Saitek Kasparov Model 145 Cavalier (1988) Electronic Travel Chess Computer

ABOUT SAITEK KASPAROV CAVALIER MODEL 145 ELECTRONIC CHESS COMPUTER

SAITEK KASPAROV CAVALIER Electronic Chess Computer - picture taken from box.

KASPAROV QUOTE: Powerful program plus effective coaching and helpful analysis.

Includes a chess training program plus book. At maximum strength beats 90% of all chess players.

SAITEK KASPAROV CAVALIER Electronic Chess Computer - picture taken from box.

Your KASPAROV CAVALIER is a unique chess partner and coach. It is programmed to play chess with you and to teach you more about this great game. It automatically registers your moves on its built-in sensor chessboard, has 17 levels of skill and is specially programmed for fast response. The coaching features make it ideal for beginners and casual players who wish to improve their game.

In normal games the computer will monitor your moves and make sure that they do not violate the rules of chess. It will help you to learn different openings and suggest moves for you when you need help. If you are a beginner the computer will warn you when your pieces are threatened and if you are about to commit a blunder. It will allow you to take back moves and correct mistakes. In any situation the computer will show you the move it considers best and tell you what it thinks of the position.

With your KASPAROV CAVALIER chess computer you can learn and practice the easy way. It encourages you to improve your chess so that you enjoy the game more. Soon you should be able to beat the computer on the lower levels and switch to a higher one for more challenging games. Once you begin to hold your own on these levels you will know that you are a proficient player and have nothing to fear from average human opponents.

As your interest in chess develops you will want to take a look at the eight built-in chess games and solve the study positions with the help of the computer. This novel feature gives you interesting insights into high-class chess and many additional hours of pleasure with your KASPAROV CAVALIER chess computer.

KASPAROV CHESS: C A L - COMPUTER ASSISTED LEARNING

A 190 page booklet conceived and guided by the World Chess Champion, Garry Kasparov, who jointly with 3-time World Champion Mikhail Botvinnik runs the world's leading chess school in Moscow.

Published by the world's largest manufacturer of chess computer, this book contains the fruit of its experience with million of chess lovers around the globe. You will quickly grasp the basics and soon play with more zest with friends and computers. A practical book: play your chess computer with it and raise your understanding of the game of kings the fun way.

FOR EVERYONE WHO IS LOOKING FOR MORE FUN IN CHESS.

MAIN SAITEK KASPAROV CAVALIER MODEL 145 GAME CHARACTERISTICS

STRONG, TRIPLE INSTANT RESPONSE PROGRAM

Strong 16K program. Advanced 3-fold predictive capabilities means less waiting. Offers a tough challenge to over 90% of all chess players.

17 PLAYING LEVELS

4 Tournament levels with clock controlled play.
Blitz level.
3 specialist levels (problem solving, infinite analysis and 10 second chess).
9 casual levels (including a beginner's level).

TACTICAL ALERT COACHING

For intermediate players. Warns of dangerous combinations so you can adapt your tactics.

CAPTURE ALERT COACHING

For beginners. Avoid losing through simple oversights. So you can focus on creative play.

SPECIAL STUDIES

8 of chess greatest games to study in depth in conjunction with KASPAROV CHESS

SELF-RATING SYSTEM

See how you improve with practice with the built-in rating evaluator.

EASY TO USE.

Take back up to 8 ply.
Built-in clock for accurate time controls.
Sensory chessboard registers moves automatically.
Position verification, set up and problem solving to mate-in-10.

CONVENIENT

2 year memory: plays about 100 hours.
3 AM3/AA/R6 alkaline batteries (not included).

Excerpts taken from the SAITEK KASPAROV CAVALIER user manual and box.

Technical Specification

Saitek Kasparov Cavalier (1988)

Box

Computer Label

User Manual

Spacious Mind

Schachcomputer.Info

Active 2017

Tourn. 2015

1511

-

T1

T2

T3

T4

T5

Final

-

MANUFACTURER

PROGRAMMER

Saitek Industries

Julio Kaplan

1700 USCF

1988

$149.00

1450 SSDF

Year:

MFR ELO:

Original Price:

Wiki ELO:

Model #:

145

My Serial #:

A413075

Processor OEM

Hitachi

Processor:

6301Y

Speed:

Type:

8 Bit

8/4=2 MHz

ROM:

16 KB

RAM:

256 Byte

Battery Type:

3 x AA

Power Adapter:

Not Available

Display:

16 Board LEDs

Board Type:

Peg Sensory

Overall Size:

Board Size:

3.1/2x3.1/2 in

6.3/4x5.1/2x1 in

Options Select:

Button Select

Play Levels:

17

Opening Book:

5000 Half Moves

Take Back:

8 Half Moves

Position Setup:

Available

Position Verify:

Available

Move Analysis:

Display Info:

Available

Solve Mate:

Mate in 10

Save Game:

Available

Ponder:

Available

Search Depth:

20 Ply Max.

Provide Hint:

Available

Teach Mode:

Available

Change Sides:

Available

Active Level:

TM Level:

B

Infinite Level:

G

6

Hardware Specification

Game Features

Matchplay & Test ELO Ratings

Computer Game Rating

Rating Test

Other Computer Chess Ratings

USCF

Spacious Mind

Human Rating

USCF

CCR

CCNS 92

Ply

FIDE

USCF

-

1595

-

1646

1597

Class C Level Electronic Travel Chess Computer!

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Protective Cover (Open)