WARNING are strictly observed. ・Avoid wearing or storing the watch in the following places. To indicate the risks of serious consequences such as severe injuries unless the following safety regulations are strictly observed. ○Places where volatile agents (cosmetics such as polish remover, bug repellent, thinners etc.) are vaporizing ○Places where the temperature drops below 5℃ or rises above 35℃ for a long time ・Immediately stop wearing the watch in following cases. ○Places of high humidity ○Places affected by strong magnetism or static electricity ○If the watch body or band becomes edged by corrosion etc. ○Dusty places ○Places affected by strong vibrations ○If the pins protrude from the band ※ I mmediately consult the retailer from whom the watch was purchased or ・If you observe any allergic symptoms or skin irritation SEIKO CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER. Stop wearing the watch immediately and consult a specialist such as a dermatologist or an allergist. ・Keep the watch and accessories out of the reach of babies and children. ・Other cautions Care should be taken to prevent a baby or a child accidentally swallowing the accessories. ○ R eplacement of the metal band requires professional knowledge and skill. Please ask a watch retailer I f a baby or a child swallows the battery or accessories, immediately consult a doctor, as it for replacement of the metal band, as there is a risk of hand or finger injury and fear of losing parts. will be harmful to the health of the baby or child. ○Do not disassemble or tamper with the watch. ・Do not remove the secondary battery from the watch. ○ K eep the watch out of the reach of babies and children. Extra care should be taken to avoid ※ About the secondary battery → POWER SOURCE P.122 risks of any injury or allergic rash or itching that may be caused when they touch the watch. Replacement of the secondary battery requires professional knowledge and skill. Please ask ○When disposing of used batteries, follow the instructions of your local authorities.
WARNING CAUTIONS Do not turn or pull out the crown when the watch is wet. Do not use the watch in scuba diving or Water may get inside of the watch. saturation diving. ※ If the inner surface of the glass is clouded with condensation or water droplets The various tightened inspections under simulated harsh appear inside of the watch for a long time, the water resistant performance of the watch is deteriorated. Immediately consult the retailer from whom the watch was environment, which are usually required for watches designed purchased or SEIKO CUSTMER SERVICE CENTER (listed on the end of a book). for scuba diving or saturation diving, have not been conducted on the water-resistant watch with the BAR (barometric Do not leave moisture, sweat and dirt on pressure) display. For diving, use special watches for diving. the watch for a long time. Be aware of a risk that a water resistant watch may lessen its water resistant performance because of deterioration of the CAUTION adhesive on the glass or gasket, or the development of rust on stainless steel. Do not pour running water directly from faucet. Do not wear the watch while taking a bath or a sauna. The water pressure of tap water from a faucet is high enough Steam, soap or some components of a hot spring may to degrade the water resistant performance of a water accelerate the deterioration of water resistant performance of resistant watch for everyday life. the watch. Display Function of Radio Signal Reception Results...The movement of the second hand indicates radio Features → P.103 signal reception results (Yes/No). This solar radio-controlled watch is equipped with the world time function. Display Function of Radio Signal Reception Level ..The movement of the second hand indicates the ・ B y selecting a time zone, the watch can automatically display the local time in a ...
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Display and button operation Display of Radio Wave Reception Level Display of Radio Wave Reception Result Main Watch Button A → 【Checking the reception results】 【Manual reception】 P.125 → P.103 Minute hand Crown H ・ ・・ H igh reception level (50-second position) Y ・ ・・ R eception Successful Normal position: H ow to select the time zone P.90 Hour hand (10-second position). Checking the reception result P.103 L ・・・ L ow reception level Manual reception P.125 (40-second position) N ...
