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ABOUT SAITEK KASPAROV TALKING COACH MODEL 176F ELECTRONIC CHESS COMPUTER

 

SAITEK KASPAROV TALKING COACH Electronic Chess Computer -  picture taken from box.

SAITEK KASPAROV TALKING COACH Electronic Chess Computer -  picture taken from box.

 

Congratulations on becoming the proud owner of this new and very unique chess computer, your very own talking chess tutor! You are about to experience computer chess that's as human as possible.  You'll be delighted as your new chess partner helps you with your game, coaches you as you play, and even gives you hints and chess information on demand! You'll be thrilled as the voice output follows your every move, even occasionally offering helpful advice and encouraging words. Chess simply couldn't be more fun!

 

 

SAITEK KASPAROV TALKING COACH MODEL 176F GAME CHARACTERISTICS

 

  • Exciting and informative voice output makes chess easy to learn and a pleasure to play!
  • Sensory chessboard for easy move input; 16 bright board lights used to indicate all moves.
  • Special coaching features allow you to learn as you play. The computer will even warn you when your pieces are threatened!
  • Includes five different Teach Modes for you to study the tactics of each chess piece individually!
  • The 384 level settings mean you can constantly improve your skills! The Extended Playing Range features 64 levels of play for learning, variety and experimentation.  Including Beginner, Practice, and Fun Levels; Quiet and Aggressive Game Levels; Tactical and Fixed Depth Levels; Mate and Combination Finder Levels; Norma/ Playing Levels, and even a special Infinite Level!
  • Openings library includes all major chess openings.
  • Request an evaluation of the current board position, and look into the computer's thinking process!
  • Unsure of the position? Verify the entire board!
  • Change your mind about a move? Take back up to six individual moves!
  • Use Non Auto Mode to play chess against a friend, with the computer acting as referee!
  • Play using the voice or beeps, or turn the sound off!
  • Handy built-in compartment stores the pieces.
  • Turn off at any time.  Your current game stays in memory for up to 18 months! 

 

Excerpts taken from the SAITEK KASPAROV TALKING COACH user manual and box.

 

About Saitek Kasparov Model 176F Talking Coach (1998) Electronic Chess Computer
Information on Saitek Kasparov Model 176F Talking Coach (1998) Electronic Chess Computer
Saitek Kasparov Model 176F Talking Coach (1998) Electronic Chess Computer

Technical Specification

Saitek Kasparov Talking Coach (1998)

Saitek Kasparov Model 176F Talking Coach (1998) Box
Saitek Kasparov Model 176F Talking Coach (1998) Sensory Touch Game Control Buttons
Saitek Kasparov Model 176F Talking Coach (1998)) Game Control Buttons

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User Manual

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MANUFACTURER

PROGRAMMER

Saitek Industries

Craig Barnes

1000 USCF

1998

$89,00

Not Available

Year:

MFR ELO:

Original Price:

Wiki ELO:

Model #:

176F

My Serial #:

SZ2323402

Processor OEM

Samsung

Processor:

SAM47KS56C220

Speed:

Type:

4 Bit

4.19 MHz

ROM:

2048K x 8 Bit

RAM:

288 x 4 Bit

Battery Type:

4 x AA

Power Adapter:

Not Available

Display:

16 Board LEDs

Board Type:

Press Sensory

Overall Size:

Board Size:

8x8 in

12.3/8x9.3/8x1 in

Options Select:

Button Select

Play Levels:

384 Level Setting

Opening Book:

Not Available

Take Back:

6 Half Moves

Position Setup:

Available

Position Verify:

Available

Move Analysis:

Display Info:

Available

Available

Solve Mate:

Mate in 4

Save Game:

Available

Ponder:

Not Available

Search Depth:

Not Known

Provide Hint:

Available

Teach Mode:

Available

Change Sides:

Available

Active Level:

TM Level:

H8

Infinite Level:

B6

H5

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