Product Features GPS wave watch functionality (SATELLITELINK) Accurately adjust your watch to the correct time based on GPS satellite waves. Note that you will still need to adjust for DST (summer time) manually. Solar charge your watch when exposed to light (LIGHT CHARGE) You can charge your watch by casting solar or fluorescent light on the dial plate.
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Simple navigation functions using GPS satellite waves and the magnetic sensor Use GPS satellite waves to acquire positional information and establish the direction and linear distance from your current location to a previously set home point (goal point). (User’s Guide)
Notes Before Use Cautions for Use Please read through the contents of this product manual before using this product to use it in a safe manner. Using this product in a manner other than that described in this manual could lead to product failures and accidents. Signs Used in this Manual This product manual uses the following signs to express warnings concerning dangerous use and handling of this product in order to...
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Cautions for Use Warning Do not use this product when damaged. Doing so may lead to injury, product failure or fi re. Stop use and bring this product into a repairs center under the following circumstances. • When the watch or the watch band has sharpened due to corrosion or some other factor •...
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Caution Carefully wipe off any moisture, sweat or grime adhered to this product. • Continuing to use this product while moisture, sweat, grime or other impurities are on this product may result in itching, infl ammation, or other conditions. If skin abnormalities occur, immediately stop use and consult a specialist doctor.
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Caution Do not store or leave in the following locations. • Places with extreme temperature/humidity changes • Places with extremely high temperatures, low tempera- tures, or high humidity • Places with volatile materials • Places with large amounts of soot and dust •...
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Warning Do not take out the rechargeable battery inside this product. Using a regular silver oxide battery with this product may result in cracking, heat buildup and fi res. Replacing the rechargeable battery requires specialist knowledge and technical skills. Please inquire with the place of purchase if the battery needs replacing.
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Warning Do not use the winding crown or other buttons on this product while it is submerged in water or while wet. Doing so may degrade water-proofi ng performance or lead to product failure. Do not directly expose this product or the accessory to water from a water faucet.
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Electromagnetic Wave-related Cautions ® This product is equipped with Bluetooth technology. This only functions to transmit waves with the accessory packaged with this product. This product has been authorized for use as a low power data communications system according to the Radio Act. Therefore, a wireless station license is not required to use this product.
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2 If there are instances of harmful radio wave interference with a private mobile object identifi cation radio station immediately either change the frequency band in use or stop transmitting radio waves, and then use the “Inquiries” form to consult with the customer inquiries center on potential interference avoidance measures, etc.
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Warning If skin abnormalities occur, immediately stop use and consult a specialist doctor. In airplanes, hospitals and other areas where use may be restricted, follow the instructions provided on-site (via in-fl ight announcements, etc.) with regard to use. Do not bring this product into surgery rooms, intensive care units, etc., and do not use this product near electric medical equipment.
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Caution Do not use this product when devices that generate magnetic fi elds are nearby, or in areas where there is a strong magnetic fi eld. This may stop clock functions and prevent accurate measurements. This could also cause damage to the product.
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Preparation 1. Confi rm Packaged Contents Please confi rm the contents of the product package purchased. Please contact the place of purchase if there are items missing or if defects are found. We apologize for the inconvenience caused. □ Reference manual (this manual) □...
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3. Remove Flight Mode This product has been shipped in Flight Mode ( ) as required under the provisions of the Civil Aeronautics Act. If this product has been set to Flight Mode when purchasing the product, turn off Flight Mode before using the product. How to turn off Flight Mode: Hold down the “A”...
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Basic Operations Names of Each Part and How to Use Them Watch The dial plate may vary depending on the model of watch. Center hand Minute hand Hour hand Screw lock winding crown Bezel Displays the unit’s and ten’s place during measurements Dial ring Gradations used for measurements Displays the time zone...
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Measuring hand (long hand) Measuring hand (short hand) Numbers Short hand: Unit for thousands when performing measurements Long hand: Unit for hundreds when performing measurements Flight Mode Indicator hand Currently working Mode hand Mode [TIME] Clock mode [ALT] Altimeter mode [COM] Compass mode [BAR]...
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Using the Screw Lock Winding Crown ■ The winding crown uses a screw-type lock mechanism. Unlock/set the lock in the following manner. Important Make sure to lock the winding crown again once adjustments are complete. Continuing to use the watch while the winding crown is unlocked may degrade water-proofi...
Removing the lock on the winding crown allows you to pull out and rotate the winding crown. Pulling out The winding crown is pulled out in two stages. Each stage results in a different action. 0 1 2 Rotating Quickly move the hand forwards or backwards by rapidly turning the winding crown.
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Accessory UV reading window Mode Battery replacement required sign “On/Off” button “Mode” button Metal hook Attachment clip Accessory Power On/Off ■ Press and hold the “On/Off” button on the accessory (around three seconds). Power On One of the modes lights up for around two seconds. Power Off All modes fl...
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Confi rming Remaining Battery Power Remaining Battery for the Watch Check the indicator hand on the watch to see the remaining battery for the watch. Remaining battery level 4 (70% or higher) All functions available for use. Remaining battery level 3 (around 30 ~ 70%) All functions available for use.
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Watch Power Saving Functions This product is equipped with power saving functions to limit battery power consumption. There are two types of power saving functions, with each used when certain conditions are met. Note that while the hour and minute hands will stop moving, this does not indicate damage to the product.
