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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 ENGLISH China Europe DCF77 FRANÇAIS Japan North America WWVB ESPAÑOL Time signals available to this watch are as shown on the table. DEUTSCH Les signaux d’heure disponibles sur cette ITALIANO montre sont indiqués dans le tableau. PORTUGUÊS Las señales horarias disponibles para este reloj aparecen en la tabla.
  • Page 3 After reading the manual, store it in a safe place for future reference. Be sure to visit the Citizen website at http://www.citizenwatch-global.com/ . Here you will find a variety of information such as electronic setting guides, answers to frequently asked questions, Eco-Drive recharging information and more.
  • Page 4 Safety precautions — IMPORTANT This manual contains instructions that should be strictly followed at all times not only for optimal use, but to prevent any injuries to yourself, other persons or property. We encourage you to read the entire booklet (especially, pages 70 to 83) and understand the meaning of the following symbols: ■...
  • Page 5 Safety precautions ■ Important instructions are categorized and depicted in this manual as follows: (Following symbols are examples of Pictograms.) Warning (caution) symbol followed by prohibited matters. Warning (caution) symbol followed by instructions that should be followed or precautions that should be observed.

  • Page 6: World Time

    Alarm Perpetual calendar ■ ■ Sounds at the time set. No need for monthly and leap-year date correction Chronograph ■ until February 28, 2100. Measures up to 60 minutes by 1 second. * "Eco-Drive" is an original technology of Citizen.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Before using this watch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Band adjustment .

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Receiving the signal manually (on-demand reception) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting summer time (DST) .

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Checking and correcting the reference position .
  • Page 10 Before using this watch This watch has a rechargeable cell which is charged by exposing the dial to light. Expose the dial to direct sunlight regularly to charge the watch. For details of charging, see page 44 -. After unpacking, follow the steps below when starting time and calendar adjustment.

  • Page 11: Before Using This Watch

    Before using this watch Band adjustment We recommend seeking the assistance of an experienced watch technician for sizing of your watch. If adjustment is not done correctly, the bracelet may unexpectedly become detached leading to loss of your watch or injury. Consult an authorized service center.

  • Page 12: How To Use A Specially Designed Crown/Button

    Before using this watch How to use a specially designed crown/button Some models are equipped with a specially designed crown and/or push button to prevent accidental operation. Screw down crown/button Unlock the crown/button prior to operate your watch. Unlock Lock Push the crown in to the Rotate the crown case.
  • Page 13 Before using this watch Recessed button Press the button with a non-marring narrow-tipped object. • Metal objects may cause marring or scratching of the button.
  • Page 14 Component identification Hands and buttons Function hand Button Hour hand Minute hand Crown 24-hour hand Second hand Button Mode hand Rotating bezel • The illustrations in this instruction manual may differ from the actual appearance of your watch.

  • Page 15: Component Identification

    Component identification Indication Reception-in-progress indication ( Reception result indication Power reserve level OK/NO Area name display Day of week indication Mode indication Summer time (DST) indication SMT ON/OFF Alarm indication Date indication ALM ON/OFF • A solar cell is under the dial.
  • Page 16 Changing the mode This watch features the four different modes as follows: Shows ordinary time. Mode for using the chronograph. Mode for setting the alarm. Mode for setting time and calendar manually. Pull the crown out to position The second hand points to 30 seconds and stops.

  • Page 17: Changing The Mode

    Changing the mode Rotate the crown to change the mode. Mode indication • Turn the crown so that the mode hand will point to a marker of the mode indication securely. Push the crown in to position 0 to finish the procedure.
  • Page 18 Checking the power reserve For details of charging, see “Charging your watch” (page 44). Checking the power reserve • See page 18 for instructions on how to read power reserve indication. Change the mode to [ ] (page 14 ) and push the crown in to position Press and release the lower right button The function hand indicates power reserve and the second...

  • Page 19: Checking The Power Reserve

    Checking the power reserve Power reserve indication • Press button A to return to normal indication. It returns to normal indication automatically in about 10 seconds without pressing the button. Continued on the next page ➡...
  • Page 20 Checking the power reserve Indication of power reserve in levels Level Power reserve indication Duration 10 - 7 months 7 - 1 month 1 month - 3 days 3 days or shorter (approx.) Insufficient Power reserve is Power reserve is Power reserve is charge warning sufficient.
  • Page 21 Checking the power reserve CAUTION • At the level “0”, the second hand starts to move once every two seconds (insufficient charge warning function, page 46). The function hand on the upper right sub dial always indicates the power reserve in this mode. In addition, functions other than time indication stop and become unavailable.
  • Page 22 Checking the previous signal reception result For details of signal reception, see “About signal reception” (page 49). Change the mode to [ ] (page 14 ) and push the crown in to position Press and release the lower right button The function hand indicates power reserve and the second hand indicates the previous reception result.

