “I began in gaming in 1985 with Bazaar & Novelty and continued in the “family” with Bingo King and Stuart Entertainment for 20 years,” he said of his association with the Stuarts, considered a Bingo dynasty for many decades. At one time, the late Len Stuart, founder, was Canada’s leading Bingo equipment supplier and a vendor of disposable Bingo cards to Bingo King in the states. After acquiring Bingo King, Stuart merged his U.S. operations, becoming the states’ leading Bingo equipment supplier. In 1991, the company was officially renamed Stuart Entertainment, his brother, Tim, said. In 2005, Sherwood joined Multimedia Games, eventually becoming Vice President of Sales for the Eastern United States and Canada. For the past two years, he has been Director of Sales and New Market Development with Bluberi Gaming Technologies. Sherwood received his Business Administration Diploma from Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technologies in Toronto, but says his measure of success is “having a home, family and friends.” As far as the future of Bingo, Sherwood foresees the game will continue to evolve. And, by the same token, the gaming industry in general. “I see players looking for more community-style games – quests for millennial, video gaming type products. Playing on tablets will be the next major direction of the slot machine,” he said. When he’s not immersed in gaming, Sherwood, a family man, likes to spend time with his wife, Barb, and two sons, Alec, 18, and Jack, 15, watching hockey and any sport their children are involved in. Treasure Island Page 10 Gaming/See Page 10 The Bingo Venue An award-winning resort, Treasure Island is initiating an $86 million dollar expansion project, which will include two new hotel towers, featuring suites with floor to ceiling windows, an additional pool added to The Lagoon, new restaurants, new smoke-free casino and many renovations to the existing property, including the Buffalo Hotel Tower. Treasure Island Resort & Casino SPRING 2017 VKN – VIDEO KING NETWORK Gaming –––– PureAir ––––––– Continued From Page 9 Continued From Page 5 And, as we have, with other staffers, he was game enough to play our “get-to-know-you game” we feature in various newsletters – as he preps for this new venture. So, here goes ... Sherwood considers the telephone the best invention ever. If he had the resources he’d invent a time machine. Like a true Canadian, his favorite TV show is “Hockey Night In Canada.” His favorite get-away is a Northern Ontario summer cottage, where he could enjoy his favorite drink, a Manhattan, favorite food, a T-bone steak. What he’s most proud of are their sons. The happiest day of his life is today. And his favorite movie is “Tommy Boy.” Asked why. “It’s Sales 101,” he said. “Never Give Up.” Yep, definitely the right man for the position. To contact Sherwood, please call (800) 6359912, Ext. 6849 or e-mail him at [email protected]. to purify the air, No Ozone, a highly toxic substance, which calls for closing off the room to occupants, is used. Equally important, the air exchange rate. To get healthier indoor air, you need to change the air in the room to clean it, according to the unit’s manufacturer. For improved quality air, they recommend 4 to 6 air exchanges per hour. For 325 square feet, you get 6 exchanges per hour with this unit. For 500 square feet, you get 4. And, more purifiers can always be added to extend or improve coverage. These are just some of the many benefits, according to Peggy Hansen, a regional sales manager for Video King, who has scouted various products to enhance our customers’ gaming experience. Manufactured in the United States since 2001, the Catalytic PUREAIR purifier can plug into any standard outlet, pulling .93 amps per unit. And, they require no installation. You just take it out of the box, plug it in, and begin to improve your indoor air quality, she said. Match Play – Continued From Page 4 provided by the House was wagered before allowing it to be removed from the system. Other options are just as easy to set up, such as “cashout at any time” or “full buy-in must be wagered before cash out”... the possibilities are endless, but easy to control! We hope you’ll “match” our excitement about building this new level of participation in credit-based Bingo and Class II gaming ... Find out by adding Match Play & Free Play today – that’s The Latest Development! Key Benefits ■ Designed as a floor unit, the Catalytic PUREAIR purifiers can be positioned virtually anywhere – between slot machines, within hotel rooms, outside commercial kitchens or throughout your home or business. ■ Occupying little space, each unit is shipped factory direct, in a double-packed box, weighing 30 pounds and measuring 24”H x 24”W x 8”D in dimension. ■ The entire unit is guaranteed for two years, with the exception of the two filters and UV lamp. Based on normal usage, the $19 UV and $119 filter set need to be