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DGT Smart Board, Timeless Wooden Pieces, Cables and DGT 3000 Clock
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The DGT Smart Board in a complete set-up: Timeless wooden pieces, a cable set for your computer, and the FIDE-approved DGT 3000 clock, all in a single package.
- Four DGT items designed to work together, clock included
- 5% below DGT’s recommended prices for these four items
- The cable connecting the clock to the board is already included in the bundle’s cable set
Board52 × 52 cm
Pieceswood, Timeless
ClockDGT 3000
ConnectionUSB-C
In the set
- DGT Smart Board electronic chess board with coordinates
- DGT Timeless electronic wooden chess pieces, two queens per colour
- USB-C to USB cable and board-to-clock cable
- Fritz chess software with PlayChess.com subscription
- DGT 3000 clock with 2 AA batteries
- Board documentation
You will also need
- A computerIt receives moves from the board via the bundle's USB cable. LiveChess, free of charge, runs on Windows, Mac and Linux.
More information
A complete set-up, with real wooden pieces
At DGT, the Smart Board is sold without pieces, and the cable that connects it to your computer is a separate item entirely. This bundle brings both together, adds the Timeless wooden chess set that DGT recommends for this board, and includes the DGT 3000, the clock DGT designates for its electronic chess boards. All you need to provide is a computer.
What each item does
- The Smart Board, made of ABS plastic with a walnut-effect surface, detects pieces just like DGT's wooden e-Boards and stores around 500 moves in memory.
- The Timeless pieces are hand-shaped wooden chessmen, with a 9.5 cm king, felted underneath and unweighted.
- The cable set connects the board to your computer, includes the clock cable, and comes with Fritz software.
- The DGT 3000, FIDE-approved, offers 24 pre-programmed time controls and 5 custom settings.
The clock on the board
Connected to the Smart Board via the board-to-clock cable, the DGT 3000 displays your opponent's move, whether human or program, so you can keep your eyes on the board. Unplugged, it works for all your games, with its two AA batteries already supplied, and DGT also recommends it for go, draughts, shogi and Scrabble.
On the computer side
With Fritz, you can play against the engine or analyse your games; PlayChess.com hosts your online games. LiveChess, DGT's free software, records and broadcasts your games live. Moves stored on the board can be retrieved in PGN format.
Limitations to be aware of
The board's surface is printed, not genuine wood. The cable set is designed for a single Smart Board: connecting several boards for a tournament requires DGT's connection kits. Avoid placing the board on a metal table, as this can interfere with detection.
Specifications
- Board
- 52 × 52 cm, with coordinates
- Squares
- 5.5 × 5.5 cm
- Board weight
- 2 kg
- Board material
- Black ABS plastic, walnut-effect printed surface
- Pieces
- Hand-shaped wood, 9.5 cm king, 680 g per set, felted base
- Connection and power
- USB-C, via the bundle's cable
- Board memory
- Around 500 moves
- Clock
- DGT 3000, 24 pre-programmed time controls, 5 custom settings, 270 g with batteries
- Software
- Fritz and PlayChess.com; LiveChess (Windows, Mac, Linux)
- Warranty
- 2 years for the board and pieces, 5 years for the clock
User manual
Smart Board user manual, with a French-language section (PDF)
Frequently asked questions
Is the bundle enough to play with?
Yes, for face-to-face play with the clock. To record your games, play against Fritz or play online, you'll need to add a computer to connect the board to.
Does the clock connect to this board?
Yes. The board-to-clock cable included in the cable set connects the DGT 3000 to the Smart Board, allowing it to display your opponent's move.
Are the clock's batteries included?
Yes, the DGT 3000 comes with its two AA batteries.
Are the pieces weighted?
No. The Timeless set in this bundle is the unweighted version, weighing 680 g, with felt under each piece.
Can it be chained with other boards for a tournament?
Not with the bundle's cable set, which only connects a single board. For a chain of boards, DGT offers the 25002 and 25003 connection kits.
What warranties apply?
Two years for the Smart Board and the pieces, five years' manufacturer warranty for the DGT 3000 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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In this set
The 4 items in the set
Some items in this set are only offered as part of a set.
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