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Auction ends 19/11/2018 at 20.35pm My problem with this computer is the size. To play it I must use the dinner table, almost. I like the size! What puts me off is playability. With no lights to indicate moves you have to keep referring to the LCD screen. That puts me off big time. Same here. May as...

The King's magnet seems to be a bit weak so I was wondering what the best remagnetizing procedure is?

Gerry, Which test problem ?? Could you give more details please as the only tests I'm aware of are the ones to determine the program version ie C/D/D+ etc. I couldn't get to see your photos ...maybe im doing something wrong....? Anyway..I assume you had to remove all the main boards to get to the r...

Yoyo, sorry I didn't take any pictures inside mine.

Bill, did you run the test problem on yours? Totally agree with you regards the quality and features of the Corona.

As the title states, I finally got around to it and fixed that pesky reed on E3. . https://flic.kr/p/2bfQhVK There's a bit of cosmetic work to do on the surround and the black team has faded and need re-staining. https://flic.kr/p/2cz82dj When I bought this, Garry Kasparov was playing Nigel Short an...

I'm getting fed up with the misuse of the word 'rare' in the context of chess computers on eBay. Sure, it's buyer beware but these sellers are a bit devious/dishonest imo.

I Paul, I did actually own a Blitz back in the day. It malfunctioned and I got rid of it years later via eBay. I will definitely be buying at least a couple more vintage machines. Decisions, decisions.

scandien wrote:Yes this may ne normal . Try to change the switch

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Very relieved to hear that.

Thanks very much indeed

Gerry

Hello i have replace a faulty reed switch on my CORONA. The process is described in the following page. http://lechiquier-orseen.pagesperso-orange.fr/Reparation_de_machine.html Not so uneasy .. best regards Nicolas Excellent, thank you for that. I note some of the pictures are missing, but I get th...

Hello all Not sure how I managed to miss this form. What a wealth of information. I've been fascinated with dedicated chess computers since the 80s. I wouldn't claim to be a collector because I never own more than 4 or 5 at any one time. I have a particular interest in the robotic machines and have ...