Operation Guide 2894

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MO0412-EA
Getting Acquainted
Congratulations upon your selection of this CASIO watch. To get the most out
of your purchase, be sure to read this manual carefully and keep it on hand
for later reference when necessary.
Applications
The built-in sensors of this watch measure direction, barometric pressure,
temperature and altitude. Measured values are then shown on the display.
Such features make this watch useful when hiking, mountain climbing, or
when engaging in other such outdoor activities.
Keep the watch exposed to bright light
The electricity generated by the solar cell of the
watch is stored by a built-in battery. Leaving or
using the watch where it is not exposed to light
causes the battery to run down. Make sure the
watch is exposed to light as much as possible.
When you are not wearing the watch on your
wrist, position the face so it is pointed at a
source of bright light.
You should try to keep the watch outside of
your sleeve as much as possible. Even if the
face of the watch is only partially blocked from
light, charging will be reduced significantly.
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Bright light
Solar cell
Frequent display illumination can run down the battery quickly and require
charging. The following guidelines give an idea of the charging time
required to recover from a single illumination operation.
Approximately 5 minutes exposure to bright sunlight coming in through a
window
Approximately 50 minutes exposure to indoor fluorescent lighting
Be sure to read Power Supply for important information you need to
know when exposing the watch to bright light.
If the display of the watch is blank...
If the display of the watch is blank, it means that the watchs Power Saving
function has turned off the display to conserve power.
See Power Saving for more information.
The watch continues to operate, even when it is not exposed to light.
Leaving the watch in the dark can cause the battery to run down, which will
cause some watch functions to be disabled. If the battery goes dead, you
will have to re-configure watch settings after recharging. To ensure normal
watch operation, be sure to keep it exposed to light as much as possible.
Bright light
Electrical
energy
All
functions
enabled
LEVEL 1
LEVEL 2
LEVEL 3
LEVEL 4
Charge
Solar cell
(Converts light to
electrical power.)
Rechargeable battery
LEVEL 1
LEVEL 2
LEVEL 3
LEVEL 4
Some
functions
disabled
Dis-
charge
Battery charges in the light. Battery discharges in the dark.
Warning!
The measurement functions built into this watch are not intended for
taking measurements that require professional or industrial precision.
Values produced by this watch should be considered as reasonable
representations only.
When engaging in mountain climbing or other activities in which losing
your way can create a dangerous or life-threatening situation, always be
sure to use a second compass to confirm direction readings.
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any loss,
or any claims by third parties that may arise through the use of this
watch.
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
section.
(Light)
General Guide
The illustration below shows which buttons you need to press to navigate
between modes.
In any mode, press L to illuminate the display.
You can use buttons A, B, and C to directly enter a sensor mode from
the Timekeeping Mode or from another sensor mode. To enter a sensor
mode from the Data Recall, World Time, Stopwatch, Countdown Timer, or
Alarm Mode, first enter the Timekeeping Mode and then press the
applicable button.
Timekeeping Mode
Altimeter Mode
World Time
Mode
Data Recall
Mode
Digital
Compass Mode
Press D.
LL
Press B.
Countdown
Timer Mode
Press D.
L
Press A.
L
Sensor Modes
L L
Stopwatch Mode
L
Barometer/
Thermometer Mode
Press C.
Alarm Mode
L
L
L
Timekeeping
Use the Timekeeping Mode to set and view the
current time and date.
In the Timekeeping Mode, press E to toggle
between the monthday and the day of the
week at the top of the display.
Read This Before You Set the Time and
Date!
This watch is preset with a number of city codes,
each of which represents the time zone where
that city is located. When setting the time, it is
important that you select the correct city code for
your Home City (the city where you normally use
the watch). If your location is not included in the
preset city codes, select the preset city code that
is in the same time zone as your location.
Hour : Minutes
PM indicator
Seconds
Month Day
Day of week
Press E.
Note that all of the times for the World Time Mode city codes are displayed
in accordance with the time and date settings you configure in the
Timekeeping Mode.
After you correctly set your Home City time and date, you can set the watch
up for timekeeping with a different city code simply by changing the Home
City code in the Timekeeping Mode.
To set the time and date
1. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down E until the city code starts to flash,
which indicates the setting screen.
2. Use C and A to select the city code you want.
Make sure you select your Home City code before changing any other
setting.
For full information on city codes, see the City Code Table.
The actual level at which some functions are disabled depends on the
watch model.
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3. Press D to move the flashing in the sequence shown below to select the
other settings.
The following steps explain how to configure timekeeping settings only.
4. When the timekeeping setting you want to change is flashing, use C and/
or A to change it as described below.
Year Seconds Hour Minutes
Day Month
12/24-Hour
Format
Power
Saving
Barometric
Pressure Unit
Altitude Unit
Temperature
Unit
City Code DST
Do this:
Use C (east) and
A(west).
Press C.
Press C.
To do this:
Change the city code
Toggle between Daylight Saving
Time (ON) and Standard Time
(OFF).
Toggle between 12-hour (12H)
and 24-hour (24H) timekeeping.
Screen
Press C.
Use C(+) and A().
Reset the seconds to 00
Change the hour or minutes
Change the year
Change the month or day
5. Press E to exit the setting screen.
Note
See Daylight Saving Time (DST) for details about the DST setting.
You also need to enter the Timekeeping Mode in order to configure the
following settings.
Display illumination duration (To specify the illumination duration)
Power saving on/off (To turn Power Saving on and off)
Temperature, barometric pressure, and altitude units (To select the
temperature, barometric pressure, and altitude units)
The year can be set in the range of 2000 to 2099. The day of the week is
calculated automatically in accordance with the date you set.
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 digital time between DST and
Standard Time
1. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down E until
the city code starts to flash, which indicates
the setting screen.
2. Press D once and the DST setting screen
appears.
3. Press C to toggle between Daylight Saving
Time (ON displayed) and Standard Time
(OFF displayed).
4. Press E to exit the setting screen.
The DST indicator appears on the display to
indicate that Daylight Saving Time is turned on.
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Digital Compass
A built-in bearing sensor detects magnetic north and indicates one of 16
directions on the display. Direction readings are performed in the Digital
Compass Mode.
You can calibrate the bearing sensor if you suspect the direction reading is
incorrect.
To enter and exit the Digital Compass Mode
1. While in the Timekeeping or in any of the other
sensor modes, press A to enter the Digital
Compass Mode.
At this time, the watch will start a Digital
Compass operation. After about two
seconds, letters appear on the display to
indicate the direction that the 12 oclock
position of the watch is pointing.
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Timekeeping Mode time
12 oclock position
The direction reading on the display is updated each second for up to 20
seconds, after which measurement stops automatically.
The ACT indicator flashes on the display while a measurement is in
progress.
2. Press D to return to the Timekeeping Mode.
To take a direction reading
1. While the watch is in the Digital Compass
Mode, place it on a flat surface or, if you are
wearing the watch, make sure that your wrist
is horizontal (in relation to the horizon).
2. Point the 12 oclock position of the watch in
the direction you want to measure.
3. Press A to start a Digital Compass
measurement operation.
After about two seconds, the direction that the
12 oclock position of the watch is pointing
appears on the display.
Also, four pointers appear to indicate magnetic
north, south, east, and west.
After the first reading is obtained, the watch
continues to take direction readings
automatically each second, for up to 20
seconds.
Direction
indicator
Angle value (in degrees)
Magnetic north pointer
12 oclock position
NW
0 W
NW
W
W
S
W
S
W
S
S
W
S
S S E
S E
E S E
E
E
N
E
N
E
N
N
E
N
NNW
90 180
270
During measurement, the watch displays an angle value, a direction
indicator, and four direction pointers, which change dynamically when the
watch is moved. After measurement is complete, the angle value,
direction indicator, and four direction pointers are frozen in accordance
with the last measurement.
The ACT indicator flashes on the display while a measurement is in
progress.
