General

This package is designed for use with Microsoft Windows XP or Vista. This manual assumes that you are familiar with the way Windows operates. If you're not, it is strongly advised to get familiar before installing the application. The same applies to playing Chess with this application. Included in this manual is a  short tutorial to learn to play chess in 30 minutes. A basic knowledge of the Chess-game is required; however, a certain level of mastering the game is not needed! The program can be adjusted such that its level of play suits the player.

About the manual

The manual takes you first through the installation steps. Next, the control and usage of the program is described, followed by the use of the built-in Database. After these topics the advanced user gets his turn. The manual is not a tutorial, nor does it provide extensive descriptions of all menu-selections. On-line help is available when you require detailed descriptions of a menu selection. The manual provides guidelines to operate the application  for both novices and experienced users.

The procedures to follow are described step-by-step. It is assumed that you have a sufficient knowledge to control Windows. If you don't, study the Windows documentation where necessary.

When a reference is made on using Windows, it is assumed that you use the UK/US-English version of Windows

The following notations are used:

 

Any additional information and/or changes that could not be printed here can be found in the README.TXT file. This file can be browsed with the help of WORDPAD or NOTEPAD. After the installation the file can be read by clicking the README.TXT icon. Please read it carefully and make notes if needed.