N.J. Admin. Code § 13:69E-1.28X - Technical standards for automated shufflers

(a) Shuffler means an electronic product that has the capability to rearrange the playing cards to completely eradicate any prior pattern(s) introduced to the playing cards.

(b) Automated shufflers shall be secured in a manner which prevents:

1. Viewing of the cards being shuffled;

2. Tampering of cards being shuffled; and

3. The shuffler from leaving any marks on the cards during shuffling.

(c) If the shuffler is capable of recognizing rank and suit, it shall:

1. Not provide real time information that can be used to aid in the projecting of the outcome of the game; and

2. Have user access controls which restrict access to the history of game(s) played.

(d) Access to the shuffler's critical files, passwords, and configuration parameters shall only be permitted to authorized personnel.

(e) Shufflers shall be capable of detecting door access during shuffling. If access is detected during dealing, the shufflers shall halt the dealing process.

(f) Playing cards shall be shuffled in a random manner which prevents the presence of patterns.

(g) Each shuffler shall utilize a random number generator (RNG) in accordance with Division rules for RNGs.

(h) Every shuffler shall contain a mechanism which has the capability to internally authenticate the software files and/or support files have not been corrupted or altered prior to use or loading. Such mechanism shall prevent further operation of the shuffler if unexpected data or inconsistencies are found.

(i) Critical files including RNG shall be stored in unalterable memory mediums, write protected, or be equipped with sufficient controls that prevents software modifications.

(j) In the event of error, the shuffler shall cease operation and there shall be an appropriate indicator to notify the casino personnel. If a liquid crystal display (LCD) screen is present, a message describing the type of error shall be displayed.

(k) Shufflers shall implement a mechanism, such as game authentication terminal (GAT), to externally validate the shuffler's critical files including the RNG.

Notes

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:69E-1.28X