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About Novag Model 893 Allegro 4 (1989) Electronic Chess Computer

ABOUT NOVAG ALLEGRO 4 MODEL 893 ELECTRONIC CHESS COMPUTER

 

NOVAG ALLEGRO 4 Electronic Chess Computer -  Picture taken from box.

NOVAG ALLEGRO 4 Electronic Chess Computer -  Picture taken from box.

 

Large SENSOR CHESS BOARD and magnetic Staunton pieces in a convenient travel pouch. The reliable chess partner, PORTABLE!

 

NOVAG ALLEGRO 4 Electronic Chess Computer -  Picture taken from box..

NOVAG ALLEGRO 4 Electronic Chess Computer -  Picture taken from box.

 

MAIN NOVAG ALLEGRO 4 MODEL 893 GAME CHARACTERISTICS

 

  • Easy to operate.
  • Programmed in accordance to the International Chess Rules including en-passant moves, castlings and pawn promotions.
  • Saves last game positions in MEMORY when switched off (only when batteries are inserted or adapter connected).
  • Fast response time.
  • Surprisingly strong with 16 skill levels including 4 tournament levels and 1 level to solve chess problems.
  • Change of levels also during a game.
  • Check, Stalemate and Mate announcement; solves most Mate-in-3 moves.
  • Plays against itself.
  • TAKE BACK function for easy correction of weak or wrong moves.
  • Full position verification at any time and simple SET UP of board positions.
  • Choice of color to play, change of color possible during a game.
  • Plays with 6 X 1.5V UM-3 type alkaline or heavy duty batteries (not supplied) or optional universal mains adapter (Novag Art. No. 8210).

 

Excerpts taken from the NOVAG Allegro 4 box.

 

Information on Novag Model 893 Allegro 4 (1989) Electronic Chess Computer
Novag Model 893 Allegro 4 (1989) Electronic Chess Computer

Technical Specification

Novag Allegro 4 (1989)

Novag Model 893 Allegro 4 (1989) Board LEDs
Novag Model 893 Allegro 4 (1989) Box
Novag Model 893 Allegro 4 (1989) Game Control Buttons

Board LEDs

Box

Control Buttons

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Schachcomputer.Info

Active 2017

Tourn. 2015

969

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T1

T2

T3

T4

T5

Final

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MANUFACTURER

PROGRAMMER

Novag Industries Ltd.

David Kittinger

1300 European

1989

$119.00

Not Available

Year:

MFR ELO:

Original Price:

Wiki ELO:

Model #:

893

My Serial #:

852895

Processor OEM

Toshiba?

Processor:

TMP47C400?

Speed:

Type:

4 Bit

8 MHz

ROM:

4 KB

RAM:

256 Byte

Battery Type:

6 x AA

Power Adapter:

9V DC 100 mA -/+

Display:

16 Board LEDs

Board Type:

Press Sensory

Overall Size:

Board Size:

8x8 in

10.1/4x9.1/2x1

Options Select:

Button Select

Play Levels:

16

Opening Book:

1650 Half Moves

Take Back:

4 Half Moves

Position Setup:

Available

Position Verify:

Available

Move Analysis:

Display Info:

Not Available

Not Available

Solve Mate:

Mate in 6

Save Game:

Available

Ponder:

Not Available

Search Depth:

Not Known

Provide Hint:

Available

Teach Mode:

Available

Change Sides:

Available

Active Level:

TM Level:

12

Infinite Level:

16

8

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

Ply

FIDE

USCF

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1233

1055

Class E Level Electronic Table Top Chess Computer!

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