LAY
Twice a Month Publication for the Coin Operated Entertainment Industry
WBPA
Member Ousiness Publications Audit
CONTENTS/volume
9 , Number 11/June 15, 1983
FEATURES
38
Eliminate Coin Hassles
Two companies with computer era sounding names-lntec and ESAC-feature
systems that may take the coin out of the coin-op industry. Mike Shaw explains the
wo~ings of the two techniques. On page 40, Valerie Cognevich gives details on the
ITS system that strives to merge game accountability and security.
48
A Classy Arcade
Mary Claire Olakeman writes about the Good Times Entertainment and Food Empo-
rium located in Portland, Oregon. A black-tie benefit for the Portland Opera, a plush
interior, and an 80-person dining area contribute to Good Times' image.
60
Strong Hand
Who has control at your arcade? How do you handle sticky situations dealing with dis-
cipline and security? Gerald Walford . manager of a Maryland arcade. gives you pradi·
cal. wo~able tips.
DEPARTMENTS
6 Up Front
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Letters to the Editor
News
Equipment Poll
Tax Tips
Legal Hints
PR Problems/Pr' Solutions
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131
132
Snapshots
New Products
Aids to the Trade
Technical Topics
Classified
Puzzle
News Drlefs
Cover Credit: Hugh Armstrong of Cherokee Studio In Dlalne, Tennessee.