When setting up a position, does it sense where the pieces are or do you have to use the buttons to enter the position? Are the pieces chipped?

When setting up a mid game position you have to use the buttons to tell the Centaur where each piece is located (and of what type of piece it is). The board senses where pieces are but not what they are - i.e. they are not chipped.

can i pause a game, turn it off and resume it at a later time?

Adjourning and restarting a game... You can interrupt a game and continue it at a later time. During play simply turn off Centaur by pressing the “On/Off” button for 3 seconds. If you wish you can remove the pieces from the board. When restarting Centaur, the adjourned game position is shown on the display. If you had removed the pieces, replace them as indicated on the display and you can continue the game. Beware! Do not put the pieces in the starting position. If you do this your current game will be removed from the board memory.

is there an average response time for its moves ,,thank you

Hi,response time is from immediate to few seconds,depending on which level you are playing at.

Can I use my unweighted wooden chess pieces instead of the supplied ones?

You can use most pieces so long as you stick either foil or copper felt to the bases to let the board detect movement. Quite a few examples on YouTube.

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♟️ Elevate your game with the chess computer that thinks like a pro!

HUMAN LIKE PLAYSTYLE - Powered by Stockfish 9 engine with Grandmaster-level strength, delivering a natural, engaging opponent.
VISUAL MOVE GUIDANCE - Circular LED lights highlight moves, letting you focus on strategy without screen distractions.
INTUITIVE SENSOR BOARD - Seamlessly track moves on a full-size 40x40 cm board with no button presses needed.
ADAPTIVE CHALLENGE MODE - AI adjusts difficulty to match and push your skill level, ensuring every game is a perfect test.
PORTABLE RECHARGEABLE - Lightweight design with a built-in rechargeable battery keeps your chess battles going anywhere.

The DGT Centaur Chess Computer is a sleek, rechargeable, sensor-equipped chessboard designed for serious players seeking a personalized challenge. Featuring a 40x40 cm sensor board, circular LED move indicators, and a powerful Stockfish 9 engine, it adapts to your skill level for a human-like playing experience. Lightweight and portable, it’s perfect for honing strategic thinking anytime, anywhere.

Specifications

ASIN	B07RNM4YT2
Are Batteries Required	Yes
Best Sellers Rank	132,627 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games )
Brand Name	DGT
CPSIA Cautionary Statement	No Warning Applicable
Colour	['Black', 'White']
Country Of Origin	Netherlands
Customer Package Type	Reinforced Box
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (609)
Edition	Standard Edition
Educational Objective	Improving chess and strategic thinking skills
Estimated Playing Time	2 Hours
Genre	Strategy
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Is Assembly Required	No
Item Dimensions	28.4 x 23 x 8.5 centimetres
Item Dimensions L x W	40.1L x 44.5W centimetres
Item Type Name	Chess Computer
Item Weight	410 Grams
Language	English
Manufacturer	DGT
Manufacturer Part Number	12000_SML
Manufacturer recommended age	144 years and up
Material Type	Plastic
Minimum Age Recomendation	84
Model Number	DK711DGT12000
Number of Batteries	1 Lithium Polymer batteries required.
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Number of Players	2
Operation Mode	Automatic
Power Source	Battery Powered,Rechargeable
Rulebook Availability	Digital Web
Set Name	DGT Centaur
Size	L
Supported Battery Types	Lithium Polymer Battery
Theme	Strategy
Unit Count	1.0 count

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