Saitek Expert Travel Chess manual Basics of Option Mode Hereõs HOW

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THE BASICS OF OPTION MODE: HEREÕS HOW!

1. Press OPTION repeatedly to

 

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TIO

x1 = OPERATION MODE (Auto...)

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O

 

select a Mode.

 

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TIO

x2 = PLAYING MODE (SEL...)

 

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O

 

 

 

 

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2. Next, select your option(s), using the Option Chart below. There are two ways to do this.

• Cycle through the options within that mode:

 

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x3 = ROTATING DISPLAY MODE (rd:1...)

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x4 = BRONSTEIN CLOCK (bron...)

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• Press BLACK/+ to cycle

forward.

• Press WHITE/Ð to cycle backward.

• When your option is displayed, press ENTER to toggle it on (+) or off (Ð).

(For the Bronstein Clock, press ENTER repeatedly to select a time setting.)

OR, simply locate your option square and press one of the pegged pieces down into the hole to toggle that option on (+) or off (Ð).

(For the Bronstein Clock, press Square A4 repeatedly to select a time setting.)

3. Finally, press CLEAR to

 

 

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exit Option Mode, using

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E

 

your new option(s).

 

 

 

 

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BRONSTEIN CLOCK OPTIONS

ROTATING DISPLAY OPTIONS

PLAYING MODE OPTIONS

OPERATION MODE OPTIONS

x5 = back to OPERATION MODE...

A5

 

Bronstein

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clock

+b0:01 .+b0:02 .+b0:03 .+b0:05 .+b0:10 .+b0:20 .+b0:30

 

-bron

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A4

B4

C4

D4

E4

F4

G4

H4

 

Variation

Variation

Variation

Variation

Position

Depth &

Nodes

Time per

 

 

 

 

to ply 1

to ply 2

to ply 3

to ply 4

Evaluation

Moves

Searched

Move

 

 

-rd:1

-rd:2

-rd:3

-rd:4

-rd:E

-rd:d

-rd:n

-rd:t

 

 

A3

B3

C3

D3

E3

F3

G3

H3

 

 

Selective/

Easy

Random

Book

Full

Passive

Active

Tournament

 

 

Brute Force

Mode

Play

On/Off

Book

Book

Book

Book

 

 

+SEL

-EASY

-rand

+book

-bk:FL

-bk:Pa

-bk:at

-bk:tn

 

 

A2

B2

C2

D2

E2

F2

G2

H2

 

 

Auto

Sound with

Silent

Coach

Ticking

Countdown

Play White

Auto Power

 

 

Answer

Keypress

Mode

Mode

Clock

Clock

from Top

Down

 

 

+AuTo

+SNd

-SIL

-Co:ch

-tic

-c:dn

-toP

-aPd

 

 

A1

B1

C1

D1

E1

F1

G1

H1

 

For more details, see Section 5.

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Saitek Expert Travel Chess manual Basics of Option Mode Hereõs HOW

Expert Travel Chess specifications

The Saitek Expert Travel Chess is a remarkable chess set designed for enthusiasts who value both portability and advanced gameplay features. This compact chess set seamlessly blends functionality with modern technology, making it an ideal companion for chess players on the go.

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Additionally, the set is equipped with a comprehensive move database that enables players to explore various opening strategies and endings. This feature not only enhances the learning experience but also allows players to analyze past games, improving their tactical understanding.

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