Chess Challenger 1
| Computer name: | Chess Challenger 1 |
| Manufacturer: | Fidelity Electronics |
| Dates from: | March 1977 |
| Dimensions: | 30.8 x 20.7 x 2.85 cm |
| Power supply: | adapter (9 Volt) attached to computer with electrical cord |
| Processor: | 8080AF, 2 MHz. |
| Memory: | 2 KB ROM, 256 bytes RAM |
| Programmer(s): | Ron Nelson |
| Rating: | beginners / weak occasional players |
| Other details: | Was first commercially available chess computer. |
| No library of openings | |
| Letters and numbers on board have been exchanged (click) | |
| Only one level of difficulty. Hence the "1" in the name. | |
| Computer allows illegal moves. | |
| Operated with keys | |
| Warranty stated that after 1 June 1977, the program could | |
| be upgraded by sending the computer and $ 75 to | |
| Fidelity. The upgrade became Chess Challenger 3. | |
| Links: Ismenio's page, Chesscomputer UK, Schachcomputer-Info | |
EXAMPLE GAME:
White: Fritz 8 (1 ply)
Black: Chess Challenger 1 (± 5 seconds / move)
(Result: won by white)
