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Page 1 Thank you for your purchase of this Citizen watch. Before using the watch, read this instruction manual carefully to ensure correct use. After reading the manual, store it in a safe place for future reference. ✳ The case has different features depending on the model.
Page 2: Safety Precautions
Safety precautions This manual contains the following instructions that should be strictly followed at all times to prevent injury to yourself and other persons as well as damage to property. ■ Injuries and damage that might be caused by using the watch improperly or neglecting any of the instructions or precautions contained in this manual are classified with the following symbols.
Page 3 ■ Important instructions that should be followed are classified with the following symbols. Warning (caution) symbol followed by instructions that should be followed or precautions that should be observed. Warning (caution) symbol followed by prohibited matters. <Notes before use—Protective stickers> Prior to the watch being shipped from the manufacturing plant, its glass, case, metal band, and metal parts of the clasp are covered with stickers to protect them from getting fingerprints or scratches during transit from the plant to the store.
Page 4 No need for date correction “World Time” at the end of each month. Easy to see the time and The leap year is also updated calendar of cities all over the automatically. world. * “Eco-Drive” and “Perfex” are Citizen original technologies.
Page 5: Before Using The Watch
Before using the watch The following must be done before using the watch: Checking the power reserve Page Check the charge level of the watch. Setting the World Time Page Select the city for which you want to indicate the time and date. Checking the time signal reception Page Check the result of the time signal reception.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Before using the watch ....Receiving the time signal manually (On demand reception) ....Component identification....Switching Summer Time and Checking the power reserve ..standard time ......Checking the time signal Recharging your watch ....reception ........Adjusting the time/calender Setting the World Time ....
Page 7 Troubleshooting ......Information ......... Resetting the watch—All Reset ... Specifications....... Solar-powered watch handling Customer support center ....precautions ....... Water resistance ......Precautionary items and usage limitations....... Warranty and service....
Page 8: Component Identification
Component identification Minute hand Upper right button ( Hour hand Date indicator Signal reception Crown indication (OK/RX/NO) Second hand City indication Lower right button ( Summer Time indication (ON/OFF) The illustrations in this instruction manual may differ from the actual appearance of your watch.
Page 9 Component identification How to use the screw down crown and screw down push button Some models feature a screw down crown and/or screw down push button. Locking the crown and/or button prevents accidental operation. These must be unlocked prior to using certain features of your watch such as setting the time or date. Unlock Lock Push the crown in to the case.
Page 10: Checking The Power Reserve
Checking the power reserve 1. Ensure that the crown is in position 2. Press the lower right button briefly. The second hand moves to indicate the power reserve. The second hand The watch is sufficiently charged. indicates “OK” or “NO” The second hand rotates The charge of the watch is low.
Page 11: Checking The Time Signal
Checking the time signal reception 1. Ensure that the crown is in position 2. Press the lower right button briefly. The second hand indicates the reception result. OK Reception has succeeded. NO Reception has failed. When reception When reception has failed, see page 22. has succeeded 3.
Page 12: Setting The World Time
Setting the World Time Select the city for which you want to indicate the time and date. 1. Pull the crown out to position The second hand moves and indicates the city currently selected. 2. Rotate the crown to select the city for which you want to indicate the time and date.
Page 13: Table Of Selectable Cities
Setting the World Time Table of selectable cities • The indications in the table below are written differently on some models. • The signal station is changed depending on the selected city. • Cities out of receivable range cannot receive the signal though a signal station is assigned in the list.
Page 14 Setting the World Time Second hand Indication City name Time difference Signal from... position Karachi Karachi Delhi Delhi +5.5 Dhaka Dhaka China Bangkok Bangkok Hong Kong HKG or Hong Kong or or Beijing Beijing Tokyo Tokyo Adelaide Adelaide +9.5 Sydney Sydney Japan Noumea...
Page 15 Setting the World Time Second hand Time Indication City name Signal from... position difference Midway Midway Island Honolulu Honolulu Anchorage Anchorage L.Angeles Los Angeles Denver Denver Chicago Chicago New York New York Santiago Santiago R.Janeiro Rio de Janeiro F.Noronha Fernando de Noronha Germany Azores Azores (Ponta Delgada)
Page 16: Notes On The Time Signal
Notes on the time signal reception Receiving the time signal There are three ways to receive the time signal: • The second hand indicates the reception result (OK/NO). (See page 11.) Methods Explanations Receives the signal at 2:00 a.m. every day. If reception is Automatic reception unsuccessful, the watch tries to receive at 3:00 a.m.