Note
Note that taking a measurement
while the watch is not horizontal
(in relation to the horizon) can
result in large measurement error.
The margin of error for the angle value is 11 degrees. If the indicated
direction is northwest (NW) and 315 degrees, for example, the actual
direction can be anywhere from 304 to 326 degrees.
Any ongoing direction measurement operation is temporarily paused while
the watch is performing an alert operation (daily alarm, Hourly Time Signal,
countdown timer alarm) or while illumination is turned on (by pressing L).
The measurement operation resumes for its remaining duration after the
operation that caused it to pause is finished.
The following table shows the meanings of each of the direction
abbreviations that appear on the display.
See Digital Compass Precautions for other important imformation about
taking direction readings.
Direction Meaning Direction Meaning Direction Meaning Direction Meaning
NNE
ESE
SSW
WNW
NE
SE
SW
NW
North-
northeast
East-
southeast
South-
southwest
West-
northwest
Northeast
Southeast
Southwest
Northwest
East-
northeast
South-
southeast
West-
southwest
North-
northwest
ENE
SSE
WSW
NNW
North
East
South
West
N
E
S
W
Barometer/Thermometer
This watch uses a pressure sensor to measure air pressure (barometric
pressure) and a temperature sensor to measure temperature.
You can calibrate the temperature sensor and the pressure sensor if you
suspect that readings are incorrect.
To take barometric pressure and temperature readings
Pressing B in the Timekeeping or in any of other
sensor modes enters the Barometer/
Thermometer Mode and automatically starts
barometric pressure and temperature
measurements.
It can take up to four or five seconds for the
barometric pressure reading to appear after
you enter the Barometer/Thermometer Mode.
Barometric pressure is displayed in units of
1hPa (or 0.05 inHg).
Temperature
Barometric
pressure
Barometric
pressure graph
Pressure
differential
pointer
The displayed barometric pressure value changes to xxxx hPa (or inHg) if
a measured barometric pressure falls outside the range of 260 hPa to
1100 hPa (7.65 inHg to 32.45 inHg). The barometric pressure value will
reappear as soon as the measured barometric pressure is within the
allowable range.
Temperature is displayed in units of 0.1C (or 0.2F).
The displayed temperature value changes to xxx C (or F) if a measured
temperature falls outside the range of 10.0C to 60.0C (14.0F to
140.0F). The temperature value will reappear as soon as the measured
temperature is within the allowable range.
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In some areas, barometric pressure is expressed in millibars (mb) instead
of hectopascals (hPa). It really makes no difference, because 1hPa = 1mb.
You can select either hectopascals (hPa) or inchesHg (inHg) as the display
unit for the measured barometric pressure, and Celsius (C) or Fahrenheit
(F) as the display unit for the measured temperature value. See To select
the temperature, barometric pressure, and altitude units.
See Barometer and Thermometer Precautions for important precautions.
Barometric Pressure Graph
Barometric pressure indicates changes in the atmosphere. By monitoring
these changes you can predict the weather with reasonable accuracy.
This watch takes barometric pressure measurements automatically every two
hours (at the top of each even-numbered hour), regardless of its current
mode. Measurement results are used to produce barometric pressure graph
and barometric pressure differential pointer readings.
The barometric pressure graph shows readings of previous measurements for
up to 30 hours. The horizontal axis of the graph represents time, with each dot
standing for two hours. The rightmost dot (flashing) represents the most
recent reading. The vertical axis of the graph represents barometric pressure,
with each dot standing for the relative difference between its reading and that
of the dots next to it. Each dot represents 1hPa.
The following shows how to interpret the data that appears on the barometric
pressure graph.
A rising graph generally means improving weather.
A falling graph generally means deteriorating weather.
Note that if there are sudden changes in weather or
temperature, the graph line of past measurements may run
off the top or bottom of the display. The entire graph will
become visible once barometric conditions stabilize.
The following conditions cause the barometric pressure
measurement to be skipped, with the corresponding point on
the barometric pressure graph being left blank.
Barometric reading that is out of range (260 hPa/mb to 1,100 hPa/mb or
7.65 inHg to 32.45 inHg)
Sensor malfunction
Not visible on
the display.
Barometric Pressure Differential Pointer
This pointer indicates the relative difference between the most recent
barometric pressure reading indicated on the barometric pressure graph, and
the current barometric pressure value displayed in the Barometer/
Thermometer Mode
Pressure differential is indicated in the range of 15 hPa, in 1-hPa units.
The barometric pressure differential pointer is not displayed when the
displayed current barometric value is outside of the allowable measurement
range (260 to 1,100 hPa).
Barometric pressure is calculated and displayed using hPa as the standard.
The barometric pressure differential can also be read in inHg units as
shown in the illustration.
Pressure differential
examples in the
illustration are indicated
in 10 hPa/0.3 inHg
steps.
Current pressure
less than most
recent measured
pressure
Points to 9 o'clock for
differentials outside
the range of 15 hPa/
0.44 inHg.
Current pressure
greater than most
recent measured
pressure
Barometric pressure
differential pointer
inHg values
hPa values
To turn display of the barometric pressure differential pointer on
and off
1. In the Barometer/Thermometer Mode, hold
down E until SET appears in the upper
display area.
2. Release E, and wait for four or five more
seconds until either OFF or the current
reference temperature value (if set) start to
flash. This is the setting screen.
3. Press D twice to display the pointer on/off
setting screen.
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About Barometric and Temperature Measurements
Barometric pressure and temperature measurement operations are
performed as soon as you enter the Barometer/Thermometer Mode. After
that, barometric pressure and temperature measurements are taken every
five seconds.
The ACT indicator flashes on the display while a measurement is in
progress.
You can also perform a barometric pressure and temperature measurement
at any time by pressing B in the Barometer/Thermometer Mode.
Altimeter
The watch's altimeter uses a pressure sensor to detect current air pressure,
which is then used to estimate the current altitude based on ISA (International
Standard Atmosphere) preset values. You can also specify a reference
altitude, which the watch will use to calculate your current altitude based on
the value you specify. Altimeter functions also include storage of
measurement data in memory and an altitude alarm.
Important!
This watch estimates altitude based on air pressure. This means that
altitude readings for the same location may vary if air pressure changes.
The semiconductor pressure sensor used by the watch for altitude
measurements is also affected by temperature. When taking altitude
measurements, make sure the watch is not subjected to temperature
changes.
To avoid the effect of sudden temperature changes during measurement,
keep the watch on your wrist in direct contact with your skin.
Do not rely upon this watch for altitude measurements or perform button
operations while sky diving, hang gliding, or paragliding, while riding a
gyrocopter, glider, or any other aircraft, or while engaging in any other
activity where there is the chance of sudden altitude changes.
Do not use this watch for measuring altitude in applications that demand
professional or industrial level precision.
Remember that the air inside of a commercial aircraft is pressurized.
Because of this, the readings produced by this watch will not match the
altitude readings announced or indicated the flight crew.
How the Altimeter Measures Altitude
The altimeter can measure altitude based on its own preset values, or a
reference altitude specified by you.
When you measure altitude based on preset values
Data produced by the watch's barometric pressure sensor is converted to
approximate altitude based on ISA (International Standard Atmosphere)
conversion values stored in watch memory.
When you measure altitude using a reference altitude specified by you
After you specify a reference altitude, the watch uses that value to convert the
current measured barometric pressure value to altitude.
To determine the height of a tall building, for
example, specify zero for the reference
altitude value while you are on the ground
floor. Then when you go to a higher floor, the
altitude displayed by the watch will indicate
the height from the ground floor. Note that
you may not be able to get a good reading if
the building is pressurized or air-conditioned.
When mountain climbing, you can set the
reference value in accordance with a marker
along the way or altitude information from a
map. After that, the altitude readings
produced by the watch will be more accurate
than they would without a reference altitude.
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B
A
4. Press C to toggle display of the barometric pressure differential pointer
on (ON displayed) and off (OFF displayed).
