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MA2303-A
© 2023 CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.
User's Guide
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3556 EN

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  • Page 1 MA2303-A © 2023 CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. User’s Guide Watch 3556 EN...
  • Page 2 Congratulations upon your selection of this CASIO watch. To ensure that this watch provides you with the years of service for which it is designed, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual, especially the information under “Operating Precautions” and “User Maintenance”.
  • Page 3 About This Manual • Button operations are indicated using the letters shown in the illustration. • Each section of this manual provides you with the information you need to perform operations in each mode. Further details and technical information can be found in the “Reference”...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents About This Manual....................EN-1 Watch Features ..................... EN-6 Selecting a Mode ....................EN-7 Timekeeping ......................EN-9 Stopwatch ......................EN-14 Preset Timer ......................EN-19 Countdown Timer ....................EN-23 World Time ......................EN-30 Alarm ........................EN-32 Illumination ......................EN-35 Reference ......................EN-36 Specifications .....................
  • Page 5 Operating Precautions ..................EN-45 User Maintenance ....................EN-55 EN-3...
  • Page 6 Procedure Lookup The following is a handy reference list of all the operational procedures contained in this manual. To set the time and date ..................EN-10 To toggle the Timekeeping Mode time between DST and Standard Time ... EN-12 To toggle between 12-hour and 24-hour timekeeping ........EN-13 To measure times with the stopwatch .............
  • Page 7 To toggle a city code time between Standard Time and Daylight Saving Time ........EN-31 To set the alarm time ..................EN-32 To stop the alarm tone after it starts to sound ..........EN-33 To switch the Daily Alarm and Hourly Time Signal on and off ....... EN-34 To test the alarm ....................

  • Page 8: Watch Features

    Watch Features Stopwatch ◆ Preset Timer ◆ Countdown Timer ◆ World Time ◆ Alarm ◆ EN-6...

  • Page 9: Selecting A Mode

    Selecting a Mode • Press C to change from mode to mode. • In any mode (except when a setting screen is on the display), press B to illuminate the display. Timekeeping Mode Stopwatch Mode Preset Timer Mode EN-7...
  • Page 10 Countdown Timer Alarm Mode World Time Mode Mode EN-8...

  • Page 11: Timekeeping

    Timekeeping Use the Timekeeping Mode to set and view the current Day of week time and date. Month – Day Read This Before You Set the Time and Date ! The times displayed in the Timekeeping Mode and World Time Mode are linked. Because of this, make sure you select a city code for your Home City (the city where you normally use the watch) before you set the time and date.

  • Page 12: To Set The Time And Date

    To set the time and date 1. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down A until the seconds start to flash, which indicates the setting screen. 2. Press C to move the flashing in the sequence shown below to select other settings. Second City Code Hour...
  • Page 13 3. When the setting you want to change is flashing, use D and B to change it as described below. Screen To do this: Do this: Reset the second to 00 Press D. Toggle between Daylight Saving Time (On) and Standard Time (OFF) Change the city code Use D (east) and B (west).

  • Page 14: To Toggle The Timekeeping Mode Time Between Dst And Standard Time

    Daylight Saving Time (DST) Daylight Saving Time (summer time) advances the time setting by one hour from Standard Time. Remember that not all countries or even local areas use Daylight Saving Time. To toggle the Timekeeping Mode time between DST and Standard Time 1.

  • Page 15: To Toggle Between 12-Hour And 24-Hour Timekeeping

    To toggle between 12-hour and 24-hour timekeeping In the Timekeeping Mode, press D to toggle between 12-hour timekeeping and 24-hour timekeeping. • With the 12-hour format, the P (PM) indicator appears for times in the range of noon to 11:59 p.m. and no indicator appears to the left of the hour digits for times in the range of midnight to 11:59 a.m.

  • Page 16: Stopwatch

    Stopwatch The stopwatch lets you measure elapsed time. The upper Initial Stopwatch Mode display and lower display can be used for official timing of Screen an event or game. • The measurement range of the upper display is 59 minutes 59 seconds. •...

  • Page 17: To Measure Times With The Stopwatch

    Elapsed Time Screen Minutes Seconds Minutes Seconds • This time measurement • Press D to pause and cannot be paused. resume elapsed time It shows the total elapsed measurement. time since the timing operation started. • This time measurement (1/100 second) cannot be paused.
  • Page 18 Using the Watch for Official Timing of a Sport Event After you set a game or event time, the watch will sound an alarm when the time in the lower display reaches that time. If the event is interrupted for some reason, you can press D to pause and resume timing in the upper display.

