B.C. Glitching Lottery Terminals Pass Technical Inspection with Flying Colors

British Columbia Lottery Corporation seeks premium operation and performance at all times which calls for regular checkups of its lottery terminals. The corporation announced the official completion of recent technical inspection of its Self-Service Terminals in relation to the Quick Pick number generator system implemented in them. A testing lab received the task to inspect the devices and guarantee they comply with all standards of operation.

Lottery gaming is among the preferred gaming offerings available throughout the provinces. British Columbia players are especially fond of Lotto MAX and Lotto 6/49 and their generous cash prizes. One of the fastest and most convenient ways to purchase a lottery ticket for the upcoming weekly draw is via the aforementioned terminals that could be used independently anytime.

Less than a Month Needed for Inspection

Their proper operation is of utmost importance for the lottery corporation, which mandates an extensive inspection. It was confirmed that the system was tested not only in relation to Loto MAX but also when it comes to all lottery games available. Over the past couple of weeks, the devices were offline and players in bars and pubs were unable to use them.

However, it has been confirmed that the machines would launch operation as soon as possible, now that they have been thoroughly reviewed and inspected for unwanted glitches. The Quick Pick generator is among the most important features of a Self-Service Terminal. It guarantees that every ticket generated by the machine is unique and eligible for the potential generous jackpot.

When there are glitches, multiple tickets could have similar Quick Pick numbers printed on them. Such was the case reported mid-April, which prompted the urgent inspection of the technical devices. A player from Mile Zero purchased two tickets on two separate days via the said Self-Service Terminals but once they compared them it became evident that they have similar Quick Pick numbers.

Operation Would Commence as Soon as Possible

Such a glitch in the system had to be removed, in order to guarantee the integrity of gaming action, as well as the reliability of the devices. Soon after the reported problem, as many as 695 devices located in pubs and bars across the province had to undergo a thorough inspection. It should be pointed out that the system is independent and unrelated to the systems taking care of the particular draw results and payout.

The devices have been in operation in locations where alcohol is served ever since 2014 when they were first installed there. Liquor stores are also known for their operation. Printing two or more identical Quick Pick numbers is a possibility that could occur during the day-to-day work of the devices, but it calls for an obligatory checkup which would guarantee that this would not happen.

Third-party tech lab conducted the inspection confirming their appropriate operation. Pubs and bars are preferred locations for many British Columbians meeting friends. This brings celebration and the luck element that is often put to the test. With the help of the said Self-Service Terminals, many people have made their first steps in lottery gaming. Considered being a less harmful alternative to gambling this activity is popular among players of all legal age groups.