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CXG Sphinx Portachess CXG202 Electronic Chess Computer Complete Boxed Manuals

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An original CXG Sphinx Portachess CXG202 portable electronic chess computer presented as a complete boxed set with its original documentation. Desirable and collectable from eary 1980s

Produced during the early era of dedicated electronic chess computers, the Portachess combines a compact travel-friendly design with 16 playing levels, making it both a collectible piece of computing history and an enjoyable vintage chess computer.

Complete examples with the original paperwork and retail box are becoming increasingly difficult to find.

Included

  • CXG Sphinx Portachess CXG202 chess computer
  • Original retail box
  • Original instruction manuals
  • Warranty card
  • Original purchase documentation
  • Plastic document storage case
  • Original magnetic chess pieces

Everything shown in the photographs is included.

Features

  • CXG Sphinx Portachess CXG202
  • Portable electronic chess computer
  • 16 playing levels
  • Magnetic chess pieces
  • LED move indication
  • Save game function
  • Reverse play mode
  • Compact travel design

Condition

Very good vintage condition.

  • Complete with original box and documentation.
  • Original magnetic playing pieces included.
  • Box shows light storage wear consistent with age.
  • Paperwork remains in excellent condition.
  • Cosmetic condition of the unit is very good.

The chess computer has been tested and is fully working.

Please examine all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

Collector's Notes

Electronic chess computers from CXG (Newcrest Technology) were among the most popular dedicated chess machines of the 1980s. The Portachess series is appreciated by collectors for its compact design, reliable gameplay and historical significance in the development of consumer electronic gaming.

Complete boxed examples with original manuals, warranty paperwork and purchase documents are considerably less common than loose units.

Perfect For

  • Electronic chess collectors
  • Vintage computing enthusiasts
  • CXG collectors
  • Chess memorabilia collections
  • 1980s electronics collections
  • Retro gaming enthusiasts

Returns

Private sale. Returns not accepted unless the item is not as described.
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