Playbridgedealer4 Dealing Machine- Plus
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We are the North American dealer, so we are only able to process orders shipped to the United States, Canada and Mexico.
PlayBridgeDealer 4 is the choice of the two largest bridge organizations in the world, namely the Dutch Bridge Federation and the ACBL but it is also widely used by clubs and teaching groups, both small and large, all of whom are looking for reliability and operational efficiency. However, PlayBridgeDealer 4 is far more than a card dealing machine, it is the key to the new World of Bridge.
Complete Stand-Alone Operation
Forget the hassle of connecting to a computer. The PlayBridgeDealer 4+ comes equipped with built-in memory and a touch screen operational panel, allowing you to set up and deal cards anywhere. Simply plug in a standard flash drive with your dealing data, and you’re ready to go. Perfect for clubs and groups without a permanent setup, this machine offers ultimate mobility and ease of use.
Highlights
- Read the face of standard playing cards (regular and jumbo print)
- Engineered for reliability, speed and accuracy
- Deals a random deck in just 5.5 seconds
- Produces hand records with Deep finesse analysis
- Produces basic hand records for either print or show on the club's website
- Accepts dealing data from other sources, such as Deal Master Pro and ACBL
- Reading hand shuffled decks rather than computer generated hands (simulates hand dealing)
- The cards do not need to be in order to use the machine,just take them out of the played boards.
- Offers the choice of two double dummy analyzers.
- Serves the visually impaired players by dealing Jumbo print or even Braille cards.
Below are some links to helpful information regarding the dealing machine.
To download the Dealer4 manual please click here.
For detailed information and FAQs click here.
- Lightning-Fast Dealing: Speed up your games with precision dealing that takes just 5.5 seconds per board. With a remarkable capacity to deal up to 250 boards per hour, the PlayBridgeDealer 4+ guarantees you’ll never have to wait between rounds. Ideal for large clubs or busy events, it’s engineered for speed and accuracy every time.
- Deep Analysis with Hand Records: This dealer does more than shuffle—it provides detailed hand records with Deep Finesse analysis. Whether you’re training or hosting tournaments, these features bring professional-level insights right to your club. The machine is compatible with popular software like DealMaster Pro and ACBL data formats, ensuring smooth integration with existing systems.
- Inclusive and Accessible: PlayBridgeDealer 4+ supports standard, jumbo print, and even Braille cards, making it accessible to visually impaired players. Everyone can enjoy the game, thanks to its thoughtful design that accommodates various card types without needing barcoded or specially marked decks.
- Durable and Built to Last: Built with a stainless steel chassis and direct drive brushless motors, the PlayBridgeDealer 4+ is designed for long-term, low-maintenance operation. With its powerful 200MHz DSP processor, this machine guarantees accuracy, making it a reliable choice for clubs and organizations looking to minimize downtime and errors.
- Flexible File Compatibility: From BRI to PBN file formats, the PlayBridgeDealer 4+ offers extensive compatibility with external dealing data sources, making it easy to integrate with third-party software. Plus, it can read shuffled decks directly, offering the authentic feel of hand-dealt cards.
- Compatible with Windows XP/Windows/Vista/7/8/10 or higher
- Supports BRI,BGE,BRE,DUP and PBN file formats,enabling users to draw on external sources of dealing data and/or generation.
- Constructed to provide long and reliable operation, with a stainless steel chassis, direct drive brushless motors, powerful 200MHz DSP processor and full control of card movement to eliminate the production of inaccurate boards.
- The Optical Card Recognition System (OCRS), removing the need for expensive bar-coded or specially marked cards. The OCRS uses a video camera and a DSP processor to analyze the image of a card (number and suit), prior to directing it to the correct dealing gate.
- Primarily designed to be used with plastic Dealing Boards and whilst we recommend the use of these boards as the simplest and fastest way of preparing boards, we are aware the many clubs have stocks of usable closed boards or wallets. Due to this and the unique design of PlayBridgeDealer4, we provide a special Acrylic Insert (platform) to use in place of the opening board, allowing manual transfer to wallets or closed board.
- The PlayBridgeDealer4 software can also read various file formats providing easy interface to third party Bridge Dealing/Analyzing software like DealMaster Pro and downloadable dealing data.