  • Page 23: Checking The Previous Signal Reception Result

    Checking the previous signal reception result • Press button A to return to normal indication. It returns to normal indication automatically in about 10 seconds without pressing the button.
  • Page 24 Checking the current world time setting For details of the world time, see “Setting the world time” (page 24). Change the mode to [ ] (page 14 ) and push the crown in to position Press and release the upper right button The second hand indicates the current time zone setting and the function hand indicates the current summer time (DST) setting (page 32).

  • Page 25: Checking The Current World Time Setting

    Checking the current world time setting • Press button B to return to normal indication. It returns to normal indication automatically in about 10 seconds without pressing the button.
  • Page 26 Setting the world time This watch can indicate the time around the world according to which of 24 time zones (offsets from UTC — Coordinated Universal Time) is chosen. • See page 22 to check which time zone is currently indicated. Change the mode to [ ] (page 14 ) and pull the crown out to position...

  • Page 27: Setting The World Time

    Setting the world time Rotate the crown to select an area. The hour and minute hands start moving as you finished to select an area. • For details of areas and time zones, see “Table of time zones and representative places” (page 26). •...
  • Page 28 Setting the world time Table of time zones and representative places • Countries or regions may change time zones for various reasons. • When using the watch in an area not listed in the table, select an area name in the same time zone.
  • Page 29 Setting the world time Second Time zone Area name Representative area Signal station hand Tokyo Japan Sydney Noumea ◆Japan Auckland Midway Honolulu ◆USA Anchorage** Los Angeles** Denver** Chicago** New York** Continued on the next page ➡...
  • Page 30 Setting the world time Second Time zone Area name Representative area Signal station hand Manaus ◆USA Rio de Janeiro Fernando de Noronha ◆Germany Azores* • The offsets in the table are based on the standard time. • The areas whose “Signal station” has ◆ mark in the table are out of reception range and cannot receive its signals.
  • Page 31 Receiving the signal manually (on-demand reception) For details of signal reception, see “About signal reception” (page 49). • It may take 2 - 15 minutes to receive time signals. • Execute “Setting the world time” (page 24) before time signal reception. •...
  • Page 32 Receiving the signal manually (on-demand reception) Change the mode to [ ] (page 14 ) and push the crown in to position Press and hold the lower right button A for 2 seconds or more until the second hand points " ".
  • Page 33 Receiving the signal manually (on-demand reception) Put the watch in the place with good conditions for time signal reception. • Do not move the watch as far as possible while the second hand points “ ”. After the reception finished, the reception result ( ) is OK/NO indicated and the watch returns to normal indication.
  • Page 34 Setting summer time (DST) Summer time (DST: Daylight Saving Time) is a system adopted in some countries/ areas to gain an extra daylight during summer. • In regions utilizing summer time (DST), the time signal includes summer time (DST) check signal. •...

  • Page 35: Setting Summer Time (Dst)

    Setting summer time (DST) Checking the summer time (DST) setting Change the mode to [ ] (page 14 ) and push the crown in to position Press and release the upper right button The second hand indicates the current time zone setting and the function hand indicates the current summer time (DST) setting.
  • Page 36 Setting summer time (DST) SMT ON SMT OFF Summer time (DST) is Standard time is indicated. indicated. • Press button B to return to normal indication. It returns to normal indication automatically in about 10 seconds without pressing the button.
  • Page 37 Setting summer time (DST) Changing the summer time (DST) setting Change the mode to [ ] (page 14 ) and pull the crown out to position The second hand indicates the current time zone setting and the function hand indicates the current summer time (DST) setting.
  • Page 38 Setting summer time (DST) Press and release the upper right button B while the hands stop. • Summer time (DST) is indicated. • Automatic switching of the summer time (DST) setting is activated. The summer time (DST) SMT ON setting is automatically changed corresponding to reception of summer time (DST) signals.
  • Page 39 Setting summer time (DST) Repeat steps 2 and 3 to execute the summer time (DST) settings of other time zones. Push the crown in to position 0 to finish the procedure. Link of summer time (DST) setting In the following groups of areas, the summer time (DST) setting of all areas in a group is automatically changed when summer time (DST) signals are received in an area of the group.
  • Page 40 Using the chronograph The chronograph on this watch can measure up to 60 minutes in 1 second increments. Change the mode to [ ] (page 14 ) and push the crown in to position 0 minute 0 second is indicated. Start measurement.

