Table of contents Notes on the indications for the time Parts identification ....signal reception ....Preparation 1: Confirming the time signal Notes on the reception...
Parts identification Signal reception Chronograph second hand indication (NO/RX/H/M/L) Chronograph minute hand 24-hour hand Power reserve indication Alarm indication Upper right button ( B ) Hour hand Crown Daylight saving time indication Minute hand Lower right button ( A ) Crown for the scale* Date indication Scale*...
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How to use the screw down crown and screw down push button Some models feature a screw down crown and screw down push button. Locking the crown and button prevents accidental operation. Unlock them when you want to operate the watch. Unlock Lock Rotate the crown...
Preparation 1: Confirming the time signal reception and power reserve You must confirm the signal reception result and charge level at first before use. Ensure that the crown is in position 0. 0 1 2 Press the lower right button ( A ). The chronograph second hand indicates the signal reception result and the chronograph minute hand indicates the current power reserve...
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The indication of the signal reception result For in depth information on the receiving, see page 22. Indication Result The indication of the power reserve level Indication Almost empty Partially charged Power Mostly charged Fully charged duration Charge the watch at once. The indication is not so precisely.
2: Checking the reference position of the hands If the reference position is incorrect, the time and calendar are not indicated properly. Ensure that the crown is in position 0. 0 1 2 Press and hold the upper right button ( B ) for ten seconds.
3: Setting the city You can select your home or favorite city from 26 cities in the world. Pull the crown out to position 1. The chronograph second hand indicates the daylight saving time setting. Rotate the crown to select the city. •...
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Table of the city names The signal station is Indication City name Time difference Signal station changed depending − − on the selected city. London Some cities cannot Paris receive the signal though the signal Cairo station is assigned in Moscow the list.
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Indication City name Time difference Signal station Sydney Noumea Auckland Midway Island Honolulu Anchorage Los Angeles Denver Chicago New York Santiago Rio de Janeiro Fernando de Noronha Azores...
Using the chronograph You can record up to 60 minutes in increments of 0.2 seconds. Ensure that the crown is in position 0. 0 1 2 Press the upper right button ( B ) to start timing. The chronograph second hand starts timing. Press the upper right button ( B ) to stop Crown position timing.
Using the world time You can display a local time among 26 cities or UTC. Pull the crown out to position 1. The chronograph second hand indicates the daylight saving time setting. Rotate the crown to select the city. • Refer to the pages Crown position Crown •...
Using the alarm Pull the crown out to position 2. The chronograph second hand moves to indicate the alarm on/off setting while the hour and minute hands move to indicate the current alarm time setting. Crown position Crown Rotate the crown to set the alarm time. •...
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To stop the alarm tone Press the upper or lower right button ( A or B ). • The alarm tone sounds for 15 seconds and then stop if a button is not pressed. When using world time The alarm tone sounds based on the time of the selected city. •...
Setting the daylight saving time In regions where the daylight saving time (DST) is in effect, the time signal includes the daylight saving time check signal. • When “UTC” is selected as the city, you cannot change the setting. Pull the crown out to position 1. The chronograph second hand indicates the daylight saving time setting.
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About the daylight saving time setting Select the daylight saving time setting to fit the implementation of the daylight saving time. Status Setting Clock indication Daylight saving is not STD MA manual The watch always shows the standard time. performed. Daylight saving starts/ The watch always shows the daylight saving time.
Notes on the time signal This watch receives the time signal from the five signal stations located in four regions and automatically adjusts the time and calendar. The receivable signal stations are listed as follows: Signal station Signal stations Kind of the time signal indication Fukushima station, Japan Kyushu station, Japan...
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JJY: JJY: Fukushima station Kyushu station...
Receiving the time signal manually (On-demand reception) You can adjust the watch by receiving the time signal any time when the time is not correct or the reception result is “NO”. • You must be in an area that you can receive a time signal. •...
Notes on indications for the time signal reception The chronograph second hand shows the current or last status of the reception. Status Meanings Ready for reception. Very good condition for reception. “H”, “M”, and “L” only indicate Good condition for reception. the condition for reception, and are not related to the Not good condition for reception.
Notes on the reception of the time signal Receiving the time signal There are three ways to receive the time signal: Methods Explanations Receives the signal at 2:00 a.m. every day. If reception is unsuccessful, then, Automatic reception the watch tries to receive at 3:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m. Receives the signal when you want to adjust the time and calendar.
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• Even when this watch receives a time signal successfully, the accuracy of displayed time will be dependent on the reception environment and internal processing. • If the watch is not able to receive a signal, it will operate normally within an accuracy range of ±15 seconds per month.
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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 locations • Near high-tension electrical lines, railway overhead wires or communication facilities •...
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When signal reception is poor The surroundings near your house, such as high-tension electrical lines or structures may block the path to the signal location, this can cause a poor environment for receiving the time signal. With reference to pages 17 to 24, search for a better place for reception. Then, attempt to receive the time signal in the procedure on pages 20.