5. When the setting is the way you want, press E to exit the setting screen.
Displaying Your Current Altitude
You can use the procedure described in this section to display your current
altitude. If you leave the watch in the Altimeter Mode, it will regularly update
the displayed altitude value, and indicate reading-to-reading changes in the
altitude graph at the top of the display.
Important!
The procedure in this section simply displays values indicating your current
altitude, without storing them in watch memory. For information about
recording altitude readings in watch memory, see Saving Altitude Data.
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To display your current altitude
1. Press C in the Timekeeping Mode or in an y of
the other sensor modes to enter the Altimeter
Mode.
The watch will automatically star t altitude
measurement, and displa y the result.
It can tak e up to f our or five seconds f or the
altitude reading to appear after y ou enter
the Altimeter Mode .
2. Leave the watch in the Altimeter Mode if y ou
want the displa yed altitude v alue and the
altitude g raph contents to be updated at
regular inter vals.
During the first three min utes after enter ing
the Altimeter Mode , the ACT indicator will
flash on the displa y as measurements are
taken every five seconds . After that, the
ACT indicator will disappear and
measurements will be tak en every two
minutes.
Current altitude
Altitude graph
Timekeeping
Mode time
Altitude
differential
pointer
If you want to restart the altitude measurement operation at any point,
press C.
3. To stop the altitude measurement operation, press D to exit the Altimeter
Mode.
Notes
Normally, displayed altitude values are based on the watch's preset
conversion values. You can also specify a reference altitude, if you want.
See Specifying a Reference Altitude.
Altitude is displayed in units of 5 meters (20 feet).
The measurement range for altitude is 700 to 10,000 meters (2,300 to
32,800 feet).
The measured altitude may be a negative value in cases where there is a
reference altitude value set or because of certain atmospheric conditions.
The displayed altitude value changes to xxxxx meters (or feet) if a
measured altitude falls outside the measurement range. The altitude value
will be displayed again as soon as the measured altitude is within the
allowable range.
You can change the measurement unit for displayed altitude values to either
meters (m) or feet (ft). See To select the temperature, barometric pressure,
and altitude Units.
Saving Altitude Data
The save altitude data oper ation descr ibed in this section creates records of
altitude measurement data in w atch memor y. When y ou star t a save session,
measurement contin ues to be perf ormed (indicated b y the REC indicator
flashing on the displa y) even if you change to another mode .
Types of Altitude Data Records
A save session stores three types of altitude records in memor y: periodic
records (up to 40), a current session record, and a histor ical record.
Periodic Records
A save session creates up to 40 altitude records at fix ed inter vals and stores
them in memor y. You can use the Data Recall Mode to vie w these records .
How periodic records are created and saved
Note
The following oper ation is perf ormed simultaneously with the oper ation
described under How current session record data is updated.
1. When y ou hold do wn C to star t a save session, the w atch creates P eriodic
Record 1, which contains the current date (month and da y), time, and
altitude.
Starting a ne w save session clears an y periodic records currently in
memor y and star ts a ne w set of per iodic records.
2. Next, the watch tak es readings f or Periodic Record 2 up to P eriodic Record
40 at min ute 00, 15, 30, and 45 of each hour .
3. Altitude measurement and per iodic record stor age stops automatically after
Periodic Record 40 is stored.
You can also stop the sa ve session man ually by holding do wn C again.
This will create the ne xt sequential per iodic record, which contains the
current date (month and da y), time, and altitude .
Current Session Record
The Current Session Record contains the data descr ibed belo w. The contents
of this record are updated at regular inter vals while a sa ve session is in
progress.
Data
High Altitude
Low Altitude
Total Ascent
Total Descent
Relative Altitude
Change
Description
Highest altitude reached during the current session.
Lowest altitude reached during the current session.
Total cumulative ascent during the current session.
Total cumulative descent during the current session.
Relative change in altitude during the current session.
The maximum total ascent and total descent v alue is 99,995 m
(or 99,980 ft). Each value reverts to zero after the maxim um is reached.
How current session record data is updated
Note
The follo wing oper ation is perf or med sim ultaneously with the oper ation
descr ibed under How per iodic records are created and sa ved.
1. When y ou hold do wn C to star t a save session, the w atch clears an y data
that is already stored in the current session record.
2. The watch measures altitude and calculates data e very five seconds f or the
first three min utes, and updates current record data accordingly .
3. After three min utes, the watch measures and calculates data e very two
minutes, and updates current record data accordingly .
Historical Record
The Historical Record keeps tr ack of high altitude , low altitude, total ascent,
and total descent v alues across multiple save sessions . The contents of this
record are updated at the end of each session.
Data
High Altitude
Low Altitude
Total Ascent
Total Descent
Description
Highest altitude reached during all of the sessions.
Lowest altitude reached during all of the sessions.
Total cumulative ascent during all of the sessions.
Total cumulative descent during all of the sessions.
Note that the histor ical record does not k eep tr ack of relative altitude
change .
See Clearing the Histor ical Record for information about clear ing the
historical record, which restar ts all data v alues from z ero.
How the historical record is updated
The watch perf orms the f ollowing oper ations when a sa ve session is stopped
(after per iodic records 40 records are stored or when y ou holding do wn C).
Data
High Altitude
Low Altitude
Total Ascent
Total Descent
Update Operation
The historical record value is compared with the current
session value, and the greater of the two is recorded in
the historical record.
The historical record value is compared with the current
session value, and the lesser of the two is recorded in the
historical record.
The current session value is added to the historical
record value.
To start a new save session
1. Press C to enter the Altimeter Mode .
2. Hold down C for about one second until REC
flashes on the displa y, which indicates that a
new session is in prog ress.
During a sa ve session, y ou can press E to
toggle betw een the current altitude screen
and the relativ e altitude change screen.
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Session
relative
altitude
change
Altitude
Timekeeping
Mode time
Current Altitude
Screen
Relative Altitude
Change Screen
Relative
altitude
indicator
L
L
Press E.
3. The save session will contin ue until Periodic Record 40 is stored, or until
you hold do wn C for about one second until REC disappears from the
screen.
You can recall sa ved records using the Data Recall Mode .
Other Altimeter Mode Features
This section e xplains other f eatures and settings that are a vailable in the
Altimeter Mode . Note that all of the inf ormation in this section applies to all
types of Altimeter Mode measurements , unless specifically indicated
otherwise.
Specifying a Reference Altitude
After you specify a ref erence altitude , the watch adjusts its air-pressure-to-
altitude con version calculation accordingly . The altitude measurements
produced b y this watch are subject to error caused b y changes in air
pressure. Because of this , we recommend that y ou update the ref erence
altitude whene ver one is a vailable during your climb.
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To set a reference altitude
1. In the Altimeter Mode, hold down E until
SET appears in the upper display area.
2. Release E, and wait for four or five more
seconds until either OFF or the current
reference altitude value (if set) start to flash.
This is the setting screen.
3. Press C (+) or A () to change the current
reference altitude value by 5 meters (or 20 feet).
You can set the reference altitude within the
range of 10,000 to 10,000 meters (32,800
to 32,800 feet).
Pressing A and C at the same time returns to OFF (no reference
altitude), so the watch performs air pressure to altitude conversions
based on preset data only.
4. Press E to exit the setting screen.
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Altitude graph
The altitude graph shows Altimeter Mode
measurement results.
The vertical axis of the graph represents
altitude, and each dot stands for 10 meters (40
feet).
The horizontal axis represents time, and the flashing dot in the rightmost
column indicates the latest measurement result. For the first three minutes,
each dot represents five seconds. After that, each dot represents two
minutes.
An out of range measurement result or a measurement error will cause the
column of dots for that measurement to be blank (skipped).
Altitude Differential Pointer
While a measurement operation is being performed in the Altimeter Mode, the
altitude differential pointer indicates the difference between the current
altitude and the last measured altitude.
Time
Altitude
Points to 9 o'clock for
differentials outside the
range of 15 meters/49 feet.