- Time of dealing 1 board: 5.5 seconds
- Dealing capability: 250 boards per hour
- Card dimensions: 2.25" x 3.5"
- Dimension: 15 inches x 7 inches x 6.5 inches
- Weight: 17 lbs
- Power usage: average during dealing - 20W, max - 57W
- Power supply: input (mains) 100-240V 50-60Hz, - output (machine connection) 19V/3ADC
Each PlayBridgeDealer 4 (or PlayBridgeDealer 4+) package comes with:
- 8 Sets of 36 Barcode Labels for Duplicate Boards (#1-36)
- 1 Flash Drive with PlayBridgeDealer 4 Windows-compatible software
- Power Cord & Connection Cables: Includes power supply (Input: 100-240V 50-60Hz, Output: 19V/3ADC) and a cable to connect the machine to your computer (for PlayBridgeDealer 4 only)
- User Manual (Also available for download here)
- 2 Decks of All-Plastic ACBL Cards: These premium cards are designed for optimal use with the PlayBridgeDealer, running through the machine up to a full second faster than other cards
If you maintain the machine as outlined in the Maintenance Manual, any necessary repairs that may occur within 5 years of the date of purchase or 50,000 deals, whichever comes first, they will be handled by the manufacturer.
See Manufacturer's Maintenance Manual or website for further information and exclusions.
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We are the North American dealer, so we are only able to process orders shipped to the United States, Canada and Mexico.
PlayBridgeDealer 4 is the choice of the two largest bridge organizations in the world, namely the Dutch Bridge Federation and the ACBL but it is also widely used by clubs and teaching groups, both small and large, all of whom are looking for reliability and operational efficiency. However, PlayBridgeDealer 4 is far more than a card dealing machine, it is the key to the new World of Bridge.
Complete Stand-Alone Operation
Forget the hassle of connecting to a computer. The PlayBridgeDealer 4+ comes equipped with built-in memory and a touch screen operational panel, allowing you to set up and deal cards anywhere. Simply plug in a standard flash drive with your dealing data, and you’re ready to go. Perfect for clubs and groups without a permanent setup, this machine offers ultimate mobility and ease of use.
Highlights
- Read the face of standard playing cards (regular and jumbo print)
- Engineered for reliability, speed and accuracy
- Deals a random deck in just 5.5 seconds
- Produces hand records with Deep finesse analysis
- Produces basic hand records for either print or show on the club's website
- Accepts dealing data from other sources, such as Deal Master Pro and ACBL
- Reading hand shuffled decks rather than computer generated hands (simulates hand dealing)
- The cards do not need to be in order to use the machine,just take them out of the played boards.
- Offers the choice of two double dummy analyzers.
- Serves the visually impaired players by dealing Jumbo print or even Braille cards.
Below are some links to helpful information regarding the dealing machine.
To download the Dealer4 manual please click here.
For detailed information and FAQs click here.
- Lightning-Fast Dealing: Speed up your games with precision dealing that takes just 5.5 seconds per board. With a remarkable capacity to deal up to 250 boards per hour, the PlayBridgeDealer 4+ guarantees you’ll never have to wait between rounds. Ideal for large clubs or busy events, it’s engineered for speed and accuracy every time.
- Deep Analysis with Hand Records: This dealer does more than shuffle—it provides detailed hand records with Deep Finesse analysis. Whether you’re training or hosting tournaments, these features bring professional-level insights right to your club. The machine is compatible with popular software like DealMaster Pro and ACBL data formats, ensuring smooth integration with existing systems.
- Inclusive and Accessible: PlayBridgeDealer 4+ supports standard, jumbo print, and even Braille cards, making it accessible to visually impaired players. Everyone can enjoy the game, thanks to its thoughtful design that accommodates various card types without needing barcoded or specially marked decks.
- Durable and Built to Last: Built with a stainless steel chassis and direct drive brushless motors, the PlayBridgeDealer 4+ is designed for long-term, low-maintenance operation. With its powerful 200MHz DSP processor, this machine guarantees accuracy, making it a reliable choice for clubs and organizations looking to minimize downtime and errors.
- Flexible File Compatibility: From BRI to PBN file formats, the PlayBridgeDealer 4+ offers extensive compatibility with external dealing data sources, making it easy to integrate with third-party software. Plus, it can read shuffled decks directly, offering the authentic feel of hand-dealt cards.
- Compatible with Windows XP/Windows/Vista/7/8/10 or higher
- Supports BRI,BGE,BRE,DUP and PBN file formats,enabling users to draw on external sources of dealing data and/or generation.
- Constructed to provide long and reliable operation, with a stainless steel chassis, direct drive brushless motors, powerful 200MHz DSP processor and full control of card movement to eliminate the production of inaccurate boards.
- The Optical Card Recognition System (OCRS), removing the need for expensive bar-coded or specially marked cards. The OCRS uses a video camera and a DSP processor to analyze the image of a card (number and suit), prior to directing it to the correct dealing gate.
- Primarily designed to be used with plastic Dealing Boards and whilst we recommend the use of these boards as the simplest and fastest way of preparing boards, we are aware the many clubs have stocks of usable closed boards or wallets. Due to this and the unique design of PlayBridgeDealer4, we provide a special Acrylic Insert (platform) to use in place of the opening board, allowing manual transfer to wallets or closed board.
- The PlayBridgeDealer4 software can also read various file formats providing easy interface to third party Bridge Dealing/Analyzing software like DealMaster Pro and downloadable dealing data.
