Summary of Contents for Citizen Eco-Drive Proximity
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Communication feature guide Citizen Eco-Drive Proximity Thank you for your purchase of this Citizen watch. Before using the watch, read this guide carefully to ensure correct use. Refer to precautions before using the watch. ■ Using the watch for the first time → “Precautions”...
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Important: Before using In this guide, it is mainly explained that the usage of the dedicated app, “Proximity 2.5”. Check the version of your Citizen Proximity and update the app and firmware of your watch before using. Proximity 2.5 ■ About the firmware version of the watch → page 18 ■...
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About “Proximity 2.5” app You can update the firmware of the watch through the “Proximity 2.5” app. In the combination of an updated watch and the iPhone which registered it, you can establish Bluetooth connection only using Bluetooth setting on the iPhone.
CONTENTS Component identification ............Registering (Pairing) with your iPhone [PR] ......... When you want to update the app or register (pair) a different iPhone ..Disconnecting the iPhone [DCT] ..........Maximum continuous connection time ..........Connecting to the registered (paired) iPhone [CT] ..... Setting notification preferences ..........
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CONTENTS Using iPhone Search ..............Locating your iPhone using sounds ............Removing registration (pairing)..........About the firmware version of the watch ........Updating the firmware of the watch ......... When the update fails ................Checking the current power reserve level ........Troubleshooting ...............
Component identification 1 Hour hand 2 Notification indication when connected to an iPhone Button 3 24-hour hand on the upper left sub dial 4 Second hand/Chronograph second hand 5 Function hand and function indications on the upper right sub dial •...
Registering (Pairing) with your iPhone [PR] When connecting the watch and your iPhone for the first time, registration (pairing) is required. Before registration (pairing) • Version check and update of firmware of the watch is required. (page 18) • For registration (pairing), you must operate both the watch and the iPhone. •...
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Registering (Pairing) with your iPhone [PR] Registering (pairing) with the iPhone • Registration (pairing) must be completed within about 2 minutes. If more than 2 minutes has elapsed before finishing registration (pairing), the watch returns to the normal operation. Turn on Bluetooth on the iPhone. Change the mode of the watch to [ PR ].
Registering (Pairing) with your iPhone [PR] When you want to update the app or register (pair) a different iPhone In the following cases, you must remove the current registration (pairing) and execute a new registration (pairing). See page 17 for more details about removing stored registration (pairing). •...
Disconnecting the iPhone [DCT] You can close the Bluetooth connection between the watch and iPhone. Change the mode of the watch to [ DCT ]. The connection is closed and the function hand on the upper right sub dial points the “ OFF ” area. Function hand on the upper right sub dial...
Connecting to the registered (paired) iPhone [CT] You can re-connect with the registered iPhone in the following cases: • When the watch mode is set to [ TME ], [ L-TM ] or [ CT ] • When the second hand indicates the second. (While the second hand indicates a notification type, stop the notification indication by pressing and holding either the lower right button or upper right button...
Setting notification preferences The apps on the list on the right can send notifications Supported apps Notification to the watch. type Name Made by • Notification is not sent to the watch when CALL Phone the “Notification Center” setting on iPhone is MAIL Mail deactivated even if an app’s own notification setting...
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Setting notification preferences You can activate/deactivate notification to the watch from supported apps on the iPhone. Tap the icon of the “Proximity 2.5” app. Tap “Notification Setting”. Slide the switches of apps to off which you do not want to get notification from.
Using Time Sync When “ Time Sync ” is enabled (default setting), the watch receives the time and calendar information (year, month, date, day, hour, minute, second) from the iPhone and adjusts the time following it each time they are connected or upon a time change. •...
Using Link Loss Alert When “ Link Loss Alert ” is enabled (default setting), the watch alerts when the Bluetooth communication with the iPhone is closed due to the iPhone location or other unintentional reasons. • No notification is sent to the watch if the iPhone and other Bluetooth devices are disconnected.
Using iPhone Search When “ iPhone Search ” is enabled (default setting), you can send signals to the registered (paired) iPhone that is within Bluetooth range with the watch to make the iPhone sound. • The “Proximity 2.5” app and Bluetooth on the iPhone must be turned on in advance. •...
(pairing). To remove the registration (pairing) information on the iPhone Delete “Eco-Drive Proximity” on the “DEVICES” list on the Bluetooth setting. To remove the registration (pairing) information on the watch You can execute it when the following conditions are filled.
2.0. Continue firmware update following the messages on the screen. • When the message displayed refers to the Citizen support web site, the firmware version of the watch is 1.xx. Manufacturer update of the firmware is...
Updating the firmware of the watch You can update the firmware of the watch through the app. • The app cannot update the firmware if the firmware version on your watch is not 2.0. For details, see page 18. Important: If you have a previous version of the Proximity app Remove registration on the watch and iPhone before starting update (page 17).
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Updating the firmware of the watch Preparation for firmware update Execute the following: • Keep the iPhone plugged to the power until update is finished. • Keep the iPhone charged to 50% or more. • Be sure not to move your watch or iPhone during the update process. •...
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Updating the firmware of the watch Turn on Bluetooth on the iPhone. Tap the icon of the app. Tap “Check for Update” on the bottom of the screen. Firmware information and instruction for the update appear on the screen. • When starting the app for the first time, the firmware information and instruction for the update appear automatically without tapping it.
Updating the firmware of the watch Tap “YES” to start update. The progress bar appears and shows progress of the update. Updating the firmware... • Be sure not to move your watch or iPhone during the update process. • It takes about 10 minutes to complete the update. •...
Checking the current power reserve level Take enough care of the power reserve level of the watch. Power consumption increases as amount of notifications increases. Be sure to keep your watch sufficiently charged. • If the current power reserve is not displayed (the watch is in [ CAL ] or [ CHR ] mode), change the mode.
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Checking the current power reserve level The power reserve level We recommend the power reserve to be a level 3 to ensure optimal operation. Level With connecting to iPhone within 6 hours a day Up to 10 days Up to 15 days Up to 5 days 7 months Approximate...
− Check the current watch mode. right, consult the nearest Press and release either the lower right button Authorized Citizen − or upper right button to cancel the notification Service Center. indication.
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• If you cannot solve in your back, etc. your problem with the remedies shown on the right, consult the nearest Avoid anything that will generate radio noise. Authorized Citizen Service Center. Check the versions of your iPhone and iOS.
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Troubleshooting Symptom Remedies Page − Check the connection status (“ ON ”, “ OFF ”). Check the power reserve. Ensure your iPhone is not being obscured such as by − being in a pocket or purse. When [▶ 0 ◀], [ CHR ] or [ CAL ] mode is selected, only vibration gives you notification.
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Troubleshooting Symptom Remedies Page Check if your iPhone is in communication distance (5 − m / 16-1/2 feet to 10 m / 33 feet) and avoid obstacles between the watch and the iPhone. Check if the watch is ready to receive the time info (the Time info cannot be −...
If the not move at all. second hand still does not move, consult the nearest Authorized Citizen Service Center. Specifications and contents of this booklet are subject to change without prior notice.
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