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TRY OUT POSITION MODE!
1. Press NEW GAME to reset the computer, and set
up the pieces in their starting positions.
Display: D.O'GG'GC!.
2. Press POSITION to enter Position Mode.
Display: -PGS-.
3. Press the White pawn down on Square E2, and
remove it from the board.
Display: D,A,-£c?.
4. Press that same pawn down on Square E3 to add
it to the board.
Display: D,A, + E3.
5. Press the Black Queen down on Square D8, and
remove it from the board.
Display: •,*,-d8.
6. Press that same Queen down on Square H5 to add
it to the board.
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Display: B.tt. + HS.
7. Press WHITE/- to change the color to move next.
8. Press CLEAR to return to normal game play.
For more details, see Section 6.2,
placed piece). Then press CLEAR to exit Position Mode.
dures. The computer will not permit you to set up an illegal position,
such as one where there are more than the prescribed number of
pieces for a normal game, or one where a King is in check and is not to
move. In such cases, the computer will simply beep when you press
CLEAR, and you will not be allowed to exit Position Mode. Check the
position using the PIECE SYMBOL KEYS, if necessary, and correct the
position (by adding a piece, removing a piece, or moving an incorrectly
7. TECHNICAL DETAILS
7.1 The ACL Function
Computers sometimes "lock up" due to static discharge or other
electrical disturbances. If this should happen, take out the batteries and
use a pin or another sharp object to press into the hole marked ACL in
the base of the unit for at least one second. This resets the computer.
7.2 Care and Maintenance
Your chess computer is a precision electronic device, and should not
be subjected to rough handling or exposed to extreme temperatures or
moisture. Be sure to remove the batteries before cleaning the unit. Do
not use chemical agents or liquids to clean the unit, as they may dam-
age the plastic.
Weak batteries should be replaced promptly, since they can leak and
damage the computer. Please also note the following regarding the use
of batteries. Warning: Use only alkaline or zinc carbon batteries. Do
not mix different types of batteries or new and used batteries. Do
not recharge non-rechargeable batteries. Use only the recom-
mended batteries or equivalent. Be sure to observe the correct
polarity when inserting batteries. Worn out batteries should be
removed from the unit promptly. Do not short circuit the supply
terminals.
7.3 Technical Specifications
Clock Frequency:
Keys:
LCD Display:
Batteries:
Power Consumption:
Dimensions:
Weight:
10MHz
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48-segment, 5-digit
4 x "AA" (AM3/R6) cells
330 mW maximum
230 x 182 x 40 mm
0.5kg
Please retain this information for future reference.
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The manufacturer reserves the right to make technical changes without notice
in the interest of progress.
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