Please fully charge your watch before use by exposing it to light. Reception result Reception level / Reception result Hour hand Minute hand Crown Button (B) Button (A) Second hand When the watch does not operate according to the instruction manual, this means that it is insufficiently charged. When this happens, charge the watch before using by exposing to direct sunlight for at least 2 hours.
This watch is a radio wave watch that automatically corrects the time and date by receiving the standard time radio wave (time information) transmitted in Germany. In addition, this watch also functions as an analog solar-powered watch equipped with a photoelectric power generation function that drives the watch by converting light energy into electrical energy.
4. Time Difference Correction Function ......................................................... 24 A. Setting Procedure for Time Difference Correction (1) B. Setting Procedure for Time Difference Correction (2) 5. Manually Setting the Time and Date ........................................................... 33 A. Changing the Display B. Correcting the Seconds and Minutes C.
1. Before Using Antenna A. Radio Wave Receiving Function · This watch incorporates an antenna for receiving radio waves at the 12:00 position inside the case. For good reception, it is ideal to have the 12:00 position of the watch facing in the direction of the radio wave transmitter station. · Try receiving radio waves using the reception level function while changing the orientation of the watch or location.
It may not be possible to properly receive radio waves at the following locations susceptible to generation of radio wave noise or under the following environment conditions that cause difficulty in receiving radio waves.
Standard time radio wave transmitter station Location of transmitter station General reference for areas where radio waves can be received DCF77 Mainflingen, Germany (25 km southeast of Frankfurt) Radius of about 900 km from radio wave transmitter station (radio waves may not be able to be received in the vicinity of Lake Leman) Oslo Hamburg Warsaw Berlin Paris Budapest Marseilles Rome Beograd Barcelona Naples 12 B.
· If you wear long sleeves, the fabric may cover the watch and prevent it from being exposed to light resulting in the watch becoming insufficiently charged. · When the watch is removed, try to place it in as bright a location as possible. This will enable the watch to continue to run properly at all times. 2.
4. Recovery Automatic Reception: The watch switches to the recovery automatic reception state and receives radio waves when the watch is sufficiently charged after having stopped due to being insufficiently charged. [Data Received from German Standard Time Radio Wave] · Time information: Hours, minutes, seconds, daylight savings time · Date information: Month, day, year 3.
(2) Hand location during reception (3) Reception results After the second hand has indicated that reception is in progress (RX), it moves to the reception level. The minute hand stops at the location corresponding to the second hand. If reception is successful: The time (including daylight savings time) and date are corrected automatically based on the results of reception. If reception has failed: The watch returns to the time and date display stored in the watch prior to reception.
C. Indication of Radio Wave Reception Result Reception level can be confirmed following reception of radio waves. · When button (A) is pressed, the second hand rapidly moves to the position corresponding to the reception result and indicates the reception level for 10 seconds. Note: Free reception begins if button (A) is pressed for 2 seconds or more. · The watch automatically returns to the current time after 10 seconds.
D. Return Automatic Reception E. Recovery Automatic Reception When the Power Save 2 state (during which the second hand and minute hand are stopped) is canceled, the watch automatically changes to the reception state after rapidly returning to the time stored in memory, and begins to receive radio waves. · When reception has been successful: The time and date are corrected automatically and the watch begins to run.
4. Time Difference Correction Function A. Setting Procedure for Time Difference Correction (1) This watch is equipped with two types of time difference correction functions. The correction state changes as shown below as a result of operating the crown and buttons.
[Time Difference Display] Button (B) Range over which time difference can be set relative to German standard time 26 (1) When button (B) is pressed during normal hand movement, the second hand changes to the time difference display, and indicates the time difference stored in memory. (2) When the crown is pulled out to the first or second position, the hour hand performs a demonstration movement after which it indicates the current time and stops.
[Time Differences of Major Countries Relative to Germany] Countries having the same time difference as Germany Norway Sweden Denmark Netherlands Czech Slovakia Belgium France Spain Switzerland Italy Austria Poland Use of daylight savings time Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Time difference from Germany of –1 hour Ireland Iceland England Portugal Use of daylight savings time Yes No Yes Yes Time difference from Germany of +1 hour Finland Belarus Ukraine Romania Bulgaria Greece Turkey L
B. Setting Procedure for Time Difference Correction (2) The time difference can be corrected for 30 seconds after pressing button (A) or for 30 seconds following completion of hand movement after the crown has been pulled out to the first position. The date also changes in coordination with the hour hand.
Note: When correcting the time difference, pay attention to AM and PM in the region for which time difference is to be set. The time when the date changes is AM. The date changes between the hours of 10:00 PM and 3:00 AM. (4) Return the crown to the normal position after correcting the time difference. 5. Manually Setting the Time and Date This watch also allows the time and date to be set by manual operation when radio waves are unable to be received. A.
B. Correcting the Seconds and Minutes (1) When the crown is pulled out to the second position, the second hand rapidly moves to the 0 seconds position and stops. · If the second hand does not stop at the 0 seconds position, check the “Reference Position” and perform the procedure for “Setting the Reference Position”. (2) Turn the crown to set the minutes.
