The "e.V.o. lution Revolution" is upon us as Merit announces the release of four major new products and a full range of new features that will help lead the coin operated amusement industry to further growth and success. The products were unveiled at the AMOA show in Las Vegas today. "We have never had a product release so powerful," said David Logan, Merit's C.E.O. "Both the hardware and the software are revolutionary and truly meet operators' needs to sustain and grow locations." Merit's new countertop touchscreen innovation, the Megatouch® e.V.o.™ was unveiled at the 2003 AMOA Show. Merit's most compact and stylish product to date has taken the attributes of the popular Vibe™ and proven Elite™ countertops and combined them into one self-contained package. The new product has eliminated the separate processor unit required for the Vibe while retaining its incredibly sleek profile. As a result, the Megatouch e.V.o. is a product that can be placed virtually everywhere, with no installation.
One new operator feature is a convenient-access update port that makes it easy to keep the Megatouch e.V.o. at the latest software version. Each e.V.o. also contains Merit's new patent pending "Watchdog" System™ - a second CPU that monitors the main CPU to detect any problems and ensure continuous uptime. Merit has included a factory-installed modem in each Megatouch e.V.o. for connecting operators to the benefits of Merit's MegaNET™ and TournaMAXX™ network services, and is offering 3-months free base subscription to the MegaNET service in a limited time promotion, with every e.V.o. purchase. With its patent pending "Revenue Tower"™ engineering, Megatouch e.V.o. is available with a 500 capacity Mars bill acceptor/stacker, as a coin only, or both. Combining crystal-clear flat screen technology with the appeal of a completely restyled upright cabinet, Merit introduces the Megatouch Fusion as the upright game of choice for street locations. Perfect for travel centers, arcades, and truck stops, the affordable Megatouch Fusion upright cabinet has been designed with a smaller footprint, yet maintains the comfort and approachability that players expect, and the durability that operators expect. With a 700 bill Mars bill acceptor/stacker and a 4,600 coin capacity, the Megatouch Fusion is built to last for years of reliable operation. The Megatouch Fusion also has an internal shelf to accommodate a ticket dispenser, printer, MegaTunes™ music system and much more. The Megatouch Fusion also includes the patent pending "Watchdog" multiple CPU system.
Delivering the most comprehensive software upgrade to date, Merit Industries, Inc. proudly releases the Force 2004™ and Maxx Sapphire™ editions for Megatouch. With 21 new games on the Force 2004 and 16 new games on the Maxx Sapphire, these software packages add continued high-earning value to operators' existing machines. Merit brings a family of new and addictive games in all categories, such as Card Bandits, Word Dojo, Gin Rummy, Trivia Treasure, Domino 5, and much more! A key element of the new operator features found in Merit's new software is the Cash Settlement screen. This operator-controlled feature provides the easiest method for the operator to document costs, which can come off the top of the collections. Simple for the route collector and location management to understand, the cash settlement screen assists operators in covering the costs of operating Megatouch to the highest earnings levels. The new system can show costs related to the software update, hardware fees, license fees and MegaNET fees.
Breaking new ground in progressive operating, the new Merit software for Force 2004 contains a "Coinless Coin-Op" feature. By allowing the operator to set the game on time-based play or per-play mode, no money is needed by patrons to enjoy their favorite Megatouch games. Locations have a pin number, supplied by the operator, for activating games and adding the amount of play onto the customer's food or beverage bill. Simple bookkeeping allows the operator to invoice the location for the amount of play and collect without the hassle of counting bills and coins at the location. Perfect for chain locations, new-style locations and party game rentals, Coinless Coin-Op opens up a fresh new way to operate Megatouch games. To support updating to Merit's hot new software releases, the company has teamed up with Firestone Financial to provide an economical finance program to operators. With no down payment, no-payment for 60 days and 11 months of spread-out equal payments, this is a great way to let the earnings pay for the cost of the upgrade kits. A special low interest rate is offered for operators to take advantage of all the benefits from Force and Maxx!
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