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DGT Centaur Crystal Chess Computer, Travel Bag and DGT 2010 Clock
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The DGT Centaur Crystal Edition with transparent case, a DGT travel bag and the DGT 2010 clock, official FIDE, for games between players: three items, one parcel.
- A standalone chess computer, a travel bag and a tournament clock
- 5% below DGT’s recommended prices for these three items
- Pieces supplied, clock batteries supplied: nothing else to add
Board44 × 40 cm
Casetransparent
ClockDGT 2010, FIDE
Piecessupplied, weighted
In the set
- DGT Centaur Crystal Edition chess computer with e-Paper screen
- Set of weighted chess pieces, with two queens per colour
- USB cable and universal mains adaptor
- Centaur instructions and quick-start guide
- DGT travel bag for Centaur
- DGT 2010 clock with 2 AA batteries, in gift box
- Clock instructions in six languages, including French
You will also need
Nothing to add: ready to use.
More information
A transparent opponent and a clock for the club
This bundle brings together two ways of playing. The Centaur Crystal Edition is your opponent for solo games, in a case that DGT has made entirely transparent. The DGT 2010 clock comes into play when you play against another player, at home or at the club. These are two separate devices, and the Centaur’s DGT travel bag completes the set.
The Centaur Crystal
DGT states that the device has all the functions of the classic Centaur. It assesses your level from the first move and adjusts its strength, from beginner to club player. You move the pieces as on an ordinary chess board, the sensors recognise each move, and its moves appear as illuminated circles. The e-Paper screen displays settings, the move list and hints, and the menu can be set to French. Beneath the playing surface, you can see the circuit board and the internal rechargeable battery.
The travel bag
The bag is made of matt 600-denier canvas, padded on the inside. Its main compartment measures 47 × 43 × 2 cm, and its two front pockets of 15 × 22 × 3 cm are intended by DGT for pieces and cables. An adjustable shoulder strap and top handle allow it to be carried in two ways.
The DGT 2010 clock
An official FIDE clock, it offers 22 preset time controls and 14 manual settings, with methods such as Fischer, Bronstein and byo-yomi. It runs on two AA batteries supplied, and DGT also intends it for go, draughts, shogi and Scrabble. It serves as the clock for games played on an ordinary chess board, when the Centaur is not in play.
Limitations to be aware of
The Centaur’s instructions do not provide for any connection to a computer or the internet: this is not a chess board for playing online. The case lets you see the circuitry, as intended. Returning the pieces to the starting position erases the game in progress.
Specifications
- Centaur Crystal board
- 44 × 40 × 1 cm, 40 × 40 cm detection surface
- Squares
- 4.8 × 4.8 cm
- King height
- 8.6 cm
- Centaur weight, packaged
- 2.3 kg
- Case
- Fully transparent PC plastic, printed chess board surface
- Centaur power supply
- Internal rechargeable battery, USB cable
- Bag, main compartment
- 47 × 43 × 2 cm (interior)
- Bag, front pockets (2)
- 15 × 22 × 3 cm (interior)
- Bag fabric
- Matt 600-denier canvas, black (RAL 9005), padded
- DGT 2010 clock
- Case 19.5 × 10.5 × 6 cm, 210 g, burgundy ABS plastic
- Clock time controls
- 22 preset, 14 manual settings
- Clock power supply
- 2 x 1.5V AA batteries, alkaline recommended
- Warranty
- 2 years for the Centaur Crystal and for the clock
User manual
Centaur instructions (common to both versions), including the French section (ZIP)
Frequently asked questions
Do you need a computer, phone or app?
No. The chess computer is built into the board: you switch it on, set up the pieces and play. The supplied cable is for charging the battery.
What is the difference from the classic DGT Centaur?
Only the case: the Crystal Edition’s is entirely transparent. DGT states that the device has all the functions of the classic Centaur.
Are the clock batteries included?
Yes, the DGT 2010 comes with two AA batteries.
Is the clock permitted in tournaments?
Yes, it is an official FIDE clock, approved and recommended by the International Chess Federation.
What does the bag contain?
A padded main compartment and two front pockets that DGT intends for pieces and cables, with an adjustable shoulder strap and a handle.
What is the warranty?
Two years for the Centaur Crystal Edition and two years for the DGT 2010 clock.
Matching Guide
Choosing the right board size
A beautiful chess set rests on a simple balance: pieces well proportioned to the size of the squares. To choose a harmonious board, the most reliable guide is the diameter of the king's base.
Key guideline: ideally, the king's base takes up about 75% of the square.
Traditional wooden chess sets
| King height | King base diameter | Square size |
|---|---|---|
| 7,3 to 7,6 cm | 3,8 cm | 4,7 to 5,1 cm |
| 9,5 to 9,8 cm | 4,4 cm | 5,7 to 6 cm |
| 10,1 cm | 4,1 to 4,7 cm | 6 cm |
| 11,2 cm | 5 cm | 6,3 cm |
| 12,7 cm and above | 4,4 cm | 6,3 to 7 cm |
Metal, resin, pewter, brass or themed sets
| King base diameter | Square size |
|---|---|
| 2 to 2,4 cm | 2,8 to 3,5 cm |
| 2,5 to 2,9 cm | 3,5 to 4 cm |
| 3 to 3,4 cm | 4,3 to 5 cm |
| 3,5 to 3,9 cm | 4,8 to 6,2 cm |
| 4 to 4,5 cm | 6 to 8 cm |
A board that is too small can hamper moves and make the set look cluttered. Conversely, a board that is too large can break the harmony of the whole. The right size brings both playing comfort and elegance.
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