  • Page 41: Using The Chronograph

    Using the chronograph Chronograph minute Button B : Start/stop Button A : reset • Press and release this button to reset the chronograph after timing. Chronograph second • After 60 minutes of continuous chronograph operation, the chronograph automatically stops and is reset.
  • Page 42 Using alarm The alarm on this watch is based on the time indicated. It is based on the time of the time zone newly selected when the time zone setting of the world time is changed. Checking alarm setting Change the mode to [ ] (page 14 ) and push the crown in to position The hour, minute and 24-hour hands indicate the alarm time...

  • Page 43: Using Alarm

    Using alarm Alarm sounds as the time set comes. ALM ON No alarm sounds. ALM OFF • Each time you press button B , on/off of the setting changes alternately. Change the mode to [ ] and push the crown in to position 0 to finish the procedure.
  • Page 44 Using alarm Changing alarm setting • The alarm time is set in 24-hour basis. Change the mode to [ ] (page 14 ) and pull the crown out to position The hour, minute and 24-hour hands indicate the alarm time currently set and the second hand shows the alarm setting.
  • Page 45 Using alarm Change the mode to [ ] and push the crown in to position 0 to finish the procedure. The watch returns to normal indication. When the time set comes Alarm sounds for 15 seconds as the time set comes. •...
  • Page 46 Charging your watch This watch has a solar cell under the dial and stores the power generated by the cell in its built-in rechargeable cell. The cell is charged by exposing the dial to light such as direct sunlight or fluorescent lamps. For optimal performance, be sure to: •...

  • Page 47: Charging Your Watch

    Charging your watch CAUTION • Do not charge the watch at a high temperature (about 60°C (140°F) or higher) as doing so may cause movement malfunction. • If the watch is obscured from light by long sleeves frequently, supplemental charging may be needed to ensure continual operation. •...
  • Page 48 Charging your watch When the watch reaches a low charge state (insufficient charge warning function) When the power reserve becomes low, the second hand moves once every two seconds. This is the insufficient charge warning function. Be sure to fully charge your watch immediately as outlined on page 47.
  • Page 49 Charging your watch Charging time by environment Below are the approximate charging times when exposing to light continuously. Please use this table as a reference only. Charging time (approx.) Illuminance To start working To become fully Environment To work for one (lx) normally when the charged when the cell...
  • Page 50 Charging your watch Power save function The second hand stops automatically to save power when the watch has been kept in a dark place for a certain period of time and it cannot generate power. • The watch works normally even while saving power. •...
  • Page 51 About signal reception There are three ways to receive the time signal. Reception method Explanation The watch receives time signals automatically every night. Automatic reception You can perform signal reception manually when required. On demand reception (page 29) The watch automatically receives time signals when it is charged Recovery automatic enough after it stopped due to insufficient charge.

  • Page 52: About Signal Reception

    About signal reception When receiving the time signal Remove the watch and place it on a stable surface where it can receive the signal better, such as next to a window. • When wire glass is used for the window, open it or change the reception place.

  • Page 53: Note On The Time Signal

    About signal reception Note on the time signal This watch receives time signals from the five signal stations located in four regions in the world. The receivable signal stations are listed as follows: Signal stations Kind of the time signal Fukushima station, Japan Japan Kyushu station, Japan...
  • Page 54 About signal reception About 2 000 km radius Kyushu station About 1 500 km radius Fukushima station...
  • Page 55 About signal reception WWVB About 3 000 km radius Fort Collins station Continued on the next page ➡...
  • Page 56 About signal reception DCF77 About 1 500 km radius About 1 500 km radius Mainflingen station Shangqiu station, Henan...

