Seiko SOLAR DIVERS 200M Watch Instructions

Printed in Japan
Copyright © 2001 by
NSYV145 2001-9 Printed on recycled paper

FEATURES

POWERED BY LIGHT ENERGY
NO NEED FOR BATTERY CHANGE
LASTS FOR 6 MONTHS AFTER FULL CHARGE
ENERGY DEPLETION FOREWARNING FUNCTION
INSTANT-START FUNCTION
OVERCHARGING PREVENTION FUNCTION
200 METER WATER RESISTANCE (For Diver's Watch)
ROTATING BEZEL (For Diver's Watch)
SCREW DOWN CROWN (For Diver's Watch)
If your watch is a diver's watch, "DIVER'S 200 M" is inscribed on the dial.
Please read the instructions pertaining to your watch.
Diver's Watch model
CAUTION for
Diving is an inherently hazardous form of recreation and it is essential that you strictly
observe all instructions for use and maintenance of the watch set forth in this booklet for
safety's sake. Do not attempt to dive using this watch unless you have been properly trained
in diving.
Do not use the watch for saturation diving.

DISPLAY AND CROWN OPERATION

Most Regular models
Minute hand
Hour hand
a b c
2 CROWN
Date
Second hand
a) Normal position : Free
The solar cell is installed under the dial.
b) First click : Date setting
c) Second click : Time setting
Diver's Watch models / Some Regular models
Screw lock crown type

Rotating bezel

Hour hand
Minute hand
a b c d
2 CROWN
SOLAR
DIVERS 200
M
Second hand 0 3 Date
a) Screwed-in position
b) Normal position : Free
c) First click : Date setting
The solar cell is installed under the dial.
d) Second click : Time setting
ANALOGUE QUARTZ
SOLAR Cal. V145
&
SOLAR DIVER'S WATCH CAL. V145
INSTRUCTIONS
用法説明
HOW TO CHARGE AND START THE WATCH

TO CHARGE THE WATCH

When you start the watch or when the energy in the rechargeable battery is reduced to
an extremely low level, charge it sufficiently by exposing the watch to light.
Instant-start function:
When the watch is exposed to sunlight or strong artificial light (of more than 1,000 lux),
it will start operating immediately with Second hand moving at 2-second intervals.
1 Expose the watch to sunlight or strong
artificial light.
* When the watch has stopped operating, Second
hand will start moving at 2-second intervals.
2 Keep the watch exposed to the light until
Second hand moves at 1-second intervals.
3 When the watch is charged after it has
completely stopped, set the date and time
before wearing the watch.
* See "GUIDELINE OF CHARGING TIME" .
NOTES:
1 When the instant-start function is activated by exposing the watch to light, Second hand
starts moving at 2-second intervals immediately, but the energy stored in the rechargeable
battery is not sufficient. If the watch is turned away from the light, it may stop operating.
2 It is not necessary to charge the watch fully. It is important, however, to charge the watch
sufficiently, especially in case of initial charge.
CAUTION
Caution for charging
When charging the watch, do not place it too close to a photoflash light, spotlight,
incandescent light or other light sources as the watch temperature will become extremely
high, causing damage to the parts inside the watch.
When exposing the watch to sunlight to charge it, do not leave it on the dashboard of a car,
etc. for a long time, as the watch temperature becomes extremely high.
While charging the watch, make sure the watch temperature does not exceed 50 C.