Before use 2. Checking the time, date and day 1. Checking the charging status ※ T he hands of this watch cannot be moved by turning the crown. So when adjusting the time, date and day, refer to the following pages regarding the procedures. When the movement of the second hand shows an energy depletion state, the battery requires charging. The second hand moves The watch is When the time, date Use the watch without at one-second intervals. sufficiently charged. and day are correct adjustment. The second hand moves When the radio Setting the time, date at two-second intervals. The energy depletion forewarning signal can be and day by receiving a function is activated.→P.1 10 received radio signal → P.97 Charge the battery sufficiently. How to The second hand moves Radio signal reception range indication → P.99 charge at five-second intervals. When ether How to set the Environments in which it is difficult to receive a radio signal → P.106 The power save function is activated. →P.111 the time, date or ...
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3. Wait for ten seconds after How to select the time zone (How to display the local time around the world) The radio signal transmitting station can be changed by selecting the time the movement of the hour Within 10 seconds after procedure 1. is completed, start the operation of procedure 2.. zone. When selecting a time zone for and minute hands stop. ※ I f the watch is left untouched for 10 seconds after the second hand stops, the watch automatically regions other than the radio signal (The time zone adjustment returns to the TIME display mode. If this happens, restart the operation from procedure 1.. reception ranges, the radio signal mode is finished.) reception function will not work. 1. Keep pressing down the Button B The second hand starts to move. Button A 2. for clockwise ※ When setting the daylight saving time (DST), add one The watch automatically adjust (for 3 seconds) until the second turn hour to the time zone of a desired area. the date and day of the week as hand stops. necessary. In Japan In China In other countries The second hand starts to move and stops pointing to the currently selected time zone. ※ W hile the date and day of the week are Time zone ...
Q & A for the world time function About dual time display Equipped with the main watch and sub dial, the watch can simultaneously Q: W ill the watch be automatically set to the local time when it is moved to a place outside Japan in a different time zone? indicate the local times in two regions. A : T he watch will not be automatically set to the local time if it is just moved to a place outside Japan in a different time zone. Select the time zone where you are when you are abroad. Example: How to display the local time in Honolulu by the main watch, and If you select the time zone, the watch is automatically set to the local time. the local time in Japan by the sub dial. (The time difference can be adjusted in increments of 1 hour.) After selecting the time zone, if it is within the reception range of radio signals, you can leave the watch to receive the radio signal to set it to the precise time. Main watch: Local time (Honolulu) (The radio signal transmitting station can be changed by selecting a time zone.) Honolulu time (−19 hours): Q: W hen returning to Japan from overseas, is the time automatically set to Japan time? 15 o clock 8 minutes and 42 seconds A : J ust moving cannot adjust the Japanese local time. After selecting the time zone, radio signal reception is not Date: 5th. Day of the week: Sunday performed. When wearing a watch in Japan, set to Japan time by use of the time zone adjustment function. Q: T he hands stop during operation of time zone setting, therefore, does time lag occur? Sub dial: Home time (Japan) A : T he internal circuit stores the time, therefore, no time lag occurs. Japan time: ...
■ Automatic reception and manual reception About reception conditions ・ Automatic reception This watch receives standard radio signals from Japan (2 stations), China, U.S.A. ,Germany and the United Kingdom. This watch sets the time, date and day by automatically receiving a radio signal at a fixed When you set the watch to each time zone, the official standard frequencies the watch receives time. It automatically receives a radio signal before 2:00 AM, 3:00 AM and 4:00 AM. will be automatically changed accordingly to the selected time zone. → Setting the Time Zone P.90 ※ When the watch successfully receives a radio signal, it will stop automatic reception. ■ Radio signal reception range: Japan (JJY) ・Place the watch in a place where it can easily receive a radio signal such as near a window. The reception range from each transmitting station is approximately 1,000 km (1,000 km radius of each station). ・ W hile the watch is receiving radio signals, do not move it. JJY is operated by the National Institute of → To Improve Radio Signal Reception P.105 Information and Communications Technology (NICT). ・ Manual reception JJY is transmitted from two stations in Japan. When this watch cannot automatically receive a radio signal due to a difficult Each station transmits JJY in a different frequency. receiving environment, it is possible to receive them arbitrarily at any time. Fukushima (Ohtakadoya-yama → How to conduct manual reception P.125 transmitting station: 40 kHz) Kyushu (Hagane-yama transmitting ※ If the time zone is set to a region other than Japan, China, the United States, Germany and the United station: 60 kHz) Kingdom, the signal reception function will not work. → Time Zone Display and Time Difference Table P.92 ※ NICT: ...