Page 17 Notes on the time signal reception • The automatic reception function and recovery automatic reception function cannot be deactivated. • Even when this watch receives the time signal successfully, the accuracy of the displayed time will be dependent on the reception environment and internal processing. •...
Page 18 Notes on the time signal reception Note on the time signal This watch receives the time signal from one of the five signal stations located in four regions. The receivable signal stations are listed as follows: Signal stations Kind of the time signal Fukushima station, Japan Kyushu station, Japan Fort Collins station, Denver, Colorado, USA...
Page 19 Notes on the time signal reception Approximate receivable area The receivable range is often affected by the receiving environment, weather, and season. Use the diagram only as an approximate value. (Japan): (Japan): Approx. 2000 km Approx. 1500 km Kyushu station Fukushima station Continued on the next page...
Page 20 Notes on the time signal reception The receivable range is often affected by the receiving environment, weather, and season. Use the diagram only as an approximate value. WWVB (USA): Approx. 3000 km Fort Collins station...
Page 21 Notes on the time signal reception The receivable range is often affected by the receiving environment, weather, and season. Use the diagram only as an approximate value. (China): Approx. 1500 km Shangqiu station DCF77 (Germany): Approx. 1500 km Mainflingen station...
Page 22 Notes on the time signal reception When signal reception is poor High-tension electrical lines or other structures near your house may block the path to the signal station. This may result in a poor environment for receiving the time signal. With reference to pages 19 to 21, search for a better place for reception.
Page 23 If the signal reception is still poor, consult the Citizen Consumer Help Desk (TEL: 0120–78–4807). We will provide a map showing the locations of the signal stations.
Page 24: (On Demand Reception)
Receiving the time signal manually (On demand reception) You can adjust the watch by receiving the time signal any time when the time and date are not correct or the reception result is “NO. ” • The watch will not start to receive if the second hand is moving once every two seconds (this is the insufficient charge warning).
Page 25 Receiving the time signal manually (On demand reception) 1. Ensure that the crown is in position 2. Press and hold the lower right button for two or more seconds. The second hand moves to “RX” and the watch starts receiving. After receiving the time signal, the second hand will move normally.
Page 26: Switching Summer Time And
Switching Summer Time and standard time Summer Time is a system adopted in some countries/areas to gain an extra hour of daylight during summer by advancing clocks by one hour. • The summer time rules may change depending on the country or area. •...
Page 27 Switching Summer Time and standard time Checking the time currently shown Check whether the watch shows Summer Time or standard time. 1. Pull the crown out to position The second hand moves and indicates which time is currently shown. ON Summer Time is shown OFF The standard time is shown 2.
Page 28 Switching Summer Time and standard time Changing the time to show 1. Pull the crown out to position 2. Rotate the crown to change the setting. To show Summer Time: Rotate the crown to the right to select “ON. ” To show the standard time: Rotate the crown to the left to select “OFF.
Page 29 Switching Summer Time and standard time <The time shown for each city> The watch shows and memorizes Summer Time/standard time in common for the following cities in each area so you do not need to change them for each city. •...
Page 30 Switching Summer Time and standard time To cancel the automatic switching function If you manually show the standard time in step 2 on page 28, the automatic switching function is deactivated and the watch will not show Summer Time by signal reception. If you are in an area that receives the summer time check signal but does not adopt Summer Time, deactivate the automatic switching function.
Page 31 Switching Summer Time and standard time To activate the automatic switching function again Select “ON” in step 2 on page 28 to show Summer Time. • This operation also activates the automatic switching function. • If you activate the automatic switching function when Summer Time season is not in effect, receive the time signal to show the standard time.
Page 32: Recharging Your Watch
Recharging your watch This watch has a rechargeable cell which is charged by exposing the dial to light, such as direct sunlight or fluorescent lamps. After taking off the watch, put it in a location where the dial is exposed to bright light, such as by a window. The charge of the watch is low if the second hand rotates counterclockwise when you check the power reserve (page 10) or the time signal...
Page 33 Recharging your watch In addition, for optimal performance, perform the following: • Expose the watch with the dial facing towards direct sunlight for five to six hours at least once a month. • Before storing the watch in a dark place for an extended period of time, be sure to charge it fully.
Page 34 Recharging your watch Charging time by environment Below are the approximate times required for charging when exposing the watch dial to light continuously. Please use this table as a reference only. Charging time for the Charging time for the Illuminance second hand to start Environment second hand to move...