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Charging A solar power function (LIGHT CHARGE) has been included in the dial plate of this device. Frequently exposing this product to solar and fl uorescent light allows for extended use over long periods of time. How to Charge this Product Charge this product by exposing the dial plate to light.
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Reference Charging may take a while in dark areas and other environments that are not very well lit. (Under the shade of clothing garments, etc.) Also note that you cannot charge this product in environments with no light. (Inside drawers, etc.)
Setting the Time Setting the Time You can set the time to the time zone set based on GPS satellite waves. Reference You will need to set the correct time zone when adjusting the time to your travel destination. Move to an area suitable for receiving GPS information Keep pressing the “A”...
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Point the watch upwards and wait until the data transmission results appear (the short seconds hand points to [Y] or [N]) It will take anywhere from 10 seconds to 1 minute for data to be received. ■ Receiving data The short seconds hand will show the number of GPS data sources acquired. Reference •...
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Matching Time Zones and Time Settings Receive GPS data to acquire positional information on your current location. You can use the positional information acquired to identify the time zone and set the time and date for your location. Important Note that your watch may be set to a neighboring time zone if you use this function near the boundary between time zones.
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Point the watch upwards and wait until the data transmission results appear (the short seconds hand points to [Y] or [N]) It will take anywhere from 30 seconds to 2 minutes for data to be received. ■ Receiving data The short seconds hand will show the number of GPS data sources acquired. Reference •...
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Using the Watch as a Measuring Device Measuring Altitude/Barometric Pressure The air pressure sensor installed inside the device enables altitude and air pressure readings. Altitude readings are taken when in [ALT] mode, and barometric pressure readings are taken when in [BAR] mode. Important This product uses an air pressure sensor to calculate altitude readings.
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Press and release the “C” button to perform a measurement When measurements are being performed (one minute) the indicator hand will point to [M]. After measurements are complete measurement results will be updated around once every 10 minutes. Confi rm the measurement results...
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Checking Direction The magnetic sensor installed inside the device makes it easy to check for north. Important Make sure to calibrate the magnetic sensor when fi rst using this product, or whenever you feel that the measured results diverge from true north. Keep pressing the “A”...
Calibrating the Magnetic Sensor Placing this product in environments with strong magnetic fi elds may prevent it from showing north. Make sure to calibrate the magnetic sensor when fi rst using this product, or whenever you feel that the measured results diverge from true north. Important •...
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When performing the fi rst calibration the short seconds hand will move from the 0 seconds mark to the 30 seconds mark. Rotate the watch 180 degrees as accurately as possible while keeping the watch level 180° Keep the watch as it is in step and press and release the “C”...
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Push the winding crown back in to lock it into place...
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Using the Watch and Accessory Together for Measurements Measuring the UV Index You can use the product accessory to measure the UV index. The UV index indicates the strength of UV light. Measurement results are sent from the accessory to the watch and displayed using the watch hands.
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Press and release the “C” button to start a connection between the watch and the accessory When transmitting (one minute) the indicator hand will point to [M]. Point the UV reading window on the accessory (the sensor used to measure UV light) directly at the sunlight Confi...
Measuring the Temperature You can use the product accessory to measure the temperature. Measurement results are sent from the accessory to the watch and displayed using the watch hands. Important • Temperature readings are affected by direct sunlight, body temperature, humidity and other environmental factors.
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Press and release the “C” button to start a connection between the watch and the accessory When transmitting (one minute) the indicator hand will point to [M]. Confi rm the measurement results...
Measuring Steps Taken and Calories Used You can use the product accessory to measure steps taken and calories used. Check the number of steps taken in the [Steps] mode, and the number of calories used in the [Calorie] mode. Measurement results are sent from the accessory to the watch and displayed using the watch hands.
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Reference • The number of steps taken and calories used are always being tracked regardless of the measurement mode used on the watch provided that the accessory is turned on. • Measurement results are cumulative. To begin measurements from 0, reset the measurement results.
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Keep pressing the “A” button to set the mode to [ACC] Switching to the [ACC] mode will display details of the last connection with the accessory. Press and release the “C” button to start a connection between the watch and the accessory When transmitting (one minute) the indicator hand will point to [M].
Appendix Customer Service and Support After-sales Support ■ • Please contact the place where you purchased this product or our repairs center for repairs and parts cleaning (overhaul work) for tuning. • If a defect occurs within the warranty period, make sure to bring the warranty form when dealing with the place where you purchased this product or our repairs center.
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Repair Parts ■ • The standard warranty period for repair parts used for the watch is seven years. The standard warranty period for repair parts used for the accessory is six years after the end of manufacturing. • Please note that replacement parts with a different appearance may be used for repairs.
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Replacing the Packing Used for the Accessory Battery ■ Cover To ensure that the accessory stands up to regular use over an extended period of time, we recommend replacing the packing used for the battery cover once every two years. Packing degradation may result in reduced water-proofi...
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Inquiries Product, Warranty and Repairs-related Inquiries Customer Service Center Hours: 9:30 ~ 17:00 Monday ~ Friday (excluding public holidays, company holidays) TEL: TBD Site for Repairs Watch and Wearable Repairs Center 421-8 Hino, Hino-shi, Tokyo 191-8510 TEL: +81 42-847-3378 FAX: +81 42-847-3381 Please visit out website for up to date information on product support.
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