■ Radio signal reception range: Germany (DCF77), United Kingdom (MSF) How to check the reception results Each reception range from the transmitting station of DCF77 and MSF is approxi- mately1,000 km and 500 km. (1,000 km and 500 km radius of the each transmitting ■ About reception result display station). There are four time zones within the reception range. The second hand indicates the latest radio signal reception results (Yes/No) for five seconds. DCF77 is operated by PTB. 1. Press the Button A once and release it. Southeastern Frankfurt Mainfl ingen transmitting station: 77.5 kHz The second hand indicates the reception ※ PTB: Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt Button A results. 1. Press once MSF is operated by NPL. and release 2. Check if the reception was Northwest England: Cumbria, England successful (within five seconds). Anthorn transmitting station: 60 kHz ※ NPL: National Physical Laboratory If the reception was successful: Y If the reception failed: N ※ The watch may be able to receive radio signals (the 10-second position) (the 20-second position) outside a reception range if the receiving conditions ...
・ Close to overhead ・ I nside a building, ・ T he time signal transmission may be stopped during maintenance of the facilities of each radio interference, power lines, TV between tall buildings, such as construction stations, train cables. underground. ・ Close to home electrical transmitting station or because of a lightning strike. In such a case, see each station s sites or places with appliances such as TV website for further information or contact SEIKO CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER. heavy traffic. s, refrigerators or air conditioners ・Websites of transmitting stations (as of January 2017) ・ Close to OA devises Avoid putting the watch Japan: NICT (Japan Standard Time Group) http://www.jjy.nict.go.jp/ such as mobile phones, China: NTSC http://www.ntsc.ac.cn personal computers or in such places when it ...
■ Power save function About energy This watch is equipped with a power save function which can suppress energy consump- ■ Energy depletion forewarning function tion when it is left without receiving an adequate light source for a certain length of time. ※ There are two types of power save mode. The energy depletion forewarning function is activated when the energy stored in the Power Save 1 Power Save 2 watch runs low. In such a case, the second hand moves at two-second intervals. If When the watch is exposed to a state without receiving When the watch is in an insufficient the watch continues to be in the state of two-second interval movement, the watch Condition an adequate light source for 72 hours or longer. charging state for a long time. switches to five-second interval movement, followed by a completely stopped state. The second hand stops The second hand stops If the energy depletion forewarning function is activated, charge the watch sufficiently. pointing at the 15-second pointing at the 45-second How to charge the watch ・・・・・ P.108 position, and the hour and position, and the hour and Standard charging time ・・・・・・・ P.109 minute hands also stop. minute hands also stop. Situation The watch conducts The watch does not automatic radio signal conduct automatic radio ※ Neither the buttons nor the crown can be operated while the second hand moves at two-second or five-sec- receiving. signal receiving. ond intervals (this is not a malfunction).
Magnetic resistance Examples of common magnetic products that may affect watches Affected by nearby magnetism, a watch may temporarily gain or lose time or stop operating. ※ When the hand positions deviate to display incorrect time as a result of influence of magnetism. this watch automatically corrects the hand alignment itself. (Refer to p.134) Indication on the case back Condition of use Keep the watch more than 10 cm away from No indication magnetic products. Cellular phone AC adapter AC-powered (speaker) (with magnet buckle) shaver Keep the watch more than 5 cm away from magnetic products. (JIS level-1 standard) Keep the watch more than 1 cm away from magnetic products. (JIS level-2 standard) If the watch becomes magnetized and its accuracy deteriorates to an extent exceeding the spec- ified rate under normal use, the watch needs to be demagnetized. In this case, you will be charged Magnetic Portable radio Magnetic Magnetic for demagnetization and accuracy readjustment even if it happens within the guarantee period. cooking device (speaker) necklace health pillow The reason why watch is affected by magnetism The built-in motor is provided with a magnet, which may be influenced by a strong external magnetic field. ●Leather band Band ・ A leather band is susceptible to discoloration and deterioration from moisture, sweat and direct sunlight. ・...
