TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Important information ........................3 1.1 Safety notes ..........................3 1.2 Notes on handling batteries ......................3 1.3 Notes on cleaning ......................... 4 1.4 Notes on power supply operation ....................4 1.5 Package contents .......................... 4 1.6 Using the chess pieces ........................4 1.7 Device description .........................
1. Important information Before using this device, please read the following safety notes and operating instructions completely, and pay careful attention to them. Please store this user manual with the device, so that you can refer to it later if needed. If you later give this device to another user, please also give them this manual.
Do not use solvents or other aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents, as these can damage the device’s surfaces and lettering. 1.4 Notes on power supply operation You can also operate ChessGenius Pro using an AC adapter. Make sure to only use the M811 adapter, available as an optional accessory from Millennium 2000 GmbH via www.computerchess.com The port is located on the bottom side of the device, approx.
The computer will continue to function correctly. 1.7 Device description The ChessGenius Pro chess computer features a game board with 64 pressure-sensitive squares on which to position the pieces and enter playing moves. It also features an LCD display that shows the state of play and position of playing pieces, as well as providing further information.
Short for ‘Enter’. This button confirms the entry currently shown in a menu. RESET button Sometimes, due to electrostatic charges, other types of electrical interference or after inserting batteries, computers do not function correctly. Should this occur, push a thin object into the RESET opening in the base of the computer and press it into the opening for about 1 second.
2.2 Selecting the language This chess computer’s display can show its messages in one of the following 7 languages: Language Shown on display German Deutsch English English French Français Italian Italiano Spanish Español Dutch Nederlds Russian Pусский If, after first switching on the device, you wish to select a language, press or until the desired language is shown.
Calculation depth and number of moves analysed Example: 8 15/39 ChessGenius Pro has computed 8 half-moves (that is to say, 4 white and 4 black moves) in depth, and has currently analysed 15 of 39 possible moves 3 x INFO:...
CL. 3.5 Tips (HINT) If you would like to receive a tip from the computer, simply press HINT. ChessGenius Pro’s suggestion is shown on the LCD display for approximately 6 seconds. You are free to decide whether to follow the computer’s suggestion or not.
(‘Fun 1’ is the easiest of these levels and ‘Fun 9’ is the most difficult) 10 levels with an average ‘thinking’ time per move: ChessGenius Pro makes its moves within the specified average time. You have a choice of the following levels:...
First, as shown on the display, you need to revoke the last move that the computer made. Then ChessGenius Pro begins to make calculations, and plays the move that it regards as being the second best.
After selecting one of these options, pressing the CL button will return you to this submenu, and pressing the CL button again will return you to the main menu, so you can continue the game as normal. You can find detailed descriptions of ChessGenius Pro’s special functions below. 4.6.1 LANGUAGE To change the display’s language setting:...
4.6.5 ECO If you turn the ECO function off, ChessGenius Pro calculates its moves even when it is not currently its turn. In such cases, the strength of its playing can be considerably greater, but on the other hand,...
The screen shows one of the following: ECO The computer does not make calculations when it is your turn to play ECO – The computer gains extra calculation time while you are calculating your own moves Note: In fun levels 1–9, the ECO function is always turned on (even if the display indicates otherwise).
Directive 2012/19/EC. Suitable parts of the device will then be recycled, reducing environmental pollution. For more information, please contact your local waste disposal company or your municipal administration. 6. Technical specifications PRODUCT: ChessGenius Pro chess computer with LCD display, operated with batteries or power adaptor ITEM NO: M812 BATTERIES: 3 x R6/LR6 (AA, Mignon), 1.5 V...
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