  • Page 57: Poor Reception Areas

    About signal reception Poor reception areas It may be difficult to receive the time signal properly under certain environmental conditions or in areas susceptible to radio noise. • Extremely hot or cold • High-voltage electric locations cables, railway overhead cables, airports (transmission facilities) •...
  • Page 58 Adjusting the time and calendar manually Change the mode to [ ] (page 14 ) and pull the crown out to position The second hand points to 0 seconds and stops. Press and release the lower right button The hour and minute hands move slightly. Press and release the lower right button repeatedly to change the hand/indication to be corrected.

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Time And Calendar Manually

    Adjusting the time and calendar manually . Rotate the crown to adjust the hand/indication. • The hour, minute and 24-hour hands move synchronously. • Check AM/PM referring to the 24-hour hand. • Year and month are indicated with the second hand. Set them referring to page 58.
  • Page 60 Adjusting the time and calendar manually Month and year indications Set the year and month with the position of the second hand. “Month” corresponds to one of the 12 “Year” corresponds to the years since zones shown in the figure below. leap year and is indicated with markers in the zone of each month.
  • Page 61 Adjusting the time and calendar manually Years since leap Year Second hand year Hour marker 2016 2020 2024 2028 2032 (Leap year) 1st min. marker 2017 2021 2025 2029 2033 2nd min. marker 2018 2022 2026 2030 2034 3rd min. marker 2019 2023 2027 2031 2035 Ex.: Position of the second hand when setting April...
  • Page 62 Troubleshooting Checking and correcting the reference position If the time or calender is not shown correctly even after proper reception of the time signal, check whether the reference position is correct. • If the hands and indication do not reflect the correct reference position, the time and calendar will not be indicated accurately even if the time signal is received.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Change the mode to [ ] (page 14 ) and pull the crown out to position The hands and indication move to the current reference positions stored in memory and stop. Check the reference positions of them referring to the illustration of the previous pages.
  • Page 64 Troubleshooting Press and release the lower right button repeatedly to change the hand/indication to be corrected. • Each time you press button A , the target changes as follows. → Function hand/date indication Hour/minute/24-hour s → → (back to the top) hand Second hand •...
  • Page 65 Troubleshooting Rotate the crown to adjust the hand/indication. • The hour, minute and 24-hour hands move synchronously. • Date indication changes to the next as the function hand rotates 5 times. • When you rotate the crown quickly a few times, the hand/ indication will move continuously.

  • Page 66: Symptom And Remedies

    Troubleshooting Symptom and Remedies Symptom Remedies Page Cannot receive time signals Change the mode to [ ] and push the crown in to position 0 . Check power reserve. If the second hand is moving once every two seconds, you cannot •...
  • Page 67 Troubleshooting Symptom Remedies Page Time/calendar is abnormal. Change the mode to [ ] and push the crown in to position 0 . Indication is incorrect Check the world time setting. even after successful Check the summer time (DST) setting. reception. Check and correct the reference position.
  • Page 68 Troubleshooting Symptom Remedies Page Movement of a hand seems strange The hands rotate rapidly soon after you take the The power save function is canceled. Wait until − watch out of a case or the current time is displayed. something similar. The hands move in an Check the current mode.
  • Page 69 Troubleshooting Symptom Remedies Page Movement of a hand seems strange (continued) Change the mode of the watch to [ ], push • The world time setting the crown in to position 0 and press button is not indicated. • The summer time Check power reserve.
  • Page 70 Troubleshooting Resetting the watch — All Reset When the watch does not work properly, you can reset all the settings. If the power reserve is insufficient, charge the watch first. Be sure to perform the following operations after All Reset. Correct the reference positions.
  • Page 71 Troubleshooting Change the mode to [ ] (page 14 ) and pull the crown out to position The hands and indication move to the current reference positions stored in memory. • Proceed to the next step when the hands and indication stop.
  • Page 72 Eco-Drive watch handling precautions <Always Make Sure to Recharge Frequently> • For optimal performance, your watch should remain fully charged. • Long sleeves may inhibit light transmission to your watch. This may result in your watch loosing charge. In these cases supplemental charging may be necessary.

