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15. ENTER FUNCTION (Enter Key)
The ENTER key is generally used to enter a command (Level, Verify/Set Up
function) or to exit from a function:
Furthermore it is used:
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To interrupt the computing time and call-off a computer move instantly. The
computer will make the best possible move up to that moment.
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To change sides during the game, wait until it is your turn to move, then press
ENTER. The computer will now compute a move for your colour, while you
play the other colour from now on.
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To let the computer play against itself, which might be of special interest at a
certain point of the game or for learning purposes. Every time you press the
ENTER key the computer calculates for the side to move. All moves will be
computed according to the set skill level.
Please don't forget to update the board position by moving the pieces without
applying pressure.
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To change sides at the beginning of the game. Press NEW GAME and ENTER
and the computer will play with the White pieces.
16. ACOUSTIC SIGNALS (Sound Key)
The different acoustic signals and beeps can be switched on and off with the
SOUND key.
ON =
The display will show " SND
".
There will be an acoustic signal when pressing any key and when the
NOVAG AMETHYST or your make a move.
OFF =
The display will show "SND ".
There will be no acoustic signals at all.
17. MEMORY
The NOVAG AMETHYST has a long term memory and will retain the last board
position. However, make sure that there are batteries in the chess computer
otherwise you will lose the memory contents.
