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When the computer has found its move the
"from"
and
"to"
squares will be
displayed on the LCD. The
"from"
square is flashing to clearly indicate which
piece the computer wants you to move. Simply press this piece gently on the
"from"
square and place it on the
"to"
square by also pressing it. Each pressing on
a square is accompanied by 1 beep unless switched off. (see section 16)
Impossible and Illegal moves:
The NOVAG AMETHYST is programmed in accordance with the International
Chess Rules and does not accept nor make illegal moves. If you enter an illegal
move you will see this display "
". Simply re-enter your move correctly.
If you started wrongly and wish to cancel your move, simply press the CLEAR key
to clear the display. You may then enter your move again. If you accidentally
enter a move other than the move you intended the computer will immediately start
to compute its reply. Wait for the computer to reply and then use the TAKE BACK
facility (see section 11). You may now enter your move again.
Capturing a piece:
If the computer indicates a move onto a square that is occupied by the opponent's
piece, this means that the piece is captured and must be removed from the board.
Simply take it off
without applying pressure
. If you wish to make a capture
remove the captured piece and make your move normally.
If the computer makes a capturing move it will show on the LCD the symbol "
x
".
Example:
D5 x D4 means that the piece on square D5 captures the piece on square D4.
6. GAME
FEATURES
The NOVAG AMETHYST understands all the chess rules and will execute them
correctly. Please refer to chess literature for the full explanation of these chess
terms.
a) Castling
According to the chess rules, when castling, first move the King and then the Rook.
Both pieces are moved by pressing them down gently like in any other move.
The computer will indicate the squares that you need to press.