  • Page 73: Eco-Drive Watch Handling Precautions

    Eco-Drive watch handling precautions CAUTION Recharging Precautions • Do not charge the watch at a high temperature (about 60 °C (140 °F) or higher) as doing so may cause the movement to malfunction. Examples: • Charging the watch too close to a light source which generates a large amount of heat such as an incandescent lamp or halogen lamp.
  • Page 74 Eco-Drive watch handling precautions <Replacement of Rechargeable Cell> <Replacement of Rechargeable Cell> • This watch utilizes a special rechargeable cell that does not require periodical replacement. • This watch utilizes a special rechargeable cell that does not require periodical replacement. However power consumption may increase after using the watch for a number of years due However power consumption may increase after using the watch for a number of years due to wear of internal components and deterioration of oils.
  • Page 75 Eco-Drive watch handling precautions WARNING Use Only the Specified Battery • Never use a battery other than the rechargeable cell specified for use in this watch. Although the watch structure is designed so that it will not operate when another type of battery is installed, if a conventional watch battery or other type of battery is installed in the watch and the watch is recharged, there is the risk of overcharging which may cause the battery to rupture.
  • Page 76 Water resistance WARNING Water Resistance • Refer to the watch dial and/or the case back for the indication of the water resistance of your watch. The following chart provides examples of use for reference to ensure that your watch is used properly.

  • Page 77: Water Resistance

    Water resistance Water-related use Operate the Minor crown or exposure to Swimming Scuba diving Saturation button when water (washing and general Skin diving, using an air diving using the watch face, rain, etc.) washing work marine sports tank helium gas is wet mospheres mospheres...
  • Page 78 Water resistance • Non-water resistant models are not designed to come into contact with any moisture. Take care not to expose a watch with this rating to any type of moisture. • Water resistance for daily use (to 3 atmospheres) means the watch is water resistant for occasional accidental splashing.
  • Page 79 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION To Avoid Injury • Be particularly careful when wearing your watch while holding a small child, to avoid injury. • Be particularly careful when engaged in strenuous exercise or work, to avoid injury to yourself and others.

  • Page 80: Precautionary Items And Usage Limitations

    Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION Precautions • Always use the watch with the crown pushed in (normal position). If the crown is of the screw lock-type, make sure it is securely locked. • Do not operate the crown or any push buttons when the watch is wet. Water may enter the watch causing damage to vital components.
  • Page 81 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION When Wearing Your Watch <Band> • Leather bands and rubber (urethane) bands will deteriorate over time due to perspiration dirt. Because of the natural materials, leather band will be worn, deformed, and discolored over time.
  • Page 82 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION When Wearing Your Watch (continued) • Please request adjustment or repair of the band in the following cases: - You notice an abnormality with the band due to corrosion. - The pin of the band is protruding. •...
  • Page 83 Precautionary items and usage limitations <Strong Shock> • Avoid dropping the watch or subjecting it to other strong impact. It may cause malfunctions and/or performance deterioration as well as damage to the case and bracelet. <Static Electricity> • The integrated circuits (IC) used in quartz watches are sensitive to static electricity. Please note the watch may operate erratically or not at all if exposed to intense static electricity.
  • Page 84 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION Always Keep Your Watch Clean • Rotate the crown while it is pressed in fully and press the buttons periodically so they do not become stuck due to accumulations of foreign matter. • The case and band of the watch come into direct contact with the skin. Corrosion of the metal or accumulated foreign matter may result in black residue coming from the bracelet when exposed to moisture or perspiration.
  • Page 85 Precautionary items and usage limitations Caring for Your Watch • Wipe any dirt or moisture such as perspiration from the case and crystal with a soft cloth. • For metallic, plastic or synthetic rubber (polyurethane) band, clean it with soap and a soft toothbrush.
  • Page 86 Specifications E660 Analog solar-powered watch Model Type Average monthly accuracy: ±15 seconds when worn at Timekeeping accuracy normal operating temperatures between +5°C (41°F) and (without reception) +35°C (95°F) Operating temperature ‒10°C (14°F) to +60°C (140°F) range • Time: Hours, minutes, seconds, 24-hour Display functions •...

  • Page 87: Specifications

    Specifications • Solar power function • Confirming reception status ( RX ) • Overcharging prevention • Indicating the result of the last function reception ( OK/NO ) • Insufficient charge warning • Summer Time (DST) (automatic function (two-second interval SMT ON/OFF , manual SMT movement) OFF ) •...
  • Page 88 European Union directives conformance statement Hereby, CITIZEN WATCH CO.,LTD. declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directive 2014/53/EU and all other relevant EU directives. You can find your product’s Declaration of Conformity at...
  • Page 89 ＊ Model No.CB5 Cal.E660 CTZ-B8197 ①...

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