Meter values
Foot values
Altitude differential examples
in the illustration are indicated
in 10-meter/33-foot steps.
Current altitude greater
than most recent
measured altitude
Current altitude less
than most recent
measured altitude
Altitude differential pointer
Altitude differential is indicated in the range of 15 meters, in 1-meter units.
Altitude is calculated and displayed using meters as the standard. Altitude
can also be read in feet units as shown in the illustration.
To turn display of the altitude differential pointer on and off
1. In the Altimeter Mode, hold down E until
SET appears in the upper display area.
2. Release E, and wait for four or five more
seconds until either OFF or the current
reference altitude value (if set) start to flash.
This is the setting screen.
3. Press D twice to display the pointer on/off
setting screen.
4. Press C to toggle display of the altitude
differential pointer on (ON displayed) and off
(OFF displayed).
5. When the setting is the way you want, press
E to exit the setting screen.
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Altitude Alarm
The altitude alarm sounds for about five seconds when the current altitude
matches a preset value during an altitude measurement operation. You can
press any button to stop the alarm after it starts to sound.
The altitude alarm sounds only while the Altimeter Modes Altitude Screen is
on the display. It does not sound while the watch is in another mode or while
another Altimeter Mode screen is on the display.
Example
If you set the altitude alarm at 130 meters, it sounds when you pass the 130-
meter mark on your way up and on your way back down.
To set the altitude alarm
1. In the Altimeter Mode, hold down E until
SET appears in the upper display area.
2. Release E, and wait for four or five more
seconds until either OFF or the current
reference altitude value (if set) start to flash.
This is the setting screen.
3. Press D once to display the altitude alarm
setting.
4. Press C (+) or A () to change the current
altitude alarm value by 5 meters (or 20 feet).
You can set the altitude alarm value within
the range of 10,000 to 10,000 meters
(32,800 to 32,800 feet).
Pressing A and C at the same time resets
the altitude alarm value to O.
5. Press E to exit the setting screen.
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Altitude alarm on indicator
Current On/Off status
To turn the altitude alarm on and off
1. In the Altimeter Mode, hold down E until
SET appears in the upper display area.
2. Release E, and wait for four or five more
seconds until either OFF or the current
reference altitude value (if set) start to flash.
This is the setting screen.
3. Press D once to display the altitude alarm
setting.
4. Press B to toggle the altitude alarm on (ON)
and off (OFF).
5. Press E to exit the setting screen.
An altitude alarm on indicator appears on the
Altimeter Modes Altitude Screen while the
altitude alarm is turned on. This indicator does
not appear on any other screen or in any other
mode.
Altitude Data Recall
Use the Data Recall Mode to view altitude periodic records currently in
memory, as well as the current session record and the altitude historical
record. Altitude data records are created and stored in the Altimeter Mode.
Data Screens
The following explains the contents of each of the screens that appear in the
Data Recall Mode.
Note
While the periodic record, high altitude, or low altitude screen is displayed,
the bottom part of the display alternates between the measurement date
(month and day) and measurement time at 1-second intervals.
Altitude
Recording date
(Month Day)
L
L
Alternates at
1-second intervals.
Recording time
(Hour : Minutes)
Periodic
record
indicator
Periodic Records
Periodic records show only data for the last save session performed with the
watch. There can be up to 40 periodic records in memory.
Current Session Record Contents
The following data items show the contents of the current session record.
Data Type
High Altitude
Low Altitude
Total Ascent
Total Descent
Relative Altitude
Change
Description
Highest altitude reached during the
recalled session.
Lowest altitude reached during the recalled
session.
Total cumulative ascent during the recalled
session.
Total cumulative descent during the
recalled session.
Relative change in altitude during the
recalled session.
Screen Name
MAX
MIN
ASC
DSC
REL
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Historical Record
The historical record shows data for all save sessions performed since the
last time the historical record was cleared.
To view periodic records and current session record contents
1. Enter the Data Recall Mode.
2. Use the C and A to scroll through the data and display the one you
want.
Data Type
High Altitude
Low Altitude
Total Ascent
Total Descent
Description
Highest altitude reached during all
sessions.
Lowest altitude reached during all
sessions.
Total cumulative ascent during all sessions.
Total cumulative descent during all
sessions.
Screen Name
MAX
MIN
ASC
DSC
REC(40) REC(2) REC(1) MAX MIN ASC DSC REL
To view the current session record contents, use C to scroll forward past
the last periodic record (which will display the current session record MAX
screen), or A to scroll back past the first periodic record (to the REL
screen).
3. After you are finished viewing data, press D to exit the Data Recall Mode.
Dashes (xxxxx) will be displayed if data has been deleted or if there is no
corresponding data due to error, etc. In such cases, total ascent and total
descent values will show zero.
Periodic
records
C
A
Current session
record
MAX MIN ASC DSC
Historical record data items
C
A
To view historical record contents
1. Enter the Data Recall Mode.
2. Press B to display the historical record high altitude screen (MAX).
3. Use the C and A to scroll through the historical record screens as shown
below.
4. To return to the periodic record and current session screens, press B
again.
5. After you are finished viewing data, press D to exit the Data Recall Mode.
Clearing the Historical Record
Use the following procedure when you want to clear the contents of the
historical record and restart all values from zero.
To clear the historical record
1. In the Data Recall Mode, press B to display
the high altitude data (MAX) of the historical
record.
2. Hold down E.
CLR will appear in the upper part of the
display.
3. Keep E held down for an additional two
seconds until CLR starts flashing.
The historical record high altitude screen will
reappear when data deletion is complete.
If you release the E button part way through
the above procedure, the watch will return to
the historical record high altitude screen
without deleting the data.
World Time
World Time digitally displays the current time in
30 cities (29 time zones) around the world.
For full information on city codes, see the City
Code Table.
All of the operations in this section are
performed in the World Time Mode, which you
enter by pressing D.
Timekeeping Mode time
Current time in the zone
of the selected city code
To view the time in another city
In the World Time Mode, use C (east) and A (west) to scroll through city
codes (time zones).
When the currently selected time zone is one that includes mostly ocean, a
value indicating the zones Greenwich Mean Time differential appears in
place of a city code.
If the current time shown for a city is wrong, check your Home City time
settings and make the necessary changes.
To toggle a city code time between Standard Time and Daylight
Saving Time
1. In the World Time Mode, Use C (east) and
A (west) to display the city code (time zone)
whose Standard Time/Daylight Saving Time
setting you want to change.
2. Hold down E to toggle between Daylight
Saving Time (DST indicator displayed) and
Standard Time (DST indicator not displayed).
The DST indicator appears on the display
whenever you display a city code for which
Daylight Saving Time is turned on.
You cannot toggle between Daylight Saving Time and Standard Time if the
displayed city code is GMT.
Note that the DST/Standard Time setting affects only the currently
displayed city code. Other city codes are not affected.
Stopwatch
The stopwatch lets you measure elapsed time,
split times, and two finishes.
The display range of the stopwatch is 9 hours,
59 minutes, 59.99 seconds.
The stopwatch continues to run, restarting from
zero after it reaches its limit, until you stop it.
The stopwatch measurement operation
continues even if you exit the Stopwatch Mode.
Exiting the Stopwatch Mode while a split time is
frozen on the display clears the split time and
returns to elapsed time measurement.
All of the operations in this section are
performed in the Stopwatch Mode, which you
enter by pressing D.
Minutes
Seconds
1/100
second
Timekeeping
Mode time
Hours
First runner
finishes.
Display time
of first runner.
Display time of
second runner.
Second runner
finishes.
Elapsed Time
C C C C A
Start Stop Re-start Stop Clear
Split Time
C A A C A
Start Split Split release Stop Clear
(sp displayed)
Two Finishes
C A C A A
Start Split Stop Split release Clear
To measure times with the stopwatch
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Countdown start time
You can set a countdown start time in the range of one minute to 60 minutes,
in one-minute increments.