GUIDELINE OF CHARGING TIME

Illumina-
Time required (approx.)
tion Light source Environment
(lux) A B C
60-watt incandescent Distance of 60 cm
500
250 hours 15 hours 60 minutes
light (2 ft.)
700 Fluorescent light Office, overhead 175 hours 11 hours 50 minutes
Distance of 70 cm
1,000 30-watt fluorescent light 120 hours 6 hours 30 minutes
(2 ft. 4 in.)
Distance of 20 cm
3,000 30-watt fluorescent light 40 hours 2 hours 10 minutes
(8 in.)
Distance of 12 cm
5,000 30-watt fluorescent light 22 hours 80 minutes 6 minutes
(5 in.)
Distance of 3 cm
10,000 30-watt fluorescent light 10 hours 30 minutes 3 minutes
(1 in.)
10,000 Sun Cloudy weather 10 hours 30 minutes 3 minutes
100,000 Sun Fair weather 3 hours 8 minutes 1 minute
A: for full charge B: for 1-second intervals C: to maintain 1-day usage
The values in this column represent the charging times required until Second hand moves
constantly at 1-second intervals after the watch starts operating with Second hand moving at
2-second intervals. Even if the watch is not charged for the time specified in the column, Second
hand may temporarily move at 1-second intervals. But, it will soon resume moving at 2-second
intervals, and therefore, charge the watch for more than the specified period.
The above table provides only a general guideline.
When the watch is fully charged, it will keep operating for approximately 6 months.
TIME/CALENDAR SETTING
Most Regular models
CROWN
Second hand
1 Pull out to first click and turn to set
Hour hand
the previous day's date.
Minute hand
2 Pull out to second click when
1 2
Second hand is at the 12 o'clock
position.
3
2
3 Turn until the desired date appears.
4
4 Turn to set Hour and Minute hands
5
to the desired time.
CROWN
5 Push back in to normal position in
Date
accordance with a time signal.
Diver's Watch models / Some Regular models
Screw lock crown type
Second hand
Hour hand
Minute hand
CROWN
1 2
1 Unscrew by turning counterclockwise.
2 Pull out to first click.
2 3
SOLAR
DIVERS 200 3 Turn to set the previous day's date.
M
0 3 4 Pull out to second click when Second
CROWN
hand is at the 12 o'clock position.
Date 5 Turn until the desired date appears.
6 Turn to set Hour and Minute hands to
the desired time.
4
7 Push back in to normal position in
5
3 accordance with a time signal.
6
SOLAR
DIVERS 200 M
8 While pressing, turn clockwise to
8 7
screw in completely.
0 3
NOTES:
1 Do not set the date between 9:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m. Otherwise, it may not change properly.
* If it is necessary to set the date during that time period, first change the time to any time
outside it, set the date and then reset the correct time.
2 When setting Hour hand, check that AM/PM is correctly set.
* The watch is so designed that the date changes once in 24 hours. Turn the hands past
the 12 o'clock marker to determine whether the watch is set for the A.M. or P.M. period.
If the date changes, the time is set for the A.M. period. If the date does not change,
the time is set for the P.M. period.
3 When setting Minute hand, first advance it 4 to 5 minutes ahead of the desired time and then
turn it back to the exact minute.
4 It is necessary to adjust the date at the end of February and 30-day months.
ENERGY DEPLETION FOREWARNING FUNCTION
When the energy stored in the rechargeable battery is reduced to an extremely low level,
Second hand starts moving at 2-second intervals instead of the normal 1-second
intervals.
In that case, recharge the watch as soon as possible by exposing it to light. Otherwise,
the watch may stop operating in about 3 days. (For recharging the watch, see "HOW TO
CHARGE AND START THE WATCH")

TO PREVENT THE ENERGY DEPLETION

Wear the watch so that it is not covered by your clothes.
When the watch is not in use, leave it in a bright place as long as possible.
* Make sure that the watch temperature does not exceed 50 C.
NOTE ON POWER SUPPLY
This watch is provided with a rechargeable battery for exclusive use with the watch.
Unlike conventional battery-powered watches, therefore, battery replacement is not
necessary.
The solar cell is a clean energy source, having no adverse effect on the natural
environment.
CAUTION
Never insert a conventional silver oxide battery in your watch as it may explode, generate
an intense heat or catch fire. The watch is so designed that even if the battery is installed
in the watch, the watch will not operate.
ROTATING BEZEL
The rotating bezel can show up to 60 minutes of elapsed time.
1 2
Turn the rotating bezel to align its Read the number on the rotating
" " mark with Minute hand. bezel that Minute hand points to.
Start
20 minutes
have elapsed.
Elapsed time
* The rotating bezel turns only counterclockwise for safety's sake.

PRECAUTIONS FOR DIVING

for Diver's Watch model
Before diving
Check that:
• the watch operates normally.
• the second hand is moving at 1-second intervals. If it is moving at 2-second intervals, do
not use the watch for diving. (For recharging the watch, see "HOW TO CHARGE AND
START THE WATCH")
• the time and date are properly indicated.
• the rotating bezel turns counterclockwise smoothly (the rotation must not be too loose or
too tight) and the " " mark aligns with the minute hand.
• the crown is locked tightly in place.
• there are no visible cracks in the crystal or the watch band.
• the strap or bracelet is securely fastened to the watch case.
• the buckle or clasp keeps the strap or bracelet firmly secured to the wrist.
• the metal bracelet is sized to fit your wrist if your watch has it.
If there are any malfunctions, we recommend that you contact an AUTHORIZED SEIKO
DEALER before using the watch.
While diving
• While you are underwater, never unscrew the crown or pull it out.
• Take care not to hit the watch against hard objects such as rocks.
• Bezel rotation may become slightly harder in the water but this is not a malfunction.
After diving
• After making a dive, be sure to rinse the watch in fresh water, and wash out all seawater,
soil, sand, etc.
• After cleaning the watch in fresh water, be sure to wipe it thoroughly dry to prevent possible
rust on the case.
• To maintain the excellent water resistant quality of the watch, we recommend that you
have the watch overhauled and that you have the gaskets for case back and crown
replaced by an AUTHORIZED SEIKO DEALER periodically.