Special clasps A Type 1. Lift up the clasp to release the buckle. 3. Take the pin out of the adjustment hole, There are 3 type of special clasps as described below; adjust the size of the strap by sliding it Buckle If the clasp of the watch you purchased is one of them, back and forth, and then put the pin back please refer to the indications. into the appropriate adjustment hole. Flap Fixed loop Adjustment hole Moveable loop → → A Type P.119 B Type P.120 2. Open the flap. 4. Close the flap. ※ Do not push the flap in too hard. C Type → P.121 ※ When fastening the clasp, insert the tip of the band into the movable loop and fixed loop, and then, securely tighten the clasp. B Type C Type 1. Press the button on the buckle, and lift to ●How to wear or take off the watch ...
. ※ LumiBrite is luminous paint that stores and emits light, which is harmless to human beings and the environment, containing no toxic materials such as radioactive substances. ※ Refer to Standard charging time on P.109 to check the time required for fully charging the watch. After-sale service How to conduct manual reception (Receiving a radio signal manually) ●Notes on guarantee and repair 1. Put the watch down. 2. Press and hold Button A until the second hand ・ Contact the retailer the watch was purchased from or SEIKO CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER for repair or overhaul. moves to the 0-second position (for three seconds). Place the watch where it can ・ Within the guarantee period, present the certificate of guarantee to receive repair services. easily receive radio signals. ・ Guarantee coverage is provided in the certificate of guarantee. Read carefully and retain it. After the second hand moves to the 0-second position ・ For repair services after the guarantee period has expired, if the functions of the watch can and stops, the watch will start to receive radio signals. The antenna is embed- be restored by repair work, we will undertake repair services upon request and payment. ded at the 9 o clock Button A ●Replacement parts...
3. Leave the watch untouched for several 4. When the second hand starts When the watch is unable to receive radio signals minutes. (For twelve minutes at the longest) moving in one-second intervals, When the watch is unable to receive radio signals, refer to the following check if the signal reception When the second hand starts moving in one- pages for remedies. was successfully conducted. second intervals, the reception is completed. Upon completion of the signal reception, ・ When the watch cannot receive radio signals within the signal reception range. Reception takes some time. check if the reception was successful. → At trouble Reception of a radio signal P.140 (12 minutes at the longest) → About Reception Result Display P.103 If the above remedies do not solve the problem, set the time, date or day referring to the ※ During movement of the date or day neither ※ It depends on the radio signal conditions. How to Manually Set the time, date or day section below. the buttons nor the crown can be operated. → How to Manually Set the Time P.128 <Display before completing the reception> <If the reception has failed> → How to Manually Set the Date P.130 The second hand indicates the reception level. The second hand indicates the → How to Manually Set the Day P.132 (Updated every minute) reception result by pointing to N. ※ For the signal reception range, refer to Radio Signal Reception Range Indication P.99. Reception result: N ・...