replaced once per year. Environments with heavier usage and occupancy, may need more frequent filter changes. No special tools or training is required for maintenance. Volume discounts may apply for the replacement filters. ■ Not only that, notably fast-acting, air quality improvements can be detected within the first hour of usage, according to the multitude of satisfied customers. Favorable Reviews “The number one complaint (from guests) is smoke. These things (air purifiers) made a night and day improvement in air quality so quickly.” - Dave Fuller, Hotel Director Peppermill Resort Spa Casino “We have three dogs and a son with allergies. The Catalytic PUREAIR unit has helped with the pet odor and my son breathes much easier. We keep the unit in the family room so everybody benefits.” - The Meier Family, Tahoe Donner, Calif. “At our facility, we use a laser treatment for taking care of foot problems, which has odor as a by-product of the treatment. The Catalytic PUREAIR unit takes care of odor problems and improves the indoor air quality at my practice. “Staff, patients and I are very pleased with the product. The unit is used in the treatment room 400 sq. ft. Smelly feet and odors from laser treatments are mitigated Treasure Island –––––––– by the Catalytic PUREAIR unit, as well as chemical odors including: alcohol, disinfectant, burnt skin cells,” - Dave Condon, DPM, Truckee Podiatry, Truckee, Calif. “They’re doing fantastic, We just ordered more, they are doing so good.” - Albert Johnson, General Manager, Gold Dust West, Reno, Nev. “The Grand Sierra Resort uses the Catalytic PUREAIR unit to reduce odors left by guests and pets. Ozone can be toxic so using the Catalytic PUREAIR unit is lung friendly to our guests and hotel workers. The hotel is pet friendly so they have to clean out pet odors.” - Pam Watts, Executive Housekeeper, Grand Sierra Resort “It’s been less than two weeks and the verdict is already in. These make a difference!” - Terry Boyle, General Manager, Winnemucca Inn and Casino “The Catalytic Pure Air system is the greatest. My niece and her husband have extreme allergies to dogs, before purchasing our system they couldn’t come to our home without popping Claritin. The system is so great we have one in our office. Our team of receptionists appreciate fresh clean air every day.” - Rena Zatica, Front Office Staff, General Manager “I got one of these last summer during the terrible fires because my husband already has compromised lungs. It made a huge difference for him. Now, it just quietly does its job and keeps the dog hair and dust out of the air for all of us. You need to try it!” - Yolanda Foster, Prospect Mortgage, Reno, Nev. To learn more, contact Video King at (800) 635-9912 or [email protected]. Breathe Easier. Volume Discounts Apply! Continued From Page 9 Side games that Video King offers are always on the wish list and may come to Island Bingo in the future. ■ Future plans: We always are looking at our program to make sure we have the very best games with the highest payouts. We will continue to always try and do this. ■ What are your best methods of advertising? Based on the message and the target audience, this will range from traditional newspapers and magazines to outdoor billboards, direct mail, radio partners or a variety of social media. These are all highly effective methods to reach our different audiences. ■ How do you incorporate social media: In Bingo we use Facebook to advertise and create excitement for some of our special events and Bingo Gone Wild. I believe it gets the word out to the younger crowd, as well as creating a buzz with certain events. Expansions & Additions Additions and renovations are determined by the Prairie Island Indian Community Tribal Council and the Treasure Island executive management. This planning along with regular guest surveys helps to determine the future amenities at Treasure Island. Some of the major additions include: Treasure Island Resort & Casino 10 Island Xtreme Bowling is state-of-the-art in light and sound. ■ 1984: Treasure Island Bingo opens ■ 1988: Treasure Island Resort & Casino opens ■ 1993: A 78,000-square-foot addition, which included valet parking, three restaurants, gift shop, players club, ballroom and entertainment center ■ 1995: Nearly 10,000 square feet of business offices are added ■ 2001: Nearly 200,000 square feet are added to the casino, including a new great entry, additional games and 60,000square-foot warehouse Treasure Island/See Page 11 SPRING 2017 VKN – VIDEO KING NETWORK 11 Treasure ––– Continued From Page 10 ■ 2008: The new Treasure Island Entertainment Center is added along with the new Eagle Tower hotel and the Island Xtreme Bowling Center ■ 2015: The Tradewinds Buffet is completely remodeled and the new upscale Tado Steakhouse opens ■ 2016: The Lagoon water park and Wave Spa open along with a new fitness center. Video King In the Class II market, there has never