  • Page 19: To Set The Event Time

    To set the event time 1. In the Stopwatch Mode, hold down A until the current event time setting starts to flash in the lower display. This is the setting screen. • If the current event time is not displayed, use the procedure under “To reset elapsed time measurement to zero”...

  • Page 20: To Pause Timing

    To pause timing 1. Press D. This stops elapsed time measurement in the upper display. • Elapsed time measurement in the lower display continues. 2. To resume elapsed time measurement in the upper display, press D again. When the preset event time is reached •...

  • Page 21: Preset Timer

    Preset Timer The watch includes a number of different preset times that Timekeeping Mode time you can select for the countdown start time. An alarm sounds when the countdown reaches zero. • The following are the preset start times, all in minutes: 10, 12, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45.

  • Page 22: To Perform A Preset Timer Operation

    To perform a preset timer operation 1. In the Preset Timer Mode, use A to scroll through the preset times until the one you want to use is displayed. 10 minutes 12 minutes 15 minutes 20 minutes 25 minutes 45 minutes 40 minutes 35 minutes 30 minutes...
  • Page 23 Auto-repeat on indicator • To turn on auto-repeat, hold down A while a start time selection screen is displayed. The number of repeats will appear in the lower display. • Frequent use of auto-repeat and the alarm can run down battery power. Number of repeats 2.
  • Page 24 • When the end of the countdown is reached, the alarm sounds for 10 seconds or until you stop it by pressing any button. • When the end of the countdown is reached while auto-repeat is turned off, the watch will go into an elapsed time operation and display how much time has elapsed since the end of the countdown was reached.

  • Page 25: Countdown Timer

    Countdown Timer With the countdown timer, you can set up to nine start Timekeeping Mode time times, which are counted down in sequence one after the other. Countdown timer number The countdown timer can be used for interval training (for example, three minutes running with INT 1, 1 minute rest with INT 2, five minutes running with INT 3) or for timing an multi-period event (for example, 45 minutes of play...

  • Page 26: To Configure Countdown Timer Settings

    • You can turn on an auto-repeat feature that restarts the timer sequence from the beginning when the end of the last timer is reached. • All of the operations in this section are performed in the Countdown Timer Mode, which you enter by pressing C (page EN-8).
  • Page 27 2. Use D (+) and B (–) to scroll through the countdown timer numbers until the one you want to set is displayed. INT 1 INT 2 INT 3 INT 4 INT 5 INT 9 INT 8 INT 7 INT 6 EN-25...
  • Page 28 3. Press C to move the flashing in the sequence shown below to select other settings. Countdown timer numbers Minutes Seconds Auto-repeat EN-26...
  • Page 29 4. While a setting is flashing, use D and B to change it as described below. Screen To do this: Do this: Change the countdown timer number Use D (+) and B (–). Change the minutes (00-59) Change the seconds (00-55, 5-second units) Press D.

  • Page 30: To Perform A Countdown Timer Operation

    5. Set the times of all of the timers that you want. Auto-repeat on indicator 6. Press A to exit the setting screen. • When auto-repeat is turned on, the number of repeats will appear in the lower display. • Frequent use of auto-repeat and the alarm can run down battery power.
  • Page 31 • The first countdown timer of the series is the lowest numbered one with a start time that is not zero. The final countdown timer of the series is the highest numbered one with a start time that is not zero. •...

  • Page 32: World Time

    World Time World Time shows the current time in 48 cities (29 time Timekeeping Mode time zones) around the world. • When you enter the World Time Mode, the data you were City code viewing when you last exited the mode appears first. •...

  • Page 33: To Toggle A City Code Time Between Standard Time And Daylight Saving Time

    To toggle a city code time between Standard Time and Daylight Saving Time 1. In the World Time Mode, use D to display the city code (time zone) whose Standard Time/Daylight Saving Time setting you want to change. 2. Hold down A for about one second to toggle between Daylight Saving Time (DST displayed) and Standard Time (DST not displayed).

  • Page 34: Alarm

    Alarm When the Daily Alarm is turned on, the alarm sounds Alarm on indicator for 10 seconds at the preset time each day. When the Hourly Time Signal is turned on, the watch beeps every Hourly time signal on hour on the hour. indicator •...

  • Page 35: To Stop The Alarm Tone After It Starts To Sound

    2. Press C to change the selection in the following sequence. Hour Minute 3. While a setting is flashing, use D and B to change it as described below. Screen To do this: Do this: Change the hour and minute Use D (+) and B (–).

