Novag 2Robot Chess Computer

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Dummkopf

Re: Novag 2Robot Chess Computer

Post by Dummkopf »

WOW! And that's for one that doesn't even work. Better hold on to yours Steve.
Steve B
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Re: Novag 2Robot Chess Computer

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Dummkopf wrote:WOW! And that's for one that doesn't even work. Better hold on to yours Steve.
Sadly John
in addition to 2 2Robots ...
i also have 2 ..1982 Novag Robots
and guess what...
both are
Defective Regards
Steve
Dummkopf

Re: Novag 2Robot Chess Computer

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Steve B wrote:
this compnay might have some still in stock
check it out:
http://www.classicchessandgames.com/Nov ... el1036.htm
This company might not be viable anymore. They don't answer phones nor emails.

John
Dummkopf

Re: Novag 2Robot Chess Computer

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Steve,

Took a peek at your extensive collection. Very impressive! You should be thinking about opening a museum. Or is that a museum already. I've got a chess set collection also, but mine pales compared to yours!

John
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Re: Novag 2Robot Chess Computer

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Dummkopf wrote:Steve,

Took a peek at your extensive collection. Very impressive! You should be thinking about opening a museum. Or is that a museum already. I've got a chess set collection also, but mine pales compared to yours!

John
Thanks for the Kind words John
those are not chess sets though..they are dedicated chess computers
each photo you see is a chess playing computer

BTW..that old 1982 Novag Robot on Ebay just sold for $1800

Regards
Steve
Dummkopf

Re: Novag 2Robot Chess Computer

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Steve B wrote: BTW..that old 1982 Novag Robot on Ebay just sold for $1800
WOW again! I just wonder what a working one would sell for? I suggest that you have yours repaired, and list it.

John
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Re: Novag 2Robot Chess Computer

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Dummkopf wrote:
Steve B wrote: BTW..that old 1982 Novag Robot on Ebay just sold for $1800
WOW again! I just wonder what a working one would sell for? I suggest that you have yours repaired, and list it.

John
repairing these old one-armed Robots is close to impossible
the parts needed for the arm are no longer made
i know because i have tried to have them repaired

actually i NEVER sell chess computers
i have been known to trade/swap them though..
Steve
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Re: Novag 2Robot Chess Computer

Post by Robert Weck »

Hi Steve,

Steve B wrote: since we are talking about defects..
my active graphic display module for the Res I is now defective
the display sceen is always blank and will not work with either the Res I or Res II Program modules
the Res I program module works as i can play a game but there is no display
my Res II display module does not work with the Res I but of course works fine with the Res II module

have you heard of similar probelms with the Res I display modules?
yes, i had a defective Res I display too! Ruud had sent me a replacement together with the advice to reduce the voltage.


best regards,
Robert
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Re: Novag 2Robot Chess Computer

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Robert Weck wrote:Hi Steve,

Steve B wrote: since we are talking about defects..
my active graphic display module for the Res I is now defective
the display sceen is always blank and will not work with either the Res I or Res II Program modules
the Res I program module works as i can play a game but there is no display
my Res II display module does not work with the Res I but of course works fine with the Res II module

have you heard of similar probelms with the Res I display modules?
yes, i had a defective Res I display too! Ruud had sent me a replacement together with the advice to reduce the voltage.


best regards,
Robert
Hi Robert
how do you reduce the voltage?
do you mean by using the supplied 5v adaptor module?
my adaptor module is also defective
the plug on the adaptor module used to insert the power supply snapped off..2 weeks after i received it.. so i am using the outlet on the side of the mephisto boards to power on the computer
Steve
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Re: Novag 2Robot Chess Computer

Post by Robert Weck »

Hello Steve.
Steve B wrote: how do you reduce the voltage?
do you mean by using the supplied 5v adaptor module?
This should be the most reliable way (not to forget to use also 5 V input)
my adaptor module is also defective
ok, then this seems to be no option for you...

Hm, and how about repairing/replacing the adaptor plug? I you have somebody who is able to use a soldering iron, then this should be no problem...


best regards,
Robert