Setting the time/calendar manually You can adjust the watch manually when the reception fails or you are unable to receive a signal. Pull the crown out to position 1. The chronograph second hand indicates the daylight saving time setting. • You can change the city by rotating the crown. Refer to the pages Press the upper right button ( B ).
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• Each time you press the upper right button ( B ), the item selection changes in the following order (the selected item moves a little to indicate the selection): Minute/Second hand → Hour/24-hour hand → Date → Year/Month → To the beginning Rotate the crown to adjust the selected Crown item.
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Month and year indications The year and month are indicated by the chronograph second hand. Dec. Nov. Jan. Oct. Leap year Feb. Sep. 1st year since leap year 2nd year since leap year Mar. Aug. 3rd year since leap year e.g.
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The figure shows May The figure shows September in the 1st year from the in the 3rd year from the recent recent leap year (e.g. leap year (e.g. 2011). 2009). Quick reference chart for number of years passed since leap year Indication of the chronograph Passed year Year...
Adjusting the reference position • Before the operation below, be sure to reset the chronograph. • See the next page to check the correct position for each item. Ensure that the crown is in position 0. 0 1 2 Press and hold the upper right button ( B ) for ten seconds.
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• Each time you press the upper right button ( B ), the item selection changes in the following order (the selected item moves a little to indicate the selection): Chronograph minute hand/Date → Hour/24-hour hand → Minute/Second hand → Chronograph second hand →...
Notes on charging your watch This watch has a rechargeable cell which is charged by exposing the dial to light such as direct sunlight or fluorescent lamps. For optimal performance: • Expose the watch with the dial towards direct sunlight for several hours at least once a month.
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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. Charge the watch by exposing the dial to light. •...
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Charging time by environment Below are the approximate times needed for charging when exposing the watch dial to light continuously. Please use this table as a reference only. Charging time to start Charging time to work for Environment Illuminance (Lx) working normally when the one day rechargeable cell is empty...
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Power save feature When the watch is not exposed to light for more than seven days such as when you store it in the dark, all hands automatically stop to save the power. • When the crown is pulled out, the power save feature will not activate. To cancel the power save feature When the watch is exposed to light sufficient for charging, the power save feature is automatically disengaged and normal time indication will resume.
Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your watch, check the table below. Symptoms Remedies Page Problems with time signal reception. Push the crown in to position 0. − Avoid things likely to interfere with a time signal and place Reception is the watch with the 9:00 position facing toward the station.
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Symptoms Remedies Page The correct time − Check the city setting. and calendar are not indicated after Check and correct the reference position. successful reception. The hands do not work properly. Some hands moves Stop the chronograph. unintentionally. The second hand moves Charge the watch.
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Symptoms Remedies Page The hands do not work properly. The hands start turning The watch is canceling the power save feature. rapidly as you take it out Wait until the rapid movement stops. of the case. The time and/or date is not correct. −...
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Charge the watch by exposing it to direct sunlight The watch does not for five or six hours. move even if the watch Though the trouble is not solved after charging, contact your nearest Authorized Citizen Service is charged. Center. Push the crown in to position 0. −...
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Resetting the watch The watch may not work properly if it is affected by static electricity or shock. In this case, you must reset the watch. Charge the watch before resetting if the power reserve level is low. Pull the crown out to position 1. The chronograph second hand indicates the daylight saving time setting.
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After resetting the watch You must set the watch again in the procedure below. Select a city. See page 11. • You can change the daylight saving time setting. Refer to page 14. Adjust the reference position correctly. See page 30. Adjust the time/calendar.
Precautions Warnings Handling the rechargeable cell • Do not remove the rechargeable cell. If it is removed, keep the rechargeable cell out of the reach of children to prevent ingestion. • If the rechargeable cell is swallowed, consult a doctor and seek medical treatment.
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Cautions About charging • Excessively high temperature when charging the watch may cause discoloration and deformation of the components, and result in malfunction of the movement. • Do not charge the watch at a high temperature (about 50˚C/122˚F or higher). Example: - charging the watch too close to light such as an incandescent lamp or halogen lamp (Halogen lights are...
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To avoid injury • DO NOT wear the watch where the temperature becomes extremely high—such as in a sauna. The watch may become hot and burn the skin. To avoid malfunction • DO NOT use the watch where the temperature is lower or higher than the operating temperature specified in this manual.
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• Avoid using the watch where it may be exposed to chemicals or corrosive gases. If solvents, such as thinners or benzine, or substances containing such solvents come in contact with the watch, discoloration, melting, cracking, etc. may occur. The case, band, or other parts may become discolored if the watch comes into contact with some household chemicals mercury that may be found in thermometers.
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Warnings on water-resistance performance • Water-resistance for daily use: This type of watch is resistant to minor exposure to water such as accidental splashing. For example, you may wear the watch while washing your face; however, it is not designed to be used underwater. •...
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Examples of use Minor exposure Moderate Marine sports to water exposure to (skin diving) (washing face, water (washing, rain, etc.) kitchen work, swimming, etc.) Indication Names Specifications (Case or back) WATER WATER Water resistant for RESIST(ANT) or RESIST(ANT) daily use no indication WATER WR 50 or WATER...
