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TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page ii TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 TIMEX® EXPEDITION® WS4™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 WATCH FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Altimeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 2 INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 TIME MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Setting the Time and Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Changing the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 ALTIMETER MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 4 INTRODUCTION Some of the best places on the planet are the hardest to get to. Your new Timex® Expedition® WS4™ watch will help you get there. E Equipped with essential outdoor features, the WS4™ watch takes a fresh approach to wrist-top adventure instruments. The large, wide-screen dashboard displays key information at a glance, without flipping through modes.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 6 TIMEX® EXPEDITION® WS4™ “Remember, your WS4 is no substitute for sound judgment. Sound judgment comes from experience, and the only way to gain experience is to put in the time. Enjoy your new instrument, yet keep in mind it is like a pet dog that needs exercise. Take it outdoors and put it and yourself through the paces.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 8 WATCH FEATURES Time • Hours, minutes, and seconds displayed in 12- or 24-hour format. • Date displayed in MM-DD or DD.MM formats. • Second time zone, with independent hours, minutes, date, and format settings. • Hourly chime (optional). • Button beep (optional). • Both a digital and an analog clock. Altimeter • Shows measurements in either feet or meters. • Operating range from -1312 to 29,520 ft (-400 to 9000m) • Tracks current, peak and accumulated altitude.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 10 Alarm • Choose from daily, weekday, weekend, or weekly alarms. • One-time backup alert if alarm is ignored. QUICK START The next three pages will give you the basics you need to get your watch up and running in under 5 minutes. Continue reading for full instructions. Setting the Time and Date 1. Press MODE until time of day appears. 2. Press and hold SET to start. 3.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 12 Calibrating Altitude or Barometer and Setting the Weather You should calibrate either the Altimeter (HOME) or the Barometer (BARO), and the Weather Icon (WEATHER) prior to first use. You should calibrate the watch to the most accurate information you have. 1. Press MODE until CAL appears. 2. Press and hold SET to begin the calibration. 3. Press START/SPLIT (+) or STOP/RESET (-) to scroll among the reference point settings and choose either HOME or BARO. 4.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 14 INSTRUCTIONS TIME MODE Your watch shows the time for two time zones. In this mode, you can also choose measurement units (i.e., feet or meters; Fahrenheit or Celsius) and pick from three different display options. Setting the Time and Measurements 1. Press MODE until time of day is displayed. 2. Press and hold SET to start. 3. Press START/SPLIT (+) or STOP/RESET (-) to increase or decrease setting values for time zone, time, date, sounds, and measurements. 4.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 16 When the watch reaches the current altitude display you can also: Press START/SPLIT: view numeric current altitude or graphic display of altitude over the last 36 hours. Press and hold STOP/RESET: Reset accumulated altimeter statistics to zero to clear the memory. “When the alarm beeps you know you’ve reached your set altitude. This quick reminder will allow you to assess your condition and decide if you are on track for a successful ascent.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 18 4. Press MODE (NEXT) to advance to the next setting option. 5. Press SET (DONE) to finish. NOTE: The altimeter will display in either FT (feet) or M (meters) depending on which display unit you chose in Time Mode. See page 14 for information on setting units of measurement.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 20 • Current barometric pressure and the corrected sea level pressure. When the watch reaches the current barometric display you can also: Press START/SPLIT: Displays numeric current barometer reading or graphic display of the sea level pressure over the last 36 hours. Press and hold STOP/RESET: Reset accumulated barometer statistics to zero to clear the memory.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 22 NOTE: At low temperatures, the display could appear sluggish. Refer to page 9 for operating temperature range. Increase temperature surrounding watch to resume normal operation. P P NOTE: For more accurate temperature readings, try wearing the watch outside your jacket or clipping it to your belt or pack (ideally in an area not constantly exposed to the sun). You can also remove the watch from your wrist and put in shade for 15 to 30 minutes.