Pulsar W540 User Manual

CAL. W540
DIGITAL QUARTZ
Dot-matrix liquid crystal panel
Time/calendar
5-channel memo function
World time
ENGLISH
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MODE CHANGE
B
A
With each press, the mode changes in the following order:
A
TIME/
CALENDAR
MEMO
C
WORLD TIME
TIME/CALENDAR MODE
Once the time/calendar of your area is set in the TIME/CALENDAR mode, the times of the 33 cities covered in the WORLD TIME mode will be set automatically.
* To display the times of the cities covered in the WORLD TIME mode properly, it is
necessary to select the city representing your area and set the correct time in the TIME/CALENDAR mode.
Press to show TIME/CALENDAR mode.
A
A
B
Mode name
C
Current time
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TIME/CALENDAR SETTING
Press for 1 to 2 seconds to show TIME/CALENDAR SETTING
A
display.
Press to select the digits to be adjusted.
A
Set the flashing digits. (Increasing digits)
B
or
Set the flashing digits. (Decreasing digits)
C
Press for 1 to 2 seconds to return to TIME/CALENDAR mode.
A
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Selection of the digits
Seconds
12-/24-hour
indication
Minutes Hour Year
City
⇐ ⇒
MonthDate
SHOWING CALENDAR DISPLAYS
With each press in TIME/CALENDAR mode, the display changes
B
in the following order:
[ Time display ]
B
[ Month & date display ]
Month Date Day
[ Day display ]
MEMO DEMONSTRATION
The memo registered in the memo channel No. 1 can be shown in TIME/ CALENDAR mode.
Press to show the memo registered in the memo channel No. 1.
C
* The memo continues scrolling.
Press to return to TIME/CALENDAR mode.
C
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MEMO MODE
A memo of up to 40 characters can be stored in each of the 5 memo channels.
Press to show MEMO mode.
A
BA C
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➡➡
Mode name
Press to select the desired memo channel.
B
CH–1
* The memo scrolls once, and then, its first three characters remain displayed.
Memo channel No. Memo
CH–2 CH–3
CH–4 CH–5
With each press, restart and stop of the scroll are made alternately.
C
HOW TO INPUT THE MEMO
Press to select the desired memo channel.
B
Press for 1 to 2 seconds to show MEMO INPUT display.
A
With each press, the flashing character changes in order.
B
or
With each press, the flashing character changes in reverse order.
C
When the desired character is shown, press to register it.
A
* The flashing position moves rightward for the input of the next character.
Press for 1 to 2 seconds to return to MEMO mode.
A
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* To correct the characters already registered, follow the procedure below.
1) Press button A for 1 to 2 seconds to return to the MEMO mode.
2) Press button A for 1 to 2 seconds to show the MEMO INPUT display.
3) Press button A to move the flashing position so that the character you wish to correct flashes.
4) Press button B or C to show the desired character, and press button A to register it.
HOW TO ERASE A MEMO
Press to select the desired memo channel.
B
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Press for 1 to 2 seconds to show MEMO INPUT display.
A
and
B
Press at the same time for 3 to 4 seconds.
C
* The display flashes and then, the
display shown at right appears and scrolls once to indicate that the selected memo is erased.
WORLD TIME MODE
The time of 33 cities in different time zones throughout the world can be displayed.
Daylight saving time can be set for each city.
Press to show WORLD TIME mode.
A
“A” (AM)/“P” (PM) in
BAC
the 12-hour indication
Mode mark (airplane mark)
or
B
Press to select the desired city.
C
City mark
Current time of selected city
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CHANGEOVER BETWEEN STANDARD TIME AND DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
Press for 1 to 2 seconds. With each press, the standard time and
A
daylight saving time of the selected city are alternately shown.
Daylight saving time mark
A
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TIME DIFFERENCES
GMT = Greenwich Mean Time
City
mark
LON
P A R
M I L
B E R
I S T
A T H
C A I
M O W
D X B M L E D A C B K K S G N H K G P E K T P E D P S
City name
London* Paris* Milan* Berlin* Istanbul* Athens* Cairo* Moscow* Dubai Male (Maldives) Dhaka Bangkok Ho Chi Minh City Hong Kong Beijing Taipei (Taiwan) Denpasar (Bali Is.)