Auto-repeat
Whenever zero is reached, the watch beeps and auto-repeat automatically
restarts the countdown from the countdown start time you set. When the
countdown reaches zero while auto-repeat is turned off, the watch will beep
and then display the countdown start time (without restarting the countdown).
Auto repeat will repeat up to 10 times.
Progress Beeper
When the progress beeper is turned on, the watch beeps at minute 10, 5, 4,
3, 2, and 1, of the countdown, and at second 50, 40, 30, 20, 10, 5, 4, 3, 2,
and 1 of the final minute of the countdown.
To configure countdown start time and auto repeat settings
1. While the countdown start time is on the
display in the Countdown Timer Mode, hold
down E until the minute setting of the
countdown start time starts to flash, which
indicates the setting screen.
If the countdown start time is not displayed,
use the procedure under To use the
countdown timer to display it.
2. Press D to toggle between the countdown
starting time setting screen and the auto
repeat setting screen.
3. Perform the following operations, depending on which setting is currently
selected on the display.
While the minute setting is flashing, use C (+) or A () to change it.
While the auto-repeat on/off setting ( or ) is flashing on the
display, press C to toggle auto-repeat on ( ) and off ( ).
4. Press E to exit the setting screen.
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To turn the progress beeper on and off
Pressing A while the countdown start time is on
the display or while a countdown timer operation
is in progress in the Countdown Timer Mode
toggles progress beeper operation on (
displayed) and off ( not displayed).
To use the countdown timer
Press C while in the Countdown Timer Mode to start the countdown timer.
When the countdown reaches zero, the alarm sounds for five seconds or
until you stop it by pressing any button.
Press C while a countdown operation is in progress to pause it. Press C
again to resume the countdown.
Progress beeper on
indicator
The countdown timer operation continues even if you exit the Countdown
Timer Mode.
To completely stop a countdown operation, first pause it (by pressing C),
and then press A. This returns the countdown time to its starting value.
Frequent use of auto-repeat and the alarm can run down battery power.
To set an alarm time
1. In the Alarm Mode, use C and A to scroll
through the alarm screens until the one whose
time you want to set is displayed.
2. Hold down E until the hour setting of the alarm time start to flash, which
indicates the setting screen.
This automatically turns on the alarm.
3. Press D to move the flashing between the hour and minute settings.
4. While a setting is flashing, use C (+) and A () to change it.
When setting the alarm time using the 12-hour format, take care to set
the time correctly as a.m. (no indicator) or p.m. (P indicator).
5. Press E to exit the setting screen.
AL1
SIG
AL2 AL3
AL4 AL5
C
A
Alarm Operation
The alarm sounds in all modes at the preset time for about 10 seconds, or
until you stop it by pressing any button.
To test the alarm
In the Alarm Mode, hold down C to sound the alarm.
To turn an alarm and the Hourly Time Signal on and off
1. In the Alarm Mode, use C and A to select an alarm or the Hourly Time
Signal.
2. When the alarm or the Hourly Time Signal you want to is selected, press
B to turn it on and off.
Indicates alarm is ON.
Indicates Hourly Time Signal is ON.
The alarm on indicator ( ) and the Hourly Time Signal on indicator ( )
are shown on the display in all modes while these functions are turned on.
If any alarm is on, the alarm on indicator is shown on the display in all
modes.
Illumination
The display of the watch is illuminated using an
EL (electro-luminescent) panel for easy reading
in the dark. The watchs auto light switch
automatically turns on illumination when you
angle the watch towards your face.
The auto light switch must be turned on
(indicated by the auto light switch on indicator)
for it to operate.
You can specify 1.5 seconds or 2.5 seconds as
the illumination duration.
See Illumination Precautions for other
important information about using illumination.
Auto light switch on
indicator
To turn on illumination manually
Press L in any mode to illuminate the display.
The above operation turns on illumination regardless of the current auto
light switch setting.
Illumination is disabled while the Digital Compass, Barometer/
Thermometer, or Altimeter Mode setting screen is on the display.
Countdown Timer
You can set a countdown timer start time in the
range of one minute to 60 minutes. An alarm
sounds when the countdown reaches zero. An
auto-repeat feature causes the countdown to
restart automatically when the end of a
countdown is reached, and a progress beeper
signals the progress of the countdown.
All of the operations in this section are
performed in the Countdown Timer Mode,
which you enter by pressing D.
Configuring the Countdown Timer
The following are the settings you should
configure before actually using the countdown
timer.
Countdown start time
Auto-repeat on/off
Progress beeper on/off
Seconds
Minutes
Timekeeping
Mode time
Alarms
You can set five independent daily alarms. When
an alarm is turned on, the alarm tone sounds
when the alarm time is reached.
You can also turn on an Hourly Time Signal,
which will cause the watch to beep twice every
hour on the hour.
The alarm number (AL1 through
AL5 ) indicates an alarm screen. SIG is
shown when the Hourly Time Signal screen is
on the display.
When you enter the Alarm Mode, the data you
were viewing when you last exited the mode
appears first.
All of the operations in this section are
performed in the Alarm Mode, which you enter
by pressing D. Alarm time
(Hour : Minutes)
Alarm number
Alarm on indicator
Hourly time signal on
indicator
Timekeeping
Mode time
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When you are wearing the watch, make sure that its auto light switch
is turned off before riding on a bicycle or operating a motorcycle or
any other motor vehicle. Sudden and unintended operation of the auto
light switch can create a distraction, which can result in a traffic
accident and serious personal injury.
To turn the auto light switch on and off
In any mode except while a setting is flashing on the display, hold down L for
about three seconds to toggle the auto light switch on (A.EL displayed) and
off (A.EL not displayed).
The auto light switch on indicator (A.EL) is on the display in all modes while
the auto light switch is turned on.
The auto light switch turns off automatically whenever battery power drops
to Level 4.
Illumination may not turn on right away if you raise the watch to your face
while a barometric pressure or altitude measurement operation is in
progress.
The auto light switch is always disabled, regardless of its on/off setting,
when any one of the following conditions exists.
While an alarm is sounding
During sensor measurement
While the Digital Compass, Barometer/Thermometer, or Altimeter Mode
setting screen is displayed
To specify the illumination duration
1. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down E until
the city code starts to flash, which indicates
the setting screen.
2. Press D three times to move the flashing to
the seconds setting.
3. Press A to toggle the illumination duration
setting between 2.5 seconds ( ) and 1.5
seconds ( ).
4. After the setting is the way you want, press E
to exit the setting screen.
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Questions & Answers
Question: What causes incorrect direction readings?
Answer:
Incorrect bidirectional calibration. Perform bidirectional calibration.
Nearby source of strong magnetism, such as a household appliance, a
large steel bridge, a steel beam, overhead wires, etc., or an attempt to
perform direction measurement on a train, boat, etc. Move away from large
metal objects and try again. Note that digital compass operation cannot be
performed inside a train, boat, etc.
Question: What causes different direction readings to produce different
results at the same location ?
Answer: Magnetism generated by nearby high-tension wires is interfering with
detection of terrestrial magnetism. Move away from the high-tension
wires and try again.
Question: Why am I having problems taking direction readings indoors ?
Answer: A TV, personal computer, speakers, or some other object is
interfering with terrestrial magnetism readings. Move away from the
object causing the interference or take the direction reading
outdoors. Indoor direction readings are particularly difficult inside
ferro-concrete structures. Remember that you will not be able to take
direction readings inside of trains, airplanes, etc.
Warning!
Always make sure you are in a safe place whenever you are reading
the display of the watch using the auto light switch. Be especially
careful when running or engaged in any other activity that can result
in accident or injury. Also take care that sudden illumination by the
auto light switch does not startle or distract others around you.
Question: How does the barometer work?
Answer: Barometric pressure indicates changes in the atmosphere, and by
monitoring these changes you can predict the weather with
reasonable accuracy. Rising atmospheric pressure indicates good
weather, while falling pressure indicates deteriorating weather
conditions.