C. Correcting the Elapsed Years and Month When the crown is pulled out to the first position, the second hand changes to an indication of the number of years that have elapsed since the most recent leap year (elapsed years) and the month. (1) When the crown is pulled out to the first position, the second hand moves to the year and month stored in memory and stops. (2) Turn the crown to set the year and month.
• Reading the Year Leap year: 1st graduation of each month zone 1st year after leap year: 2nd graduation of each month zone 2nd year after leap year: 3rd graduation of each month zone 3rd year after leap year: 4th graduation of each month zone Decemb er Leap year 1st year 2nd y 3rd y ear ear Le 1s ap ye a 2n t ye d ar r ye ar If the month has been changed after setting the date causing the date to be set to a non-existent date, the date is automatically changed to the firs
D. Correcting the Hours and Date Since the date changes in coordination with the hour hand, it cannot be corrected independently. The date is changed by continuously advancing the hour hand. The hour hand and date can be corrected for 30 seconds after pressing button (A) or for 30 seconds after the hour hand has stopped moving. (1) Pull the crown out to the first position. · The second hand moves to the position of the year and month stored in memory and stops.
6. Unique Functions of Solar-Powered Watches When the watch becomes insufficiently charged, a warning function is activated and the display changes as shown below.
A. Power Save Function The second hand stops to save power when it reaches the 0 seconds position if the solar cell is not exposed to light and power is not generated for 24 consecutive hours. · The minute hand stops at the position corresponding to the second hand. · The hour hand and date change from normal movement (3-minute interval movement) to 1- hour interval movement. Note: Reception can still be performed either by regular automatic reception or free reception.
Notes: · The watch also switches to the power save function from either 2-second interval movement (insufficient charge warning function) or irregular 2-second interval movement (time setting warning function). · During the time the secondary battery is fully charged and the overcharging prevention function is activated, the power save function is not activated even if power is not generated as a result of the solar cell not being exposed to light.
C. Time Setting Warning Function D. Overcharging Prevention Function Recovery automatic reception is performed when the watch is exposed to light and sufficiently recharged after having stopped as a result of being insufficiently charged. · If reception has been successful, the time is corrected and the second hand begins 1-second interval movement.
7. General Reference for Charging Times of Solar-Powered Watches The time required for recharging varies according to the model of the watch (color of the dial, etc.). The following times are shown below only to serve as a reference. · Recharging time refers to the amount of time the watch is continuously exposed to light.
8. Solar-Powered Watch Handling Precautions 9. Replacing the Secondary Battery · If you wear long sleeves, the fabric may cover the watch and prevent it from being exposed to light resulting in the watch becoming insufficiently charged. · When the watch is removed, try to place it in as bright a location as possible. This will enable the watch to continue to run properly at all times.
10. Setting the Reference Position In the case the reference position of the watch has changed due to being subjected to a strong shock or the effect of static electricity, check the reference position (0 position/12:00 position) that serves as the basis of operation. If the second hand does not indicate the correct position, it is possible that the reference position may have shifted. Check the reference position of each hand using the procedure described below.
B. Setting the Reference Position (1) Continuously depress button (A) for 10 seconds or more. · After the second hand indicates the result Set between 31 and 1 of the previous reception, the second hand moves to the RX position (12:00 position) and then each hand rapidly moves to the reference position and stops. Continuously (2) Pull the crown out to the first position, set depress for 10 the date between 31 and 1, and set the seconds or more hour hand to 12:00.
11.
· After performing the all-reset procedure, the second hand will remain stopped even if the crown is returned to the normal position unless the reference position is set with the crown at both the first and second positions. · After performing the all-reset procedure, the time shown after setting the reference position is 12:00 AM. When setting the time manually, set both the time and date while paying attention to AM and PM so that the time is set correctly. 60 12.
For correct use within the design limits of the watch, confirm the level of waterresistance of your watch, as indicated on the dial and case, and consult the table. 13. Precautions CAUTION: Water-resistance performance There are several types of water-resistant watches as shown in the following table. Examples of use The unit "bar" is roughly equal to 1 atmosphere. * WATER RESIST (ANT) xx bar may also be indicated as W.R. xx bar.
• Water-resistance for daily use (to 3 atmospheres): This type of watch is waterresistant to minor exposure to water. For example, you may wear the watch while washing your face; however, it is not designed for use underwater. • Upgraded water-resistance for daily use (to 5 atmospheres): This type of watch is water-resistant to moderate exposure to water. You may wear the watch while swimming; however, it is not designed for use while skin diving.
CAUTION: Operating environment • Use the watch within the operating temperature range specified in the instruction manual. Using the watch where temperatures are outside the specified range may result in deterioration of functions or even stoppage of the watch. • Do NOT use the watch in places where it is exposed to high temperature, such as in a sauna. Doing so may result in a burn.
14. Specifications 1. Caliber No.: A414 2. Type: Analog solar-powered watch 3. Timekeeping accuracy: ±15 seconds per month on average (when not receiving radio waves) when worn at normal temperatures of +5°C to +35°C / 41°F to 95°F 4. Operating temperature range: -10°C to +60°C / 14°F to 140°F 5. Display functions: · Time: Hours, minutes, seconds · Date 6.