Page 35 Recharging your watch Run time Fully charged to fully discharged: Approximately two years (with power save feature) Approximately six months (at normal operation) Power reserve upon insufficient charge warning function (page 36): Approximately three days...
Page 36 Recharging your watch 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. •...
Page 37 Recharging your watch 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, the minute hand and second hand automatically stop to save power. However, the watch still keeps the time.
Page 38: Adjusting The Time/Calender Manually
Adjusting the time/calendar manually 1. Pull the crown out to position 2. Press the lower right button briefly. The second hand moves to the 0 second position. 3. Rotate the crown to adjust the minute. • The second hand rotates around once and the minute hand moves one minute.
Page 39 Adjusting the time/calendar manually 6. Press the lower right button briefly. The date indicator moves slightly. 7. Rotate the crown to adjust the date. 8. Press the lower right button briefly. The second hand indicates the current setting of the month and year. 9.
Page 40 Adjusting the time/calendar manually Month and year indications The year and month are indicated by the second hand when you adjust the time and calendar manually. The date is corrected automatically at the end of each month if the number of years passed since the last leap year and month are set correctly.
Page 41 Adjusting the time/calendar manually The figure shows February in The figure shows September the 3rd year since the last leap in the 2nd year since the last year. leap year. Quick reference chart for the number of years passed since the last leap year Indication of the second hand Passed year Year...
Page 42: Checking And Correcting The Current
Checking and correcting the current reference position If the time or date is not shown correctly even after proper reception of the time signal, check whether the reference position is correct or not. What is the reference position? Correct reference position The base position for all the hands to indicate the time and date.
Page 43: Reference Position
Checking and correcting the current reference position 1. Pull the crown out to position 2. Press and hold the upper right button for five or more seconds. All hands and the date indicator move to indicate the current reference position. •...
Page 44 Checking and correcting the current reference position 3. Pull the crown out to position 4. Press the lower right button briefly. The hour hand moves slightly. 5. Rotate the crown to adjust the hour hand to the “0:00:00” position. • If you spin the crown quickly a few times, the hand will move continuously.
Page 45 Checking and correcting the current reference position 7. Rotate the crown to adjust the minute hand and second hand to the “0:00:00” position. • If you spin the crown quickly a few times, the hands will move continuously. To stop them, rotate the crown in either direction.
Page 46: Troubleshooting
Do not move the watch until the reception has finished. When the second hand moves once every two seconds, the watch cannot receive the time signal. Charge the watch. If the remedies above cannot solve the problem, contact the Citizen Consumer Help Desk. 46 46...
Page 47 Troubleshooting Symptoms Remedies Page The correct time and date are Check the World Time setting. not indicated after successful reception. Check and correct the current reference position. The hands do not work properly. The second hand rotates counterclockwise when you Charge the watch.
Page 48 Troubleshooting Symptoms Remedies Page The hands do not work properly. The hands start turning The watch is canceling the power save feature. Wait until rapidly as you take the watch the rapid movement stops. out of the case. The time and/or date is incorrect. Check the World Time setting.
Page 49 Troubleshooting Symptoms Remedies Page The time is incorrect even Check the displayed time—Summer Time or the though the Wold Time setting standard time—and change it if necessary. is correct and the signal Check and correct the current reference position. reception was successful. Receive the time signal manually to adjust the time and The date changes at around date.
Page 50: Resetting The Watch-All Reset
Troubleshooting Resetting the watch—All Reset The watch may not work properly if it is affected by strong shock or static electricity; the hands do not stop or the watch does not work though the watch is sufficiently charged. In this case, perform All Reset.
Page 51 Troubleshooting 1. Pull the crown out to position 2. Press the upper and lower right buttons , then release them. The second hand moves to the “0” second position, the hour hand and date indicator move slightly, and the watch is reset. After performing All Reset You must set the watch again following the procedure below.
Page 52: Solar-Powered Watch Handling
Solar-powered watch handling precautions <Always Make Sure to Recharge Frequently> • Please note that if you wear long sleeves, the watch may stop as a result of being covered by your sleeve and blocked from the light. • When you take off the watch, try to place it in as bright a location as possible. This will ensure that it will continue to run properly.
Page 53 Solar-powered watch handling precautions <Replacement of Rechargeable Cell> • Because the watch uses a rechargeable cell, you do not need periodical cell replacement. However, power consumption may increase after using for an extended period of time due to deterioration, and the power may run out earlier than expected. To avoid this, we recommend that you have your watch inspected (Charge basis) periodically.
