Saitek Chess Explorer manual Table of Contents, Introduction, LET’S GET Started

TABLE OF CONTENTS

QUICK START		3.6	Mate Search Levels
KEYS AND FEATURES			(Squares A6-H6)
INTRODUCTION		3.7	Training Levels
1. LET’S GET STARTED!			(Squares A7-H8)
1.1	First, Install the Batteries	4. INFO MODE: WATCH AND
1.2	Ready to Play? Here’s How to	LEARN
	Move!	Using Info Mode
1.3	Now It’s the Computer’s Turn	4.1	Principal Variation
1.4	Change Your Mind? Take Back	4.2	Search Information
1.5	Game Over? Why Not Play Again	4.3	Chess Clock Information
1.6	Too Easy/Hard? Change the	4.4	Move Count/Game Moves
	Level	4.5	Want a Hint? Just Ask!
2. MORE FEATURES TO EXPLORE		5. OPTIONS FOR FUN AND
2.1	Whose Move? Check the Display	VARIETY
2.2	Special Chess Moves	Selecting Game Options
2.3	Illegal Moves	5.1	Operation Mode Options
2.4	Check, Mate, and Draw	5.2	Playing Mode Options
2.5	Interrupting the Computer’s	5.3	Rotating Display Options
	Search	6. VERIFYING/SETTING UP
2.6	Changing Sides with the	POSITIONS
	Computer	6.1	Verifying Positions
2.7	Built-In Openings	6.2	Changing and Setting Up
2.8	Thinking on the Opponent’s Time		Positions
2.9	Game Memory	7. TECHNICAL DETAILS
3. THE PLAYING LEVELS		7.1	The ACL Function
Setting a Playing Level		7.2	Care and Maintenance
3.1	Normal Playing Levels	7.3	Technical Specifications
	(Squares A1-G2)	TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

3.2Infinite Level (Square H2)

3.3Tournament Levels (Squares A3-H3)

3.4Blitz Levels (Squares A4-H4)

3.5Beginner Levels (Squares A5-H5)

INTRODUCTION

Ready to enter the exciting world of computer chess? You’ve come to the right place! Your new computer offers so many game options, playing levels, and special features—you’ll never look at chess the same way again. The Quick Start at the front of the manual will get you playing right away, and you’ll find more details on basic game operation in Section 1. Once you learn the basics, be sure to go on and explore the rest of this manual, even if you normally don’t like to read instruction booklets. You’ll discover that this chess computer has all kinds of other interesting and fun-filled features that will delight you—we guarantee it!

Your new computer knows and follows all the rules of chess—you can be sure that it will never cheat. For those of you who haven’t played before, we have included a short overview of the rules to get you started. For more detailed information, why not visit your local library, where you’re sure to find lots of interesting chess books.

1. LET’S GET STARTED!

1.1First, Install the Batteries

Your computer runs on three “AA” (Type AM3/R6) batteries. Insert the batteries into the compartment in the base of the unit, making sure to observe the correct polarity. Use fresh alkaline batteries for longer battery life.

Turn the computer on by pressing GO/STOP, and a beep will signal that the game is ready to play. If the computer fails to respond (static discharge may cause it to lock up), use a paper clip or another sharp object to press down into the hole marked ACL in the base of the unit for at least one second. This will reset the computer.

Tip: To conserve energy and extend battery life, turn on the Auto Power Down option (see Section 5.1).

1.2Ready to Play? Here’s How to Move!

Okay, now it’s time to start a game! It’s easy—just follow these steps:

a.Press GO/STOP to turn the computer on, if you haven’t already done so.

b.Press the CLEAR and ENTER keys together to reset the unit for

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