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- Fernando
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Problems with Genius machine
The problem does not appear explained in the booklet.
In a sudden there are a serie of fast bip as a row of squares in the windows -columns- run from one side to the other and from top to bottom.
Is it result of weakened batteries?
The effect o some other electronic device?
Who knows about that?
Fern
In a sudden there are a serie of fast bip as a row of squares in the windows -columns- run from one side to the other and from top to bottom.
Is it result of weakened batteries?
The effect o some other electronic device?
Who knows about that?
Fern
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- paulwise3
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Until now I had no problems with the MCG. But have you tried new batteries?
It could have run wild because you threatened to win...
It could have run wild because you threatened to win...
2024 Special thread: viewtopic.php?f=3&t=12741
2024 Special results and standings: https://schaakcomputers.nl/paul_w/Tourn ... 25_06.html
If I am mistaken, it must be caused by a horizon effect...
2024 Special results and standings: https://schaakcomputers.nl/paul_w/Tourn ... 25_06.html
If I am mistaken, it must be caused by a horizon effect...
Took me 5 minutes to find it...you must look harder!...its there.Fernando wrote:BTW, where it is supposed the hole for the connection to an adaptor is?paulwise3 wrote:Until now I had no problems with the MCG. But have you tried new batteries?
It could have run wild because you threatened to win...
I cannot find none in my unit.
Fern
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- Fernando
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Well, I have the machine since a time, BUT I prefer always to use batteries so I did not bother to search nothing until today, when just for curiosity I tried ti get it. Miopic as i am, I simple did not see it until i was instructed by ICD where to look at.fourthirty wrote:Too funny. I received my MCG this evening, and it took me 5 minutes to find the power adapter socket!Fernando wrote:I found it after some trouble, but what a preposterous place to put the socket...
Fern
In any case; i do not have the adaptor....
Perhaps I will try with any of the many I have of old comps, provided it deliver just 4.5 volts and not too much mA.
Fern
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Fern,Fernando wrote: In any case; i do not have the adaptor....
Perhaps I will try with any of the many I have of old comps, provided it deliver just 4.5 volts and not too much mA.
Fern
A power adapter with 5V output which supplies at least 0.6A should do the trick. Positive polarity tip. This is a photo from my MCG adapter:
Hope that helps.
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It was a battery problem. I was using some rechargeable units that I have since at least...10 years or so. Mmm, perhaps time to throw them.Cyberchess wrote:No. The device draws what is needed from the power supply.Fernando wrote:what if deliver 1000 mA?
The thing will burn?
Fern
Also, in case it isn't a power related issue, try to locate the...
Reset Switch Regards,
John
Then I replaced them by simple alkaline new stuff and the machine works perfectly.
I will try the 1000mA adaptor
God have pity of me regards
Fern
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I’m pleased to learn that it was only a weak rechargeable battery issue.Fernando wrote:It was a battery problem. I was using some rechargeable units that I have since at least...10 years or so. Mmm, perhaps time to throw them.Cyberchess wrote:No. The device draws what is needed from the power supply.Fernando wrote:what if deliver 1000 mA?
The thing will burn?
Fern
Also, in case it isn't a power related issue, try to locate the...
Reset Switch Regards,
John
Then I replaced them by simple alkaline new stuff and the machine works perfectly.
I will try the 1000mA adaptor
God have pity of me regards
Fern
Personally, I use exclusively premium alkaline batteries because the manufacturers will repair or replace any device damaged by battery leakage.
All’s Well That Ends Well Regards,
John
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Hello Guys,
When by Millennium the Battery,s are reduced to 10% u can/will have the problems as Fern describe
The Ma even 1000Ma ore more is no problem the board only take what Ma it needs , this is for all chess computers
Also never use , Battery,s and at the same the Power Supply this can damage the CG as well
Kr,Hans
When by Millennium the Battery,s are reduced to 10% u can/will have the problems as Fern describe
The Ma even 1000Ma ore more is no problem the board only take what Ma it needs , this is for all chess computers
Also never use , Battery,s and at the same the Power Supply this can damage the CG as well
Kr,Hans
Hello
I am from Netherlands and many years involved with computerchess
It,s a way of life i suppose :p
Kr,Hans
I am from Netherlands and many years involved with computerchess
It,s a way of life i suppose :p
Kr,Hans
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John,Cyberchess wrote: Personally, I use exclusively premium alkaline batteries because the manufacturers will repair or replace any device damaged by battery leakage.
All’s Well That Ends Well Regards,
John
I've never heard of that before. Is this true for Energizer and Duracell batteries? If yes, how do you submit a claim?
Energizer Bunny regards...
Greg
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Greetings Greg:fourthirty wrote: John,
I've never heard of that before. Is this true for Energizer and Duracell batteries? If yes, how do you submit a claim?
Energizer Bunny regards...
Greg
Back around '77, I received a nifty Blackjack (21) calculator with a nice bright LED display as a gift. The device wasn’t much larger than a scientific calculator of the same era, didn’t weigh very much, was easy to tote along while commuting, etc., though the LED display ate up batteries at an alarming rate. Long story short, I wound up installing some "bargain brand" batteries in the unit which leaked into the circuitry – relegating my vintage tech-toy to the trash bin.
Ever since then, I’ve learned my lesson and only use premium alkaline batteries, though am partial to Energizers.
http://www.energizer.com/about-batterie ... ry-leakage
I’ve yet to have to file a claim with them, but...
Better Safe Than Sorry Regards,
John