been an interactive Class II Video Poker game with the look, pay table and play action of a Las Vegas Video Poker game, until PokerNanza, a Class II game with all the attributes of a Class III game. Plus, it’s designed to be a multi-player, linked game, generating huge jackpots, in addition to the standard “Jacks Or Better” prize payouts and a Bingo prize payout. PokerNanza ––––––––– Continued From Page 3 So, bottom line, to attract players, the facility needs an authentic game. Like the players, the facility also desires a game with the capability that allows the player to throw away a winning hand, but for a different reason. The reason is profitability. While good players like the opportunity to better their hand and to increase their chances of winning a prize or a better prize, the house counts on players, who are not good players, players who make mistakes and play sub-optimally, to increase the facility’s profits. So, if a “Jacks Or Better” full-pay game is a 9/7 game, with a 97.5 percent theoretical payout, then poor play lowers the actual payout substantially, maybe to an actual payout of 92 percent or 90 percent, or even less. This means the win for the house could increase from 2.5 percent to 8 percent or 10 percent or even more, equivalent to the win from some spinning reel games. In the Class II market, there has never been an interactive Class II Video Poker game with the look, pay table, and play action of a Las Vegas Video Poker game, until now! Meet PokerNanza®. It is a Class II game with all the attributes of a Class III game. It is Bingo, but looks, plays and pays like a Class III, Las Vegas Video Poker game. Plus, it has huge jackpots or progressives – in the tens of thousands of dollars – in addition to the standard “Jacks Or Better” prize payouts, and a Bingo prize payout. Additionally, it is interactive and designed to be linked between sites for multi-site, multi-player game play. And, it plays fast. Play of 300- to 500-plus hands per hour are achievable, depending on how good the players are at making card-playing decisions. Hardware wise, PokerNanza has been coupled with the latest tablet technology, the CHAMP-e™ gaming tablet by Video King. ■ 2016: Groundbreaking for an $86-million dollar addition and renovation is announced. The addition will include two new hotel towers for an additional 300 rooms, which also include new suites with floor to ceiling windows, an additional pool added to The Lagoon, new restaurants, new smoke-free casino and many renovations to the existing property, including the Buffalo Hotel Tower. Honors/Awards Video King Cards are dealt face down to begin, then revealed. Players then touch cards they want to keep to create the best hand. Below, a Full House, a winning hand. Video King This hardware advance makes the game “player portable”’ and ideal for facility bars, buffets and Bingo halls, areas that are often underutilized. The game also has the necessary legal opinions, lab approvals and patents to support a facility’s regulator in the classification determination process. PokerNanza is a real win! For Bingo and Video Poker players, Indian Country and Bingo halls – anyone seeking to fill the need for a Class II Video Poker game. A Bingo game with a large existing player base. U.S. Patents 8,752,838 & 9,472,061. Domestic & International Patents Pending. Over the years Treasure Island and the Prairie Island Indian Community have received numerous awards including: Best Casino Editors Pick Award by Minnesota Meetings & Events, Celebrate Business Success Award, presented by the St. Paul Chamber of Commerce; St. Paul Chapter of the Disabled American Veterans presented an award for our commitment to the DAV and military organizations, for 16 years in a row, Midwest Gaming & Travel Magazine has awarded Treasure Island Resort & Casino Minnesota’s Favorite Casino/Property from their Reader’s Survey; National Kidney Association awarded our Executive Chef James Powers with an award to acknowledge his years of support, The American Diabetes Association presented an award to Treasure Island Resort & Casino and the Prairie Island Indian Community for their dedication and support to the ADA. 12 VKN – VIDEO KING NETWORK VKGS LLC Video King/VKGS LLC Video King Headquarters 1045 N. 115th, Ste. 200 • Omaha, NE 68154 VideoKingNetwork.com • Facebook.com/VideoKingNetwork 1045 N. 115th, Ste. 200 Omaha, NE 68154 Toll Free: (800) 635-9912 Local: (402) 951-2970 Fax: (402) 951-2990 SPRING 2017 PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID OMAHA NE PRINTCO GRAPHICS Manufacturing 7270 Pacific St. Omaha, NE 68114 Toll Free: (800) 525-8380 Facility: (402) 951-2970 Fax: (402) 315-3496 Florida Affiliates Tampa Office 9940 Currie Davis Dr., Ste. 122 Tampa, FL 33619 Toll Free: (877) 746-6087 Local: (813) 628-4020 Fax: (813) 628-4013 Fort Lauderdale Office 3402 S.W. 26th Terrace, Ste. 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