New Mephisto Phoenix chess computer

[JohnT]

Tactics
Currently, I’m learning tactics online on LICHESS, but when I play OTB in league matches, it’s not the same.
For reality, when I study tactics, I’m trying to replicate OTB match conditions.

In general, I’m trying to grasp what I can do with tactics on the Mephisto Phoenix. What is possible?

I would like to be able to set up a real board, and play the tactic while looking at real pieces.
I can do this with chess pieces, but would be keen to record them, and group the tactic according to type for subsequent revision.

I think my question is, can I set up a board for midway through a game, using the Mephisto Phoenix to enable me to play the tactic?
(If i get it wrong, I could use the ‘hint’ button or take back button.)

[Clark Barr]

Just waiting for the next software update for the Phoenix allowing online play. Millennium and Chess House indicate the update will be released by the end of January.

[Clark Barr]

Millennium released the 4.01e update now allowing online play with Lichess on the Phoenix. The download is in 3 parts and it took 45 minutes to completely download on my Phoenix.

[PoisonedPawn]

Release 4.01D is out.
Now enables live play on LiChess. I have not tried this.
It’s a big/slow download for some reason.

[PoisonedPawn]

Actually, releases 4.01 C, D & E installed sequentially.
I think I needed 3 separate system updates before E was available, and E is the update enabling live play. Very little else has changed. The early Mephisto 68000-based emulations now make a sound when the actual unit would beep, which is nice.

[Clark Barr]

Release 4.01D is out.
Now enables live play on LiChess. I have not tried this.
It’s a big/slow download for some reason.

The e-mail I received from Millennium indicated if 4.01E isn't fully downloaded Phoenix will remain in 4.01D and they suggest you try again.

One thing I have noticed with the complete three part update is seeing Leela, Dragon 3 and GinkGo all play stronger than before especially Leela.

[ratboy]

Hi sorry if this is too simple question but how do I play against the computer as black ? On the Memphisto Phoenix thanks