  • Page 36: To Switch The Daily Alarm And Hourly Time Signal On And Off

    To switch the Daily Alarm and Hourly Time Signal on and off Press D while in the Alarm Mode to change the status of the Daily Alarm and Hourly Time Signal in the following sequence. Both on Both off Daily Alarm only Hourly Time Signal only To test the alarm...

  • Page 37: Illumination

    Illumination This watch has an LED (light-emitting diode) panel that causes the entire display to glow for easy reading in the dark. • See “Illumination Precautions” (page EN-41) for more important information. To illuminate the display In any mode, press B to turn on illumination. EN-35...

  • Page 38: Reference

    Reference This section contains more detailed and technical information about watch operation. It also contains important precautions and notes about the various features and functions of this watch. Graphic Areas The following describes the information indicated by the three graphic areas in each mode.
  • Page 39 Mode Graphic Area A Graphic Area B Graphic Area C Timekeeping Mode Timekeeping Mode Timekeeping Mode Timekeeping minutes seconds 10-seconds Stopwatch Time Stopwatch Time Stopwatch Time Stopwatch minutes 1/20-second 10-seconds Preset Time Preset Time Preset Timer Preset Time minutes 1/20-second 10-seconds Countdown Time Countdown Time...

  • Page 40: To Turn The Button Operation Tone On And Off

    Button Operation Tone The button operation tone sounds any time you press one of the watch’s buttons. You can turn the button operation tone on or off as desired. • Even if you turn off the button operation tone, the alarm, the Hourly Time Signal, the countdown timer alarm, and the event time alarm all operate normally.
  • Page 41 Scrolling The B and D buttons are used in various modes and setting screens to scroll through data on the display. In most cases, holding down these buttons during a scroll operation scrolls at high speed. This is true except when the countdown timer number is flashing on the Countdown Timer Mode screen (page EN-24).
  • Page 42 • The watch’s built-in full automatic calendar makes allowances for different month lengths and leap years. Once you set the date, there should be no reason to change it except after you have the watch’s battery replaced. World Time • The seconds count of the World Time is synchronized with the seconds count of the Timekeeping Mode.
  • Page 43 Illumination Precautions • Illumination loses power after very long use. • Illumination may be hard to see when viewed under direct sunlight. • Illumination turns off automatically whenever an alarm sounds. • Frequent use of illumination runs down the battery. EN-41...