The barometric pressures that you see in the newspaper and on the
TV weather report are measurements corrected to values measured
at 0 m sea level.
Question: How does the altimeter work?
Answer: Generally, air pressure and temperature decrease as altitude
increases. This watch bases its altitude measurements on
International Standard Atmosphere (ISA) values stipulated by the
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). These values define
relationships between altitude, air pressure, and temperature.
0 m
500 m
1000 m
1500 m
2000 m
2500 m
3000 m
3500 m
4000 m
899 hPa
795 hPa
701 hPa
616 hPa
8.5C
2C
4.5C
11C
15C 1013 hPa
About 6.5C
per 1000 m
About 8 hPa per 100 m
About 9 hPa per 100 m
About 10 hPa per 100 m
About 11 hPa per 100 m
About 12 hPa per 100 m
Altitude Air Pressure Temperature
0 ft
2000 ft
4000 ft
6000 ft
8000 ft
10000 ft
12000 ft
14000 ft
25.84 inHg
22.23 inHg
19.03 inHg
44.7F
30.5F
16.2F
59.0F 29.92 inHg
About 3.6F
per 1000 ft
About 0.15 inHg per 200 ft
About 0.17 inHg per 200 ft
About 0.192 inHg per 200 ft
About 0.21 inHg per 200 ft
Source: International Civil Aviation Organization
Note that the following conditions will prevent you from obtaining accurate
readings:
When air pressure changes because of changes in the weather
Extreme temperature changes
When the watch itself is subjected to strong impact
There are two standard methods of expressing altitude: Absolute altitude and
relative altitude. Absolute altitude expresses an absolute height above sea
level. Relative altitude expresses the difference between the height of two
different places.
Height of building 130 m
(relative altitude)
Rooftop at an altitude of
230 m above sea level
(absolute altitude)
Sea Level
Precautions Concerning Simultaneous Measurement of Altitude and
Temperature
Though you can perform altitude and temperature measurements at the same
time, you should remember that each of these measurements requires
different conditions for best results. With temperature measurement, it is best
to remove the watch from your wrist in order to eliminate the effects of body
heat. In the case of altitude measurement, on the other hand, it is better to
leave the watch on your wrist, because doing so keeps the watch at a
constant temperature, which contributes to more accurate altitude
measurements.
The following describes what you should do to give priority to either altitude or
temperature.
To give altitude measurement priority, leave the watch on your wrist or in
any other location where the temperature of the watch is kept constant.
To give temperature measurement priority, remove the watch from your
wrist and allow it to hang freely from your bag or in another location where
it is not exposed to direct sunlight. Note that removing the watch from your
wrist can momentarily affect pressure sensor readings.
Moving the watch to a position that is parallel to the ground and then tilting
it towards you more than 40 degrees causes illumination to turn on.
Wear the watch on the outside of your wrist.
Parallel to
ground
More than
40
About the Auto Light Switch
Turning on the auto light switch causes illumination to turn on, whenever you
position your wrist as described below in any mode.
Note that this watch features a Full Auto EL Light, so the auto light switch
operates only when available light is below a certain level. It does not
illuminate the display under bright light.
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Important!
Storing the watch for long periods in an area where there is no light or
wearing it in such a way that it is blocked from exposure to light can cause
rechargeable battery power to run down. Be sure that the watch is normally
exposed to bright light whenever possible.
This watch uses a special rechargeable battery to store power produced by
the solar cell, so regular battery replacement is not required. However, after
very long use, the rechargeable battery may lose its ability to achieve a full
charge. If you experience problems getting the special rechargeable battery
to fully charge, contact your dealer or CASIO distributor about having it
replaced.
Never try to remove or replace the watchs special battery yourself. Use of
the wrong type of battery can damage the watch.
All data stored in memory is deleted, and the current time and all other
settings return to their initial factory defaults whenever battery power drops
to Level 5 and when you have the battery replaced.
Turn on the watchs Power Saving function and keep it in an area normally
exposed to bright light when storing it for long periods. This helps to keep
the rechargeable battery from going dead.
Battery Power Indicator and Recover Indicator
The battery power indicator on the display shows you the current status of the
rechargeable batterys power.
Battery power
indicator
Level
1
2
3
4
5
Battery Power
Indicator
(Charge Soon Alert)
Function Status
All functions enabled.
All functions enabled.
Illumination, beeper, and
sensor operation disabled.
Except for timekeeping and
the indicator, all
functions and display
indicators are disabled.
All functions disabled.
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The flashing LOW indicator at Level 3 tells you that battery power is very
low, and that exposure to bright light for charging is required as soon as
possible.
At Level 5, all functions are disabled and settings return to their initial
factory defaults. Once the battery reaches Level 2 (indicated by M indicator)
after falling to Level 4, reconfigure the current time, date, and other
settings.
Display indicators reappear as soon as the battery is charged from Level 4
to Level 2.
Leaving the watch exposed to direct sunlight or some other very strong light
source can cause the battery power indicator to show a reading temporarily
that is higher than the actual battery level. The correct battery level should
be indicated after a few minutes.
Performing multiple sensor, illumination, or
beeper operations during a short period may
cause RECOV to appear on the display.
Illumination, alarm, countdown timer alarm,
hourly time signal, and sensor operations will
be disabled until battery power recovers.
After some time, battery power will recover and
RECOV will disappear, indicating that the
above functions are enabled again.
Even if battery power is at Level 1 or Level 2, the Digital Compass Mode,
Barometer/Thermometer Mode, or Altimeter Mode sensor may be disabled
if there is not enough voltage available to power it sufficiently. This is
indicated by RECOV on the display.
If RECOV appears frequently, it probably means that remaining battery
power is low. Leave the watch in bright light to allow it to charge.
Recover indicator
Charging Precautions
Certain charging conditions can cause the watch to become very hot. Avoid
leaving the watch in the areas described below whenever charging its
rechargeable battery.
Also note that allowing the watch to become very hot can cause its liquid
crystal display to black out. The appearance of the LCD should become
normal again when the watch returns to a lower temperature.
Warning!
Leaving the watch in bright light to charge its rechargeable battery can
cause it to become quite hot. Take care when handling the watch to
avoid burn injury. The watch can become particularly hot when exposed
to the following conditions for long periods.
On the dashboard of a car parked in direct sunlight
Too close to an incandescent lamp
Under direct sunlight
Charging Guide
After a full charge, timekeeping remains enabled for up to about six months.
The following table shows the amount of time the watch needs to be
exposed to light each day in order to generate enough power for normal
daily operations.
Since these are the specs, we can include all the technical details.
Watch not exposed to light
Internal timekeeping
Display on 18 hours per day, sleep state 6 hours per day
1 illumination operation (1.5 seconds) per day
10 seconds of alarm operation per day
10 digital compass operations per week
10 hours of altimeter measurements, once per month
Stable operation is promoted by frequent charging.
Exposure Level (Brightness)
Outdoor Sunlight (50,000 lux)
Sunlight Through a Window (10,000 lux)
Daylight Through a Window on a Cloudy Day (5,000 lux)
Indoor Fluorescent Lighting (500 lux)
Approximate
Exposure Time
5 minutes
21 minutes
42 minutes
7 hours
Recovery Times
The table below shows the amount exposure that is required to take the
battery from one level to the next.
The above exposure time values are all for reference only. Actual required
exposure times depend on lighting conditions.
Approximate Exposure Time
Level 5 Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 Level 1
2 hours 13 hours 6 hours
4 hours 63 hours 29 hours
8 hours 128 hours 58 hours
80 hours - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Exposure Level
(Brightness)
Outdoor Sunlight
(50,000 lux)
Sunlight Through a
Window (10,000 lux)
Daylight Through a
Window on a Cloudy
Day (5,000 lux)
Indoor Fluorescent
Lighting (500 lux)
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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.
