ABOUT NOVAG SAPPHIRE II MODEL 38601 ELECTRONIC TRAVEL CHESS COMPUTER
The NOVAG SAPPHIRE II is the world's strongest Travel Chess Computer running on H8 RISC-Style processor with 160K program memory and 129K working area. It offers an array of new features and has also incorporated Hash-Tables to significantly improve the chess computer's play, especially the end-game play.
The SAPPHIRE II is also compatible with the NOVAG SUPER SYSTEM. This will enable it full thought process to be recorded on a PC (most types) or the game to be displayed or recorded onto a domestic TV through the NOVAG DISTRIBUTOR and the TV-Interface (optional). Watch as your chess gains a whole new dimension.
Connection to the NOVAG UNIVERSAL CHESSBOARD
Challenge your NOVAG SAPPHIRE II on this beautiful, full-sized wooden auto-sensory chessboard. It also can be connected to any PC and therefore it is compatible with most of the popular chess software-programs. WChess, Chess Genius, Fritz, Mephisto Advantage, Rebel 7 etc. It can be upgraded the minute new exciting chess software is available. Enjoy your favorite chess software and play a game of chess the traditional way instead of using the keyboard or mouse of your PC.
The NOVAG SAPPHIRE II is the travel equivalent of the NOVAG DIAMOND II.
MAIN NOVAG SAPPHIRE II MODEL 38601 GAME CHARACTERISTICS
- A huge array of features and an elegant easy-to-play SENSOR CHESSBOARD assure lasting pleasure.
- Strong H8 RISC style processor with 160k program memory and 129k working area, running at 32 MHz.
- 56 play levels to match your skill including Blitz, Tournament, Training, Analytic and Novice levels.
- High-speed Selective Search or powerful Brute Force program - choose between the two.
- 64 preset playing levels and unlimited independent level settings for Black and White.
- The cleverly arranged 6-digit Liquid Crystal Display provides easy access to many game options.
- Vary the style of play by selecting active or passive opening book, selective or full width search, with or without extensions. In addition one of 4 levels of randomness can be selected.
- Now with Rating System - evaluate your own play strength.
- Storage of up to 64 games for replay on the LCD display.
- The SAPPHIRE II connects to any PC via serial port which allows you to record and display its full thought processes easily.
- Plays with 4 AA alkaline batteries allowing 50 hours of play or use a special mains adapter NOVAG Art. No. 8210 (both supplied separately).
Excerpts taken from the NOVAG SAPPHIRE II user manual and box.
Technical Specification
Novag Sapphire II (1997)
External Board
Protective Wallet
User Manual
Spacious Mind
Schachcomputer.Info
Active 2017
Tourn. 2015
2150
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T2
T3
T4
T5
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MANUFACTURER
PROGRAMMER
Novag Industries Ltd.
David Kittinger
2420 USCF
1997
$395.00
2108 SSDF
Year:
MFR ELO:
Original Price:
Wiki ELO:
Model #:
38601
My Serial #:
664835
Processor OEM
Hitachi
Processor:
H8/325
Speed:
Type:
8 Bit
26.6 MHz
ROM:
160 KB
RAM:
11KB+118K Hash
Battery Type:
4 x AAA
Power Adapter:
9V D/C -/+ 300mA
Display:
LCD 4 Pos 7 Seg
Board Type:
External Board
Overall Size:
Board Size:
6.7/8x6.7/8 in
3.1/8x6.1/8x3/4 in
Options Select:
Button Select
Play Levels:
64 + User Def.
Opening Book:
123K Half Moves
Take Back:
400 Half Moves
Position Setup:
Available
Position Verify:
Available
Move Analysis:
Display Info:
Available
Available
Solve Mate:
Mate in 8
Save Game:
Available
Ponder:
Available
Search Depth:
28 Ply max.
Provide Hint:
Available
Teach Mode:
Available
Change Sides:
Available
Active Level:
TM Level:
TR7
Infinite Level:
AN8
AT5
Hardware Specification
Game Features
Matchplay & Test ELO Ratings
Computer Game Rating
Rating Test
Other Computer Chess Ratings
USCF
USCF
Spacious Mind
Human Rating
USCF
CCR
CCNS 98
Ply
FIDE
USCF
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2180
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2236
2173
Expert Level Electronic Travel Chess Computer!
