DGT CUBE User manual

DGT CUBE
DGT Cube manual © Digital Game Technology 2010 - 2011
User manual
Content
1. Purpose
2. Game options
3. Use
4. Changing settings
5. Replacing the batteries
6. Warranty
7. Technical specifications
1. Purpose
The DGT Cube is a timer for (board) games with up to
6 players. The DGT Cube can provide a time limit for
the complete game (for each player) or for each
player’s turn. This is shown on a separate display for
each player.
By applying time limits, playtime becomes easier to
control. Using the Cube provides an extra challenge in
playing various games.
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2. Game options
1. Game timer: Count down time per player for the
whole game.
2. Move timer: Count down time per player per
turn.
3. Move timer + save: Count down time per player
per turn. The remaining time (not used for that
turn) is saved for the next turn.
4. Up count: Count up time per player. Set the game
timer option to 0h 00m to activate.
5. Turn counter: Counts the number of turns/points
per player. Set the move-timer option to 0m 00s
to activate.
3. Use
Switch on & start
1. Press any to switch the Cube on.
2. Each player chooses one side/color of the Cube.
3. Change settings on the red side (see changing
settings) or use the current settings.
4. When is flashing, the Cube is ready to start.
5. Turn the side of the starting player upward and
press to begin.
Changing turns
Change turns by rotating the side of the next player
upwards. This stops your timing and the next players
timing starts.
Stop the time
The time can be stopped by placing the Cube on its
base or by pressing .
Pausing the Cube
Press on two sides simultaneously to pause the
Cube. Now the Cube can be rotated to take a look at
all sides. Place the desired side upward and press
to resume the game.
Switch off
Press on the upward side for 3 seconds to disable
the Cube. Doing this will terminate the game.
4. Changing settings
You can only change the settings immediately after
switching on the Cube. Use the buttons on the red
side to do this. You can leave the menu with the
current settings at any time by pressing .Press
again to start the game.
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DGT Cube manual © Digital Game Technology 2010 - 2011
General settings
1. Choosing a game option:
Press and then to change the blinking game
option. To accept the option press .
2. Setting the time:
Change the blinking digit with . Go to the next
digit or accept the last digit with . The time will
be set for all sides now. The maximum is 9 hours,
59 minutes
3. Sound:
Turn the sound on or off with . With sound
activated, , the Cube will alert the player by
beeping when approaching the time limit.
Individual time settings
It is possible to set a different time for one or multiple
players. To do this browse with through the
settings menu until is flashing. Now you can change
the time for each side independently.
1. Select the side you want to adjust by pressing
on that side. This time will start flashing and also
become visible on the red side.
2. Adjust the time on the red side and confirm by
pressing on the modified side.
3. Repeat the above steps for all sides you want to
change individually. Press on the red side to
leave the settings menu.
1.
When individual time settings are active will be
displayed on all sides of the Cube. Press on the side
of the first player to start his/her time.
Changing display contrast
Press and hold down on the yellow side while the
red side is turned upwards. Now you can increase the
contrast by pressing or decrease the contrast using
while holding the button on the yellow side.
5. Replacing the batteries
When becomes visible on the red side you need
to replace the Cube’s batteries.
Detach the green side with a flat object and unscrew
the battery lids.
Replace the two batteries. Take note of the proper
battery orientation.
6. Warranty
DGT provides a warranty of 24 months on
manufacturing and material defects of the Cube.
When applying for warranty, contact your vendor
directly. You need the warranty card and a proof of
purchase to make a warranty claim.
These warranty conditions only apply when the CUBE
is used with care. Display fracture is excluded from the
warranty obligation.
Turn and move the Cube with care
Prevent impact between the glass displays and
other objects
7. Technical specifications
Batteries:
2x Button cell (LR44, 1,5V)
Service life:
1000 hours of use on one set of
batteries with capacity 100mAH
Accuracy:
+/- 1 second per hour
Maximum values
From 9 hours 59 minutes to 19
hours 59 min upcount
Cleaning:
Use a damp cloth without
aggressive cleaning products
The DGT Cube meets the following EU directives:
EMC 2004/108/EG: EN 61000-6-3:2007 & EN 61000-6-
1:2007
Reduction of environmentally harmful material RoHs:
2002/95/EC
Electric Toy Safety EN62115:2005