  • Page 44: Specifications

    Specifications Accuracy at normal temperature: ±30 seconds a month Timekeeping: Hour, minute, second, p.m. (P), month, day, day of the week Time format: 12-hour and 24-hour Calendar system: Full Auto-calendar pre-programmed from the year 2000 to 2099 Other: Home City code (can be assigned one of 48 city codes); Daylight Saving Time (summer time)/Standard Time Stopwatch Measuring units: Upper display: 1 second;...
  • Page 45 Countdown Timer Number of Timers: Up to 9 Measuring unit: 1 second Input range: 59'55" (1-minute increments and 5-second increments) Other: Auto-repeat timing World Time: 48 cities (29 time zones) Other: Daylight Saving Time/Standard Time Alarm: Daily alarm, Hourly time signal Illumination: LED (light-emitting diode) Other: Button operation tone on/off EN-43...
  • Page 46 Battery: One lithium battery (Type: CR2025) Approximately 10 years on type CR2025 (1 stopwatch elapsed time operation per week (10-second alarm when timing reaches preset event time); 1 preset timer operation per week (10-second alarm when countdown reaches zero); 1 countdown timer operation per week (8 1-second beeps when any countdown timer reaches zero, 5-second alarm when last countdown timer reaches zero), daily alarm operation 10 seconds per day, 1.5 seconds of illumination per day)
  • Page 47 Operating Precautions Water Resistance • The information below applies to watches with WATER RESIST or WATER RESISTANT marked on the back cover. Enhanced Water Resistance Under Water Daily Use Resistance Under Daily 20  Atmospheres Atmospheres Atmospheres On watch front or on Marking 5BAR 10BAR...
  • Page 48 • Watches that do not have WATER RESIST or WATER RESISTANT marked on the back cover are not protected against the effects of sweat. Avoid using such a watch under conditions where it will be exposed to large amounts of sweat or moisture, or to direct splashing with water.
  • Page 49 If glass fogging does not clear up or if you notice moisture inside of the glass, immediately stop using your watch and take it to your original retailer or to an authorized CASIO service center.
  • Page 50 Take your watch to your original retailer or to a CASIO service center for inspection and repair (for which you will be charged) or to have the band replaced (for which you will be charged).
  • Page 51 Temperature • Never leave your watch on the dashboard of a car, near a heater, or in any other location that is subject to very high temperatures. Do not leave your watch where it will be exposed to very low temperatures. Temperature extremes can cause your watch to lose or gain time, to stop, or otherwise malfunction.
  • Page 52 Magnetism • Though a digital watch normally is not affected by magnetism, very strong magnetism (from medical equipment, etc.) should be avoided because it can cause malfunction and damage to electronic components. Electrostatic Charge • Exposure to very strong electrostatic charge can cause your watch to display the wrong time.
  • Page 53 Storage • If you do not plan to use your watch for a long time, thoroughly wipe it free of all dirt, sweat, and moisture, and store it in a cool, dry place. Resin Components • Allowing your watch to remain in contact with other items or storing it together with other items for long periods while it is wet can cause color on resin components to transfer to the other items, or the color of the other items to transfer to the resin components of your watch.
  • Page 54 • Leaving your watch wet for long periods can cause fluorescent color to fade. Wipe the watch dry as soon as possible after it becomes wet. • Semi-transparent resin parts can become discolored due to sweat and dirt, and if exposed to high temperatures and humidity for long periods.
  • Page 55 • Leaving a leather band where it is exposed to direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays) for long periods or failure to clean dirt from a leather band for long periods can cause it to become discolored. CAUTION: Exposing a leather band to rubbing or dirt can cause color transfer and discoloration.
  • Page 56 • Display figures may be difficult to read when viewed from an angle. Note that CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss suffered by you or any third party arising through the use of your watch or its malfunction.
  • Page 57 User Maintenance Caring for Your Watch Remember that you wear your watch next to your skin, just like a piece of clothing. To ensure your watch performs at the level for which it is designed, keep it clean by frequently wiping with a soft cloth to keep your watch and band free of dirt, sweat, water and other foreign matter.
  • Page 58 • For a resin band, wash with water and then wipe dry with a soft cloth. Note that sometimes a smudge like pattern may appear on the surface of a resin band. This will not have any effect on your skin or clothing. Wipe with a cloth to remove the smudge pattern.
  • Page 59 • Rust can cause sharp areas on metal components and can cause band pins to fly out of position or to fall out. If you ever notice any abnormality immediately stop using your watch and take it to your original retailer or to an authorized CASIO service center.
  • Page 60 Battery Replacement • Leave battery replacement up to your original retailer or authorized CASIO service center. • Have the battery replaced only with the type specified in the User’s Guide. Use of a different battery type can cause malfunction. • When replacing the battery, also request a check for proper water resistance.
  • Page 61 Initial Battery • The battery that comes loaded in your watch when you purchase it is used for function and performance testing at the factory. • The test battery may go dead quicker than the normally rated battery life as noted in the User’s Guide.
  • Page 62 City Code Table...
  • Page 63 City Code Table City City Other major cities in same time zone Code Differential Pago Pago –11 Honolulu –10 Papeete Anchorage –9 Nome Vancouver –8 Las Vegas, Seattle/Tacoma, Dawson City San Francisco Los Angeles Denver –7 El Paso, Edmonton Mexico City –6 Winnipeg, Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth, New Orleans Chicago...
  • Page 64 City City Other major cities in same time zone Code Differential Lisbon Dublin, Casablanca, Dakar, Abidjan London Barcelona Amsterdam, Algiers, Hamburg, Frankfurt, Vienna, Stockholm, Madrid Paris Milan Rome Berlin Athens Helsinki, Beirut, Damascus, Cape Town Johannesburg Istanbul Cairo Jerusalem Moscow Kuwait, Riyadh, Aden, Addis Ababa, Nairobi Jeddah Tehran...
  • Page 65 City City Other major cities in same time zone Code Differential Dubai Abu Dhabi, Muscat Kabul +4.5 Karachi Male Delhi +5.5 Mumbai, Kolkata Dhaka Colombo Yangon +6.5 Bangkok Jakarta, Phnom Penh, Hanoi, Vientiane Singapore Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, Manila, Perth, Ulaanbaatar Hong Kong Beijing Seoul...
  • Page 66 City City Other major cities in same time zone Code Differential Guam Melbourne, Rabaul Sydney Noumea Port Vila Wellington Christchurch, Nadi, Nauru Island • Based on data as of June 2005. • This table shows the city codes of this watch. •...
  • Page 67 CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. 6-2, Hon-machi 1-chome Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, Japan...

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