Page 54: Water Resistance
Water resistance WARNING Water Resistance • Non-water resistant watches cannot be used underwater or in environments in contact with water. • Water-resistance for daily use (to 3 atmospheres) means that the watch may be worn while washing your face or in the rain, but is not to be immersed in water. •...
Page 55 Water resistance • Refer to the watch dial and the case back for the indication of the water resistance of your watch. The following chart provides examples of use for reference to ensure that your watch is used properly. (The unit “1bar”...
Page 56: Precautionary Items And
Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION To Avoid Injury • Be particularly careful when wearing your watch while holding a small child, to avoid injury. • Be particularly careful when engaged in strenuous exercise or work, to avoid injury to yourself and others. •...
Page 57 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION Precautions • Always use the watch with the crown pushed in (normal position). If the crown is of the screw lock-type, make sure it is securely locked. • Do NOT operate the crown when the watch is wet. Water may penetrate into the watch, causing deterioration of water resistance.
Page 58: Static Electricity
Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION When Wearing Your Watch <Band> • The durability of a leather band may be affected when wet (fading, peeling of adhesive), owing to the properties of the material. Moreover, wet leather may cause a rash. •...
Page 59 Precautionary items and usage limitations <Magnetism> • Analog quartz watches are powered by a step motor that uses a magnet. Subjecting the watch to strong magnetism from the outside can cause the motor to operate improperly and prevent the watch from indicating the correct time.
Page 60 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION Always Keep Your Watch Clean • Rotate the crown while it is pressed in fully and press the buttons periodically so they do not become stuck due to accumulations of foreign matter. • The case and band of the watch come into direct contact with the skin in the same manner as undergarments.
Page 61 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION Caring for Your Watch • Wipe any dirt or moisture such as perspiration from the case and crystal with a soft cloth. • For a metallic, plastic or rubber watchband, wash any dirt off with water. Remove the small amounts of dirt trapped between the crevices of the metallic band with a soft brush.
Page 62: Warranty And Service
Warranty and service <Free Guarantee> In the case a malfunction has occurred during the course of normal use while the watch is till under warranty, the watch will be repaired free of charge in accordance with the conditions of the warranty included with this manual.
Page 63 Customer Support Center. <Request to Customers> All parts of this watch, except for the band, are to be repaired only at CITIZEN. This is because special technologies and equipment are required to perform repairs, inspections and adjustments.
Page 64: Information
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 for Japan can be checked on the English web site of Japan Standard Time Project (http://jjy.nict.go.jp/index-e.html). The time signal has no effect on the human body or medical equipment.
Page 65 Information To avoid hand misalignment by impacts or magnetism—Perfex JIS Type-1 antimagnetic performance: This watch maintains its time functionality as close as 5 cm away from devices that generate a magnetic field during normal use. Impact detection function: This function prevents unwanted movement of the hour, minute and second hands when the watch receives an impact.
Page 66: Specifications
Specifications H145 Analog solar-powered watch Model Type Within ±15 seconds per month when worn at normal operation temperatures Timekeeping accuracy (between +5˚C and +35˚C) (without the time signal reception) −10˚C to +60˚C Operating temperature range • Time: Hours, minutes, seconds Display functions •...
Page 67 Specifications • Solar power function Additional • Power reserve indication functions • Overcharging prevention function • Insufficient charge warning function (two-second interval movement) • Energy saving function (power save feature) • Receiving time signal (automatic, on demand, recovery automatic) • Confirming reception status (RX) •...
Page 68: Customer Support Center
Customer support center Repair service Citizen Customer Service 0120–977–867 TEL: Business hours: 9:30–12:00/13:00–17:00 (Monday thru Friday excluding holidays) 1–14–1 Higashi ayase, Adachi-ku, Tokyo ( 120–0004)
Page 69 Citizen Consumer Help Desk 0120–78–4807 TEL: Business hours: 9:30–17:30 (Monday thru Friday excluding holidays) http://citizen.jp/ URL: TOKYO SUPPORT SERVICE TEL: 03–6327–3894 2F Citizen Nakano Bldg., 5–68–10, Nakano, Nakano-ku, Tokyo ( 164–8726) OSAKA SUPPORT SERVICE TEL: 06–6252–1432 3–8–9 Minami-Senba, Chuo-ku, Osaka ( 542–0081)

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