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 24 24 CITY Amsterdam Anchorage Auckland Beijing Berne Bogota Bozeman Buenos Aires Calgary Capetown Moscow Mt. Everest Mumbai DEC. ANGLE 0° W 19° E 18° E 3° W 0° E 5° W 13° E 8° W 15° E 23° W 10° W 0° W 0° W CITY Chicago Dallas Denver Dubai Hong Kong Jerusalem London Los Angeles Madrid Mexico City Riyadh Rome Seattle DEC.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 26 4. Press START/SPLIT or STOP/RESET to increase or decrease setting values to match your chosen declination angle. 5. Press MODE to advance to the next setting option. 6. Press SET to finish. If you see CAL OK at the end of the calibration process you have successfully calibrated the compass. If you see CAL FAIL, repeat the calibration process. ATTENTION: Calibration may fail if you rotate the watch too quickly or take longer than one minute to complete.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 28 BUTTON FUNCTIONS MODE • Enter or exit the mode. • Quickly display a lap or split after pressing START/SPLIT when chrono is running. STOP/RESET • Stop the chrono. • Switch between altimeter or barometer display information (if chrono is at 00:00:00). START/SPLIT • Start the chrono. • Take a lap or split. SET • Switch the lap and split display positions. NOTE: Your chronograph can be a good tool for mountain biking, skiing, or trail running.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 30 ATTENTION: To save the life of your watch battery, when the chrono reaches 100 hours the watch will stop timing and the START/SPLIT button will not function. REVIEW MODE The Activity Review Mode on the watch captures lows, highs and adventure averages. Activity statistics are recorded while the chronograph is running and are then visible in Review Mode. Reviewing Activity Data 1. Press MODE until REVIEW is shown. 2.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 32 NOTE: Press and hold START/SPLIT to quickly scroll through all data. ATTENTION: You will see the message NO DATA STORED if the Chrono has never been run. TIMER MODE Your WS4™ watch includes a standard countdown timer that you can use for both outdoor and indoor activities. It can count down from a fixed time of up to 100 hours and can repeat a countdown up to 99 times. Setting the Timer 1. Press MODE until TIMER is shown. 2. Press and hold SET to start. 3.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 34 NOTE: While setting the timer, quickly scroll through the setting values by holding down START/SPLIT (+) or STOP/RESET (-). When the timer is running, a bar is shown in timer and time of day modes above the timer icon. If the timer is set to repeat, the bar is shown above the timer with arrow icon.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 36 NOTE: While setting an alarm, quickly scroll through the setting values by holding down START/SPLIT (+) or STOP/RESET (-). — The AM/PM value will (+) only appear if you have set the watch to display the 12-hour format.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 38 Setting and Calibrating Your Reference Points 1. Press MODE until CAL is shown. 2. Hold SET to begin the calibration. 3. Press START/SPLIT (+) to scroll among the reference points (HOME ALTI, BASE 1 ALTI, BASE 2 ALTI, BASE 3 ALTI, MANUAL ALTI, BARO, and WEATHER). 4. Press MODE (NEXT) to begin the setting process. 5. Press START/SPLIT (+) or STOP/RESET (-) to increase or decrease setting values. 6. Press MODE (NEXT) to advance to the next setting option. 7.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 40 GLOSSARY This glossary provides definitions for some of the features and functions of the watch described throughout this manual. Altimeter: An instrument used to determine the altitude of an object with respect to a fixed level. Typically altitude is measured with respect to sea level. Analog: As it relates to a watch, analog tells time with the use of hands. Barometer: A barometer measures atmospheric pressure and can help predict changes in weather.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 42 Split: Split time records the total elapsed time since the beginning of your current activity. Taking a lap or split: When you take a lap or split, the chronograph records the time for the current segment and automatically begins timing a new one. True North: The geographic north pole where all longitude lines meet. Maps are laid out with true north at the top.
TMX_W253_WS4_EN:Layout 1 9/3/09 8:38 AM Page 44 ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TIMEX IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some countries and states do not allow limitations on implied warranties and do not allow exclusions orlimitations on damages, so these limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from country to country and state to state.