SPECIFICATIONS

1 Frequency of crystal oscillator .. 32,768 Hz (Hz = Hertz ... Cycles per second)
2 Loss/gain (monthly rate) ........... 20 seconds at normal temperature range (5 C ~ 35 C)
(41 F ~ 95 F)
3 Operational temperature range . –5 C ~ +50 C (23 F ~ 122 F)
4 Driving system .......................... Step motor
5 Power supply ............................ Titanium-lithium ion rechargeable battery
6 Duration of life
Full charge ........................... Approx. 6 months
2-second interval operation .. Approx. 3 days
7 Additional function ..................... Instant-start function, energy depletion forewarning
function and overcharging prevention function
8 IC (Integrated Circuit) ................ C-MOS-IC, 1 piece
* The specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product improvement.
TO PRESERVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR WATCH

WATER RESISTANCE

Condition
Accidental Swimming, Taking a Scuba
of use
contact yachting bath and diving**
shallow
Indication on with water and
diving
case back such as taking a
Degree
rain and shower
of water
splashes
resistance*
Non-water
No indication No No No No
resistant
WATER
Yes No No No
3 bar
RESISTANT
WATER
Yes Yes No No
RESISTANT 5 bar
5 BAR
WATER
RESISTANT 10/15/20 bar
Yes Yes Yes No
10/15/20 BAR
DIVER'S
Yes Yes Yes Yes
20 bar
200 M
Non-water resistant
• If the watch becomes wet, have it checked by an AUTHORIZED SEIKO
DEALER or SERVICE CENTER.
Water resistant 5/10/15/20 bar
• Before using in water, be sure the crown is pushed in completely.
• Do not operate the crown when the watch is wet or in water.
If used in sea water, rinse the watch in fresh water and dry it completely.
5 bar WR
• Do not operate the crown when the watch is wet with soapy water or
shampoo.
• If the watch is left in warm water, a slight time loss or gain may be caused.
This condition, however, will be corrected when the watch returns to
10/15/20
normal temperature.
bar WR
* Pressure in bar is a test pressure and should not be considered as corresponding to
actual diving depth since swimming movement tends to increase the pressure at a
given depth. Care should also be taken on diving into water.
** Do not use the watch for saturation diving.
TEMPERATURES
Your watch works with stable accuracy within a temperature range of
+50°C
5 C and 35 C (41 F and 95 F).
Temperatures over 50 C (122 F) or below –5 C (+23 F) may cause
- 5 ° C
a slight time loss or gain or shorten the duration within which the watch
keeps operating.
However, the above conditions will be corrected when the watch returns
to normal temperature.
MAGNETISM

CARE OF CASE AND BRACELET

Your watch will be adversely To prevent possible rusting
a f f e c t e d b y s t r o n g of the case and bracelet, wipe
magnetism. Keep it away them periodically with a soft
from close contact with dry cloth.
N S
magnetic objects.
SHOCKS & VIBRATION
CHEMICALS
Be careful not to drop your
Be careful not to expose the
watch or hit it against hard
watch to solvents, mercury,
surfaces.
cosmetic spray, detergents,
adhesives or paints. Other-
wise, the case, bracelet, etc.
may become dis-colored,

PERIODIC CHECK

deteriorated or damaged.
It is recommended that the
PRECAUTION REGARDING watch be checked once every
2 - 3
CASE BACK PROTECTIVE FILM 2 t o 3 y e a r s b y a n
Years
A U T H O R I Z E D S E I K O
D E A L E R o r S E R V I C E
I f y o u r w a t c h h a s a
CENTER to ensure that the
protective film and/or a
case, crown, gasket and
sticker on the case back, be
crystal seal remain intact.
sure to peel them off before
using your watch.