Auto Return Features
The watch automatically returns to the Timekeeping Mode if you do not
perform any button operation for two or three minutes in the Data Recall,
Alarm, Digital Compass, or Barometer/Thermometer Mode.
If you do not perform any button operation while in the Altimeter Mode, the
watch automatically returns to the Timekeeping Mode after nine or 10
hours.
If you leave a screen with flashing digits on the display for two or three
minutes without performing any operation, the watch automatically exits the
setting screen.
Power Supply
This watch is equipped with a solar cell and a special rechargeable battery
(secondary battery) that is charged by the electrical power produced by the
solar cell. The illustration shown below shows how you should position the
watch for charging.
Example: Orient the watch so its face is
pointing at a light source.
The illustration shows how to position a
watch with a resin band.
Note that charging efficiency drops when
any part of the solar cell is blocked by
clothing, etc.
You should try to keep the watch outside
of your sleeve as much as possible. Even
if the face of the watch is only partially
blocked from light, charging will be
significantly reduced.
Solar cell
Scrolling
The A and C buttons are used on the setting screen to scroll through data
on the display. In most cases, holding down these buttons during a scroll
operation scrolls through the data at high speed.
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If ERR appears while a measurement operation is being performed in a
sensor mode, restart the measurement. If ERR appears on the display
again, it can mean there is something wrong with the sensor.
Even if battery power is at Level 1 or Level 2, the Digital Compass Mode,
Barometer/Thermometer Mode, or Altimeter Mode sensor may be disabled
if there is not enough voltage available to power it sufficiently. In this case,
ERR will appear on the display. This does not indicate malfunction, and
sensor operation should resume once battery voltage returns to its normal
level.
If ERR keeps appearing during measurement, it could mean there is a
problem with the applicable sensor.
Whenever you have a sensor malfunction, be sure to take the watch to
your original dealer or nearest authorized CASIO distributor as soon as
possible.
Power Saving
When turned on, Power Saving automatically
enters a sleep state whenever the watch is left for
a certain period in an area where it is dark. The
table below shows how watch functions are
affected by Power Saving.
There are actually two sleep state levels:
display sleep and function sleep.
Elapsed Time in
Dark
60 to 70 minutes
(Display Sleep)
6 or 7 days
(Function Sleep)
Display
Blank, with
PS flashing
Blank, with
PS not flashing
Operation
Display is off, but all functions are
enabled.
All functions are disabled, but
timekeeping is maintained.
Wearing the watch inside the sleeve of clothing can cause it to enter the
sleep state.
The watch will not enter the sleep state while the digital time is between
6:00 AM and 9:59 PM. If the watch is already in the sleep state when the
digital time reaches 6:00 AM, however, it will remain in the sleep state.
The watch will not enter the sleep state while it is in the Countdown Timer
or Stopwatch Mode.
To recover from the sleep state
Perform any one of the following operations.
Move the watch to a well-lit area. It can take up to two seconds for the
display to turn on.
Press any button.
Angle the watch towards your face for readings.
To turn Power Saving on and off
1. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down E until
the city code starts to flash, which indicates
the setting screen.
2. Press D nine times until the Power Saving
on/off screen appears.
3. Press C to toggle Power Saving on (ON) and
off (OFF).
4. Press E to exit the setting screen.
The Power Saving on indicator (PS) is on the
display in all modes while Power Saving is
turned on.
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Power Saving on
indicator
Timekeeping
Resetting the seconds to 00 while the current count is in the range of 30 to
59 causes the minutes to be increased by 1. In the range of 00 to 29, the
seconds are reset to 00 without changing the minutes.
With the 12-hour format, the P (PM) indicator appears on the display for
times in the range of noon to 11:59 p.m. and no indicator appears for times
in the range of midnight to 11:59 a.m.
With the 24-hour format, times are displayed in the range of 0:00 to 23:59,
without any indicator.
Illumination Precautions
The electro-luminescent panel that provides illumination loses power after
very long use.
Illumination may be hard to see when viewed under direct sunlight.
Illumination automatically turns off whenever an alarm sounds.
The watch may emit an audible sound whenever the display is illuminated.
This is due to vibration of the EL panel used for illumination, and does not
indicate malfunction.
Frequent use of illumination runs down the battery.
Auto light switch precautions
Wearing the watch on the inside of your wrist, movement of your arm, or
vibration of your arm can cause frequent activation of the auto light switch
and illumination of the display. To avoid running down the battery, turn off
the auto light switch whenever engaging in activities that might cause
frequent illumination of the display.
Note that wearing the watch under your sleeve while the auto light switch is
turned on can cause frequent illumination of the display and can run down
the battery.
Illumination may not turn on if the face of the
watch is more than 15 degrees above or below
parallel. Make sure that the back of your hand
is parallel to the ground.
Illumination turns off after the preset
illumination duration (see To specify the
illumination duration), even if you keep the
watch pointed towards your face.
Static electricity or magnetic force can interfere with proper operation of the
auto light switch. If illumination does not turn on, try moving the watch back
to the starting position (parallel with the ground) and then tilt it back towards
your face again. If this does not work, drop your arm all the way down so it
hangs at your side, and then bring it back up again.
Under certain conditions, illumination does not turn on until about one
second after you turn the face of the watch towards you. This does not
necessarily indicate malfunction.
You may notice a very faint clicking sound coming from the watch when it is
shaken back and forth. This sound is caused by mechanical operation of the
auto light switch, and does not indicate a problem with the watch.
More than 15 degrees
too high
Digital Compass Precautions
This watch features a built-in magnetic bearing sensor that detects terrestrial
magnetism. This means that north indicated by this watch is magnetic north,
which is somewhat different from true polar north. The magnetic north pole is
located in northern Canada, while the magnetic south pole is in southern
Australia. Note that the difference between magnetic north and true north as
measured with all magnetic compasses tends to be greater as one gets
closer to either of the magnetic poles. You should also remember that some
maps indicate true north (instead of magnetic north), and so you should make
allowances when using such maps with this watch.
Location
Taking a direction reading when you are near a source of strong magnetism
can cause large errors in readings. Because of this, you should avoid taking
direction readings while in the vicinity of the following types of objects:
permanent magnets (magnetic necklaces, etc.), concentrations of metal
(metal doors, lockers, etc.), high tension wires, aerial wires, household
appliances (TVs, personal computers, washing machines, freezers, etc.)
Accurate direction readings are impossible while in a train, boat, air plane,
etc.
Accurate readings are also impossible indoors, especially inside ferro-
concrete structures. This is because the metal framework of such structures
picks up magnetism from appliances, etc.
Storage
The precision of the bearing sensor may deteriorate if the watch becomes
magnetized. Because of this, you should be sure to store the watch away
from magnets or any other sources of strong magnetism, including:
permanent magnets (magnetic necklaces, etc.) and household appliances
(TVs, personal computers, washing machines, freezers, etc.)
Whenever you suspect that the watch may have become magnetized,
perform one of the calibration procedures under Calibrating the Bearing
Sensor.
Sensor Malfunction Indicator
Subjecting the watch to strong impact can cause sensor malfunction or
improper contact of internal circuitry. When this happens, ERR (error) will
appear on the display and sensor operations will be disabled.
Barometric
Pressure
Measurement
Digital
Compass
Measurement
Altitude
Measurement
The 12-hour/24-hour timekeeping format you select in the Timekeeping
Mode is applied in all modes.
The watchs 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 when battery power drops to Level 4.
The current time for all city codes in the Timekeeping Mode and World Time
Mode is calculated in accordance with the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
differential for each city, based on your Home City time setting.
GMT differential is calculated by this watch based on Universal Time
Coordinated (UTC) data.
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Important!
If you want to perform both bidirectional and northerly calibration, be sure
to perform bidirectional calibration first, and then perform northerly
calibration. This is necessary because bidirectional calibration cancels any
previously set northerly calibration setting.