- Time of dealing 1 board: 5.5 seconds
- Dealing capability: 250 boards per hour
- Card dimensions: 2.25" x 3.5"
- Dimension: 15 inches x 7 inches x 6.5 inches
- Weight: 17 lbs
- Power usage: average during dealing - 20W, max - 57W
- Power supply: input (mains) 100-240V 50-60Hz, - output (machine connection) 19V/3ADC
Each PlayBridgeDealer 4 (or PlayBridgeDealer 4+) package comes with:
- 8 Sets of 36 Barcode Labels for Duplicate Boards (#1-36)
- 1 Flash Drive with PlayBridgeDealer 4 Windows-compatible software
- Power Cord & Connection Cables: Includes power supply (Input: 100-240V 50-60Hz, Output: 19V/3ADC) and a cable to connect the machine to your computer (for PlayBridgeDealer 4 only)
- User Manual (Also available for download here)
- 2 Decks of All-Plastic ACBL Cards: These premium cards are designed for optimal use with the PlayBridgeDealer, running through the machine up to a full second faster than other cards
If you maintain the machine as outlined in the Maintenance Manual, any necessary repairs that may occur within 5 years of the date of purchase or 50,000 deals, whichever comes first, they will be handled by the manufacturer.
See Manufacturer's Maintenance Manual or website for further information and exclusions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most Dealer4 owners use Microsoft Windows-based laptop computers with a Windows operating system. Please see dealer4.com, Support tab, ‘Dealer4 PC Software’, and download and follow the “Dealer4 PC Software Installation” Instructions for your Windows version (use the Windows 10 instructions for computers with Windows 11 or later versions).
A Dealer4 model dealing machine can be used with most Apple Macintosh type computers as well. These Apple computers can run the Dealer4 software — it is required to run the software under Windows using, for example, Parallels. At present, only Apple computers based on Intel processors can operate the Dealer4 machine via the USB connection. The newest Apple laptops that use ARM-based processors M1-M4 (e.g. Macbook Air, some Macbook Pros) cannot connect to and operate the Dealer4 machine.
The Dealer4+ model does not need to be connected to a computer during the dealing process. It offers all of the features of the Dealer4 and has its own built-in memory and touch screen operational panel. So the Dealer4+ model can be used with a Windows or Apple computer without a connection between the dealing machine and computer. This offers those who don’t have a fixed base for their dealing machine greater ease of mobility, handling and operational set up. The dealing data is just plugged in to the Dealer4+, using a standard flash drive, and away you go!
Navigate to the Dealer4.com web site and click on the ‘Support’ tab, and you will find the software and manuals available for download. We recommend using the latest PC Software (version 4.82 as of November 2023) – the version you are currently using is shown in the lower left hand corner of the screen when you run the program. We also recommend downloading and perusing at least these two manuals
As an example of the lifespan of a Dealer4, the first machines that were sold over 15 years ago (2008), are still providing good service to their original owners. Some of these machines have dealt more than 500,000 boards. We see no reason why our machines cannot do double this if they are well maintained by the customer and sent in for service at regular intervals. We recommend having a service at the 50,000 board mark, or every 3 years.
Regular cleaning of the machine is a necessity to maintain good performance and long life. Cleaning instructions are provided on the “Care & Cleaning” page of this web site. Detailed instructions with illustrations are also contained in the Maintenance Adjusting and Cleaning Manual v1.1 on the Dealer4 .com web site, Support tab, Manuals.
Besides cleaning the machine, software updates are made periodically that can help your machine’s performance. Download the latest operating software and machine firmware from the dealer4.com web site.
We recommend having your machine serviced by your nearest Service Center every 3 years or every 50,000 deals, whichever comes first.
The current warranty for machines sold since 2016 is provided on the Playbridgedealer4.com web site and covers malfunctions that may occur within the first 5 years or 50,000 deals of use, but not normal wear parts such as the rubber rollers which can occasionally wear out earlier than 50,000 deals.
Used machines are fairly rare, as they seem to last forever and owners tend to keep them. There is always some demand for used machines, and they hold their value quite well. The Virginia service center (bingham.rick@gmail.com) buys, refurbishes, and sells used machines to customers that want them. Because of the limited availability of used machines, we often recommend buying a new machine if you can afford it, knowing that there is a strong market for the machine if years from now you decide you no longer need it.
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Provides information about care and maintenance, how and what the customer should clean to keep the machine in good working order, operating tips, answers to frequently asked questions (including troubleshooting advice), and obtaining recurring or repair service.
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Software for download, operating and maintenance manuals, and other information from the PlayBridge Dealer4 design and manufacturing team.
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Videos about getting started, cleaning, and board production, software, operating and maintenance manuals, and information from the PlayBridge Dealer4 sales and marketing team.