NAMCO PAC-MAN BALL Manual Del Usuario página 41

The payout rate may change suddenly in a new machine due to
wearing-in caused by coins in the initial period of operation and
the natural stacking of coins on the playfield. To maximise
income, it is very important that following the installation of this
game, the payout rate is checked regularly, and when necessary
adjusted.
(see 5-7-7-3 page 65
page 43 'Adjustment of the Payout Rate)
Even after the game has been operating for some time, it is
advisable to regulary check and adjust the payout rate as the
following can all cause the payout rate to change.:
Coin Factors
Environmental Factors
Age Related Factors
It is recommended that the Payout is set to approx:
If the payout is set too low, the game may generate a higher profit
for a given number of coins played, but may deter repeat players.
With the payout set higher, the profit may be less but the game
can attract more players generating a higher turnover. This is
especially true in a site with regular customers.
'Field Payout measurement mode' and
Coin diameter, coin thickness, coin
weight and coin surface patterns.
Temperature, humidity and the level of
the machine.
Dirtiness of Coins, dirtiness of the
Playfield and scratches to the Playfield.
72% (Field Payout Rate: 40%) for 2p games
80% (Field Payout Rate: 44%) for 10p games
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