The more correctly you perform bidirectional calibration, the better the
accuracy of the bearing sensor readouts. You should perform bidirectional
calibration whenever you change environments where you use the bearing
sensor, and whenever you feel that the bearing sensor is producing
incorrect readings.
Precautions about bidirectional calibration
You can use any two opposing directions for bidirectional calibration. You
must, however, make sure that they are 180 degrees opposite each other.
Remember that if you perform the procedure incorrectly, you will get wrong
bearing sensor readings.
Make sure that you do not move the watch while calibration of either
direction is in progress.
You should perform bidirectional calibration in an environment that is the
same as that where you plan to be taking direction readings. If you plan to
take direction readings in an open field, for example, calibrate in an open
field.
To perform bidirectional calibration
1. Press A to enter the Digital Compass Mode.
2. Hold down E until x1x appears on the
display, which indicates the setting screen.
At this time, the magnetic north pointer
flashes at the 12 oclock position to indicate
that the watch is ready to calibrate the first
direction.
3. Place the watch on a level surface facing any direction you want, and
press A to calibrate the first direction.
xxx is shown on the display while calibration is being performed.
When calibration of is successful, the display will show OK and x2x,
and the magnetic north pointer flashes at the 6 oclock position. This
means that the watch is ready for calibration of the second direction.
4. Rotate the watch 180 degrees.
5. Press A again to calibrate the second direction.
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xxx is shown on the display while calibration is being performed. When
calibration is successful, the display will show OK and the Digital Compass
Mode (showing the angle value) screen.
If xxx appears and then changes to ERR (error) on the calibration
screen, it means that there is something wrong with the sensor. When
ERR disappears after about one second, try performing the calibration
again. If ERR keeps appearing, contact your original dealer or nearest
authorized CASIO distributor to have the watch checked.
To perform northerly calibration
1. While in the Digital Compass Mode, hold
down E until x1x appears on the display,
which indicates the setting screen.
2. Press D to start the northerly calibration
procedure.
At this time, -N- (north) appears on the
display.
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3. Place the watch on a level surface, and position it so that its 12 oclock
position points north (as measured with another compass).
4. Press A to start the calibration operation.
--- is shown on the display while calibration is being performed. When
calibration is successful, the display will show OK and the Digital Compass
Mode (with 0 shown as the angle value).
If --- appears and then changes to ERR (error) on the calibration
screen, it means that there is something wrong with the sensor. When
ERR disappears after about one second, try performing the calibration
again. If ERR keeps appearing, contact your original dealer or nearest
authorized CASIO distributor to have the watch checked.
Barometer and Thermometer Precautions
The pressure sensor built into this watch measures changes in air
pressure, which you can then apply to your own weather predictions. It is
not intended for use as a precision instrument in official weather prediction
or reporting applications.
Sudden temperature changes can affect pressure sensor readings.
Temperature measurements are affected by your body temperature (while
you are wearing the watch), direct sunlight, and moisture. To achieve a
more accurate temperature measurement, remove the watch from your
wrist, place it in a well ventilated location out of direct sunlight, and wipe all
moisture from the case. It takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes for the
case of the watch to reach the actual surrounding temperature.
Pressure Sensor and Temperature Sensor Calibration
The pressure sensor and temperature sensor built into the watch are
calibrated at the factory and normally require no further adjustment. If you
notice serious errors in the temperature readings produced by the watch, you
can calibrate the sensor to correct the errors.
Important!
Incorrectly calibrating the barometric pressure sensor can result in incorrect
readings. Before performing the calibration procedure, compare the
readings produced by the watch with those of another reliable and accurate
barometer.
Incorrectly calibrating the temperature sensor can result in incorrect
readings. Carefully read the following before doing anything.
Compare the readings produced by the watch with those of another reliable
and accurate thermometer.
If adjustment is required, remove the watch from your wrist and wait for 20
or 30 minutes to give the temperature of the watch time to stabilize.
To calibrate the pressure sensor and the temperature sensor
1. Press B to enter the Barometer/
Thermometer Mode.
2. Hold down E until SET appears in the
upper display area.
3. Release E, and wait for four or five more
seconds until either OFF or the current
reference temperature value (if set) start to
flash. This is the setting screen.
If you want to calibrate the barometric
pressure sensor, press D to move the
flashing to the middle display area. This is
the pressure sensor calibration screen.
At this time, OFF or the barometric
pressure value should be flashing on the
display.
4. Use the C (+) and A () buttons to set the
calibration value in the units shown below.
Temperature 0.1C (0.2F)
Barometric Pressure 1 hPa (0.05inHg)
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Pressing A and C at the same time returns to the factory calibration
(OFF).
5. Press E to return to the Barometer/Thermometer Mode screen.
To select the temperature, barometric pressure, and altitude units
1. Enter the Timekeeping Mode.
2. Hold down E until the city code starts to
flash, which indicates the setting screen.
3. Use D to select the setting screen for the unit
you want to change.
See step 2 under To set the time and date
for information about how to scroll through
setting screens.
4. Press C to change the unit setting.
Each press of C changes the selected unit
setting as shown below.
Temperature C and F
Barometric Pressure hPa and inHg
Altitude m and ft
5. After the settings are the way you want, press E to exit the setting screen.
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Calibrating the Bearing Sensor
Whenever you suspect that direction readings produced by the watch are
wrong, you should calibrate it. You can use either one of two calibration
procedures: bidirectional calibration or northerly calibration.
Use bidirectional calibration when you want to take readings within an area
exposed to magnetic force. This type of calibration should be used if the
watch becomes magnetized for any reason.
With northerly calibration, you teach the watch which way is north (which
you have to determine with another compass or some other means). You
could use this calibration procedure, for example, to set the watch to indicate
true north instead of magnetic north.
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City Code Table
Honolulu
Anchorage
Los Angeles
Denver
Chicago
New York
Caracas
Rio De Janeiro
London
Paris
Berlin
City
City
GMT Other major cities in same time zone
Code Differential
11.0
10.0
09.0
08.0
07.0
06.0
05.0
04.0
03.0
02.0
01.0
+00.0
+01.0
Pago Pago
Papeete
Nome
San Francisco, Las Vegas, Vancouver,
Seattle/Tacoma, Dawson City
El Paso, Edmonton
Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth,
New Orleans, Mexico City, Winnipeg
Montreal, Detroit, Miami, Boston,
Panama City, Havana, Lima, Bogota
La Paz, Santiago, Port Of Spain
Sao Paulo, Buenos Aires, Brasilia, Montevideo
Praia
Dublin, Lisbon, Casablanca, Dakar, Abidjan
Milan, Rome, Madrid, Amsterdam, Algiers, Hamburg,
Frankfurt, Vienna, Stockholm
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HNL
ANC
LAX
DEN
CHI
NYC
CCS
RIO
02
01
GMT
LON
PAR
BER
Athens
Cairo
Jerusalem
Jeddah
Tehran
Dubai
Kabul
Karachi
Delhi
Dhaka
Yangon
Bangkok
Hong Kong
Seoul
Tokyo
Adelaide
Sydney
Noumea
Wellington
+02.0
+03.0
+03.5
+04.0
+04.5
+05.0
+05.5
+06.0
+06.5
+07.0
+08.0
+09.0
+09.5
+10.0
+11.0
+12.0
Helsinki, Istanbul, Beirut, Damascus,
Cape Town
Kuwait, Riyadh, Aden, Addis Ababa, Nairobi, Moscow
Shiraz
Abu Dhabi, Muscat
Male
Mumbai, Kolkata
Colombo
Jakarta, Phnom Penh, Hanoi, Vientiane
Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Beijing, Taipei, Manila,
Perth, Ulaanbaatar
Pyongyang
Darwin
Melbourne, Guam, Rabaul
Port Vila
Christchurch, Nadi, Nauru Island
ATH
CAI
JRS
JED
THR
DXB
KBL
KHI
DEL
DAC
RGN
BKK
HKG
SEL
TYO
ADL
SYD
NOU
WLG
Based on data as of June 2004.