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• If water has penetrated the watch, or if the inside of the glass is fogged up and does not become clear in a day, take the watch to your dealer or Citizen Service Center for repair. Leaving the watch in such a state will rust the internal parts and cause malfunction.
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Keep your watch clean • Keep your watch clean to prevent rust or dirt building up as this may stain your clothes, damage the watch or appear as black residue on your wrist. Depending on use, occasional cleaning of the exterior of your watch may be necessary.
Your watch needs an inspection once every two or three years for safety and longer usage. To keep your watch water-resistant, the gaskets and other components need to be replaced regularly. Other parts need to be inspected and replaced if necessary. Always ask for genuine Citizen parts upon replacement.
Information The time signal The time signal is broadcast almost continuously 24-hours a day, but may occasionally be interrupted due to maintenance. The broadcasting conditions of the time signal can be checked on the station web site. The time signal has no effect on the human body or medical equipment.
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To avoid hand misalignment by impacts or magnetism Impact detection function: This function prevents unwanted movement of the hour, minute and second hands when the watch receives an impact. Hand correction function (hand reference position auto-correction function): The reference position of the hands is checked at regular intervals, and if there is any misalignment, the hour, minute and second hands are rapidly corrected to maintain the correct time.
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About luminous paints The paint on the dial and hands helps you with reading the time in a dark place. The luminous paint stores light (daylight or artificial light) and glows in a dark place. It is free from any radioactive substance or any other material harmful to a human body or environment.
Specifications H61* Analog solar-powered watch Model Type Within ±15 seconds per month on average (when worn at normal temperatures Timekeeping between +5˚C/41˚F and +35˚C/95˚F without the time signal reception) accuracy −10˚C/14˚F to +60˚C/140˚F Operating temperature range Time: Hours, minutes, seconds, 24 hours, City: Three cities, Calendar: Date, Display functions Power reserve level: four degrees, Receiving stations: five stations in four regions (JJY: Japan, WWVB: USA, DCF77: Germany, BPC: China)
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• Power reserve indication Additional • Overcharging prevention function functions • Insufficient charge warning function (two-second interval movement) • Energy saving function (power save feature) • Receiving time signal (automatic, on demand, automatic recovery) • Confirming reception status (RX, H, M, L, and NO) •...
Using the calculation scales Using the calculation scales, you can easily calculate the driving distance or general computing, etc. To rotate the scale, turn the crown for the scale. • You may need to add a decimal point depending on calculation results. •...
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Calculating the navigation plan Required time How long does it take an airplane flying at 180 Question knots to fly a distance of 450 nautical miles? Align “18” on the scale to “ ▲ ”. The answer “2:30” (two hours and 30 minutes) corresponds to “45”...
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Speed (ground speed) What is the speed (ground speed) of an airplane when it takes Question 1 hour and 20 minutes to fly a distance of 240 nautical miles? Align “24” on the scale to “1:20 (80)”. The answer “18” (180 kt) on the scale corresponds to “...
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Flying distance What is the flying distance traveled in 40 Question minutes at a speed of 210 kt? Align “21” on the scale to “ ▲ ”. The answer “14” (140 nautical miles) on the scale corresponds to inner “40”. Answer...
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Fuel consumption rate If 120 gallons of fuel are consumed in Question 30 minutes’ flying time, what is the fuel consumption rate? Align “12” on the scale to “30”. The answer “24” (240 gallons per hour) on the scale corresponds to inner Answer “...
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Fuel consumption How much fuel is consumed in 6 hours Question at a fuel consumption rate of 250 gallons per hour? Align “25” on the scale to “ ▲ ”. The answer “15” (1500 gallons) on the scale corresponds to inner “6:00”.
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Maximum flying hours With a fuel consumption rate of 220 gallons per hour Question and a fuel supply of 550 gallons, what is the maximum number of flying hours? Align “22” on the scale to “ ▲ ”. The answer “2:30” (two hours and 30 minutes) corresponds to “55”...
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Conversion How do you convert Question 30 miles into nautical miles and kilometers? Align “30” on the scale to “STAT. ( ▲ )”. The answer “26” (26 nautical miles) on the scale corresponds Answer to “NAUT. ( ▲ )”, and the answer “48.2”...
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General calculations Multiplication Question 20 × 15 Align “20” on the scale to inner “10”. The answer “30” (300) on the scale corresponds to inner “15”. Answer...
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Division Question 250 / 20 Align “25” on the scale to inner “20”. The answer “12.5” (125) on the scale corresponds to inner “10”. Answer...
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Ratios Question 30 / 20 = 60 / x Align “30” on the scale to inner “20”. The answer “40” (40) corresponds to “60” on the scale. In addition, Answer the ratio of the value on the scale to the inner value is 30:20 at all positions on the scales.
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Square root Question 225 Rotate the scale so that an inner value to “22.5” on the scale is equal to a value on the scale to inner “10”. The value Answer “15” is the answer.
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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...
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