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Summary of Contents for Saitek Pro Bridge 311
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Page 1: User Manual
Pro Bridge manual final.qxd 2/8/2006 11:42 AM Page 1 Saitek Pro Bridge 311 User Manual... -
Page 2: Quick Start
Pro Bridge manual final.qxd QUICK START To enjoy a game of Bridge right away, without reading the entire manual first, simply follow these Quick Start steps! Locate the battery compartment in the base of the unit, and slide the cover off in the direction of the arrows. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Pro Bridge manual final.qxd TABLE OF CONTENTS QUICK START INTRODUCTION KEYS AND FEATURES 1. GETTING STARTED: THE BASICS 1.1 Power On 1.2 Get to Know the Menu System 1.3 Ready? Time to Deal! 1.4 Learn to Bid… 1.5 …and Learn to Play! 1.6 Checking Out the Results a. - Page 4 Pro Bridge manual final.qxd 2/8/2006 11:42 AM Page 4...
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Page 5: Keys And Features
Pro Bridge manual final.qxd KEYS AND FEATURES LCD Display: Shows game play/information. GAME/FUNCTION KEYS: • GO/STOP: Press to turn unit on/off. Current game is retained in memory when switched off, along with selected options. • HISTORY: Press repeatedly during or after game to review previous bidding and play. - Page 6 Pro Bridge manual final.qxd A LOOK AT THE LCD DISPLAY Dummy's Hand: Displays dummy's hand, or your hand for North if South is dummy. Also displays hands for North and East with repeated presses of VIEW HAND. Player/Position Indicators (w/ n/e/s): Flashing indicator indicates current player/position. No Trump Indicator South's Hand: Displays your hand for South, or dummy's hand if South is dummy.
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Page 8: Getting Started: The Basics
Main Menu. 1.3 Ready? Time to Deal! After pressing GO/STOP to turn the Pro Bridge 311 on, the display will show the Main Menu (PGSIBLR). If necessary, press ESCAPE until this display shows. Notice that the P is flashing, and Play shows on Line 2. -
Page 9: Learn To Bid
Pro Bridge manual final.qxd USING THE ESCAPE KEY: AN IMPORTANT NOTE! Pressing ESCAPE at any time during bidding or play (unless you're canceling a mode, as specifically directed), will result in the immediate termination of your current hand. Be careful not to press ESCAPE inadvertently during your game! Bidding systems... -
Page 10: And Learn To Play
Pro Bridge manual final.qxd 1.5 …and Learn to Play! Just as in a game played by four human players, the bids made will have decided who is to lead. The player with the highest bid is declarer, and declarer's partner is dummy. The player to the right of dummy leads the first card, and play then continues in a clockwise direction. -
Page 11: Checking Out The Results
Pro Bridge manual final.qxd Press ENTER to start play of the next trick. Enter a card, as before, and continue to play until all 13 tricks have been taken. 1.6 Checking Out the Results After the last trick has been won, the result will be shown. -
Page 12: Accessing The Deal Menu
ENTER again to see the score. At this point, pressing ENTER one more time will cause the computer to replay the hand, and you'll see Replaying displayed briefly. The Pro Bridge 311 now level. four). In this... -
Page 13: Computer Peeks
Then, press ENTER to return to the Main Menu. 2.5 Bidding Systems* [Main Menu Item: PGSIBLR] The Pro Bridge 311 is set to the American Standard 5-card major for both North/South and East/West. We hope to further enhance the feature, as described below, in future version of the product. -
Page 14: English/French? It's Your Choice
Pro Bridge manual final.qxd To select a bidding system: Press ESCAPE until you return to the Main Menu, PGSIBLR. repeatedly to select the letter B Press for Bidding systems. Press ENTER. Line 1 = 5AfF, with the current system for North/South flashing. 5 = American Standard (5th A = Acol (Acol) -
Page 15: Numbered Deals
3.2 Numbered Deals [Deal Menu Item: RNES] Your Pro Bridge 311 comes to you preprogrammed with thousands of numbered deals, which are accessed from the Deal Menu. Besides adding variety to your play,... -
Page 16: Edit Menu Options
Pro Bridge manual final.qxd 4. EDIT MENU OPTIONS As previously noted in Section 3.3, your computer allows you to choose from various types of editing options. Each of these options is described below. To access the Edit Menu: Press ESCAPE until you return to the Main Menu, PGSIBLR. -
Page 17: Changing The Dealer/Vulnerability
Pro Bridge manual final.qxd • If you enter more than 13 cards for any position, or if you enter a card that has been used, an error beep will sound. • If you enter less than 13 cards for any position, the computer will randomly fill in the additional cards when you play. -
Page 18: More Features To Explore
To continue, simply make another entry. 5.3 Need a Hint? Just Ask! Whenever you need help, the Pro Bridge 311 will be glad to oblige! Press HINT during the bidding or playing phase of the game, and the computer will display a suggested bid or play. -
Page 19: Game Memory
This clears the memory and resets the computer to its default settings. 6.2 Care and Maintenance Your Pro Bridge 311 computer is a precision electronic device, and should not be subjected to rough handling, extreme temperatures, or moisture. Be sure to disconnect the adapter (if applicable) and remove the batteries before cleaning the unit. -
Page 20: Conditions Of Warranty
God, or any use violative of instructions furnished by Saitek plc. Obligations of Saitek shall be limited to repair or replacement with the same or similar unit, at our option. To obtain repairs under this warranty, present the... -
Page 21: Appendix A: Bidding System Information
Pro Bridge manual final.qxd This warranty is in Lieu of all other expressed warranties, obligations or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS, OR LIABILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY. -
Page 22: Appendix B: Scoring Information
Pro Bridge manual final.qxd APPENDIX B: SCORING INFORMATION RUBBER BRIDGE SCORING: Score below the line for tricks bid and made: Spaces or Hearts: 30 per trick; if doubled, multiply by two. Diamonds or Clubs: 20 per trick; if doubled, multiply by two. No Trumps: 40 for first trick and 30 for each additional trick;... -
Page 23: Troubleshooting Guide
Pro Bridge manual final.qxd SYMPTOMS The unit doesn't react or behaves erratically. The display is dim or difficult to read. The computer seems to be bidding illegally. The computer is silent. No response or improper response when keys are pressed. The computer rejects the card you have selected. - Page 24 Pro Bridge manual final.qxd 2/8/2006 11:42 AM Page 24 Saitek Pro Bridge 311 V.1.0 05/10/05 © 2005 Saitek Ltd. Made and printed in China. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. CI04 www.saitek.com...
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