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■ How to manually set the date 3. Keep pressing down the Button If you use the watch outside the radio signal reception range or in conditions where the watch A (for 2 seconds) until the cannot receive radio signals, the date will not be automatically adjusted. In such a case, especially second hand moves to point to on the first day after a month that has less than 31 days, the watch requires manual date setting. the 13-second position. Button A ・ The date can be adjusted independently of the time or day of the week. 3. Press for The watch enters the manual date setting ・ To use the watch in a radio signal receivable condition again, conduct automatic signal 2 seconds mode. reception to set the time. → Automatic Reception and Manual Reception P.98 ※ When the watch receives radio signals after the date is manually adjusted, it displays the date received from radio signals. 4. Press the Button B to set the ※ If the date remains incorrect even after a successful radio signal reception, the preliminary position of the 0 1 2 date. date may be misaligned. → How to correct the preliminary positions P.135 1. Pull out the crown to the first click. To advance Button A Press the button once and release. one day 2. Press for To advance Keep pressing down the button for longer than ...
Preliminary position How to correct the preliminary positions When the watch is unable to display the precise time date or day even if it successfully receives ■ Setting the preliminary position of the date, a radio signal with the correct time zone setting, the preliminary position may be misaligned. day hand, hour and minute hands The preliminary position may be misaligned due to the following reasons. ・ In the case of having a strong impact: Misalignment of the time and date may occur when dropping or hitting the watch. ・ In the case of a magnetic influence: Misalignment of the time and date may occur when The preliminary position of the date is the 1st. bringing the watch close to an object which generates magnetism. The preliminary position of the day hand is S. (Sunday) → Example of common magnetic products that may affect watches. P.115 The preliminary positions of the hour and minute When comparing the state of Misaligned Preliminary Hand Position to that of a weight scale, it is like a scale which is unable to display the correct weight because its needle is not set to the zero position before weighing. hands are 0:00 AM. ■ Automatic Hand Position Adjustment Function (Function to automatically adjust the preliminary position of the hour and minute hands) The hour, minute, and second hands have an Automatic Hand Position Adjustment Function, When the preliminary positions are incorrect, the correct date, day of the week which automatically corrects an incorrect preliminary position. Automatic Hand Position Adjustment Function activates once a minute for the second hand and or time cannot be displayed even if the watch receives radio signals.
6. Press the Button B once and release it. At trouble The hour and minute hands start to move and Reference stop pointing at 0:00 am. Condition Solutions pages 7. After completing the operation, leave The energy depletion forewarning function is activated. (P.110) The second hand moves the watch untouched for 20 seconds. Fully charge the watch so that the second hand may move at two-second intervals. at one-second intervals. P.110 The second hand moves The watch automatically exits the preliminary Be careful not to conceal the watch under a sleeve, etc., while wearing it. Button B at five-second intervals. When taking off the watch, place it in as bright a location as possible. position setting mode, and the second, hour 6. Press and minute hands start moving. The stopped second hand The power save function has been activated. (P.111) once pointing to the 15-second Wait until the current time is displayed. − When the watch returns to the TIME display position started operating. No operation is needed (this is not a malfunction.) mode, check if the time, date and day of the The power save function has been activated. (P.111) Hand ...
5. Driving systems ・ ・・・・・・・・・・・・・ Step motor (Hour and minute hands, second hand, and the date, day and hour and お客様相談室 minute hands for sub dial) 〒 100-0005 東京都千代田区丸の内 3-1-1 国際ビル 6. Power source ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ Secondary battery, 1 piece 〒 550-0013 大阪市西区新町 1-4-24 大阪四ツ橋新町ビルディ ング 7. Duration of operation ・ ・・・・・・・・ Approximately nine months (Fully charged, and the Power Save is not activated). ※ I f the Power Save is activated after it is fully charged, the watch continues to run for approximately two years at maximum. 8. Time setting by receiving ・・・・ Automatic reception (before 2:00 AM, 3:00 AM and 4:00 AM) the JJY-LF radio signal ※ Reception attempts depend on the radio signal receiving conditions. ※ A fter having received a radio signal, the watch will start to move depending on http://www.seiko-watch.co.jp/ the quartz movement until the next reception. ※ Manual reception is also available. 9. IC (Integrated Circuit) ・ ・・・・・・・ Oscillator, frequency divider and driving circuit C-MOS-IC, 3 pieces ※ The specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product improvement.
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