Protecting wagering game machines from electrostatic discharge

摘要

Techniques for protecting wagering game machines from electrostatic discharge are described herein. In some embodiment, a wagering game machine includes a wagering game controller configured to present wagering games upon which monetary value can be wagered. The wagering game machine can also include a button panel that includes a first printed circuit board (PCB) connected to an electrical ground and a second PCB connected to the first PCB by a conductive connector. The button panel can also include a display device connected to the second PCB, an actuator connected to the second PCB, a cap in contact with the actuator, wherein the display device is visible through the cap, and a bezel to retain the cap, where the bezel is coupled to a panel.

主权项

1. A button assembly configured to generate input for use in association with a wagering game, the button assembly comprising:
a printed circuit board (PCB) connected to an electrical ground path; an electronic display connected to the PCB by a conductive coupling, wherein the electronic display is configured to display video associated with the wagering game; a frame connected to the PCB to support the electronic display; a conductive cover for covering the electronic display, wherein the conductive cover includes a window through which the electronic display is visible, and wherein the conductive cover is connected to the conductive coupling; a switch actuator connected to the PCB; and a cap in contact with the switch actuator, wherein the cap is configured to move with the switch actuator in response to pressure, and wherein the cap is configured to cover the conductive cover, and wherein the display device is visible through the cap.