* The cities marked with “*” use daylight saving time (summer time).
GMT
± (hours)
± 0
+ 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 5 + 6 + 7 + 7 + 8 + 8 + 8 + 8
City
mark
S I N
T Y O
S E L G U M S Y D N O U
A K L H N L Y V R
L A X P D X
C H I N Y C C C S
R I O
P D L
City name
Singapore Tokyo Seoul Guam Is. Sydney* Nouméa Auckland* Honolulu Vancouver* Los Angeles* Portland* Chicago* New York* Caracas Rio de Janeiro* Azores Is.*
(As of April 2000)
GMT
± (hours)
+ 8 + 9
+ 9 + 10 + 10 + 11 + 12
- 10
- 8
- 8
- 8
- 6
- 5
- 4
- 3
- 1
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ViViDiGi
is a new type of liquid crystal panel that makes possible various colors and high contrast.
Excellent light reflection and transmission make the display bright and clear.
Various color options are available.
Either the whole panel or the displayed data only can be illuminated.
* Features vary in different models.
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NOTES ON USING THE WATCH
MODE CHANGE
When the mode is changed over, the mode name or mark to indicate the selected mode
scrolls from the top to the bottom, and then, the display for the mode scrolls from right to left.
TIME/CALENDAR MODE
[TIME/CALENDAR SETTING]
The calendar automatically adjusts for odd and even months including February of leap
years from 2000 to 2050.
Setting the seconds:
• With the second digits flashing, press button B or C in accordance with a time signal. The second digits are reset to “00”.
• When the seconds count any number from “30” to “59” and button B or C is pressed, one minute is added and the seconds are reset to “00”.
Be sure to select the city representing your area. For the city marks and cities they
represent, see “TIME DIFFERENCES” on page 11.
Changeover between 12- and 24-hour indications are made alternately with each press
of button B or C while the hour and minute digits are flashing. In the 12-hour indication, only “PM” mark is displayed. There is no indication for the AM setting and in the 24­hour indication.
The flashing digits except the seconds and 12-/24-hour indication move quickly if button
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B or C is kept pressed.
If the watch is left untouched with the digits flashing, it will automatically return to the
TIME/CALENDAR mode in 1 to 2 minutes.
Note on unusual display:
While setting the time/calendar, all the segments of the display will light up if both buttons B and C are pressed at the same time. This is not a malfunction. Press button A, B or C to return to the TIME/CALENDAR mode, and then set the time/calendar again.
[SHOWING CALENDAR DISPLAYS]
When button B is pressed to change over the display, the selected display scrolls from
right to left.
If the watch is left untouched with the month and date or the day of the week displayed,
it will automatically return to the time display in 1 to 2 minutes.
[MEMO DEMONSTRATION]
If no memo is registered in the memo channel No. 1, the following display scrolls.
MEMO MODE
A memo is displayed with “ ” at its beginning and “ ” at its end.
[HOW TO INPUT THE MEMO]
If the watch is left untouched with the digits flashing, it will automatically return to the
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MEMO mode in 1 to 2 minutes.
The flashing character changes quickly if button B or C is kept pressed.
Characters for the memo input and the order of appearance:
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 ! ? @ # + / = % ~ ' " < > – _ : ; • , . (space)
WORLD TIME MODE
When button B or C is pressed to select a city, the time of the selected city scrolls from
right to left or from left to right, respectively.
The city selection can be made quickly if button B or C is kept pressed.
When the time of your area is displayed in the 24-hour indication in the TIME/
CALENDAR mode, the times of the cities covered in the WORLD TIME mode are also displayed in the 24-hour indication.
To display the times of the cities covered in the WORLD TIME mode properly, it is
necessary to select the city representing your area and set the correct time in the TIME/ CALENDAR mode.
[CHANGEOVER BETWEEN STANDARD TIME AND DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME]
The time difference and use of daylight saving time may change in some areas or
countries when they are so decided by the countries concerned.
When the daylight saving time is set for the city selected in the TIME/CALENDAR mode,
the current time is advanced by one hour. When the standard time is set, the current time is moved back by one hour.
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BATTERY CHANGE
2
Years
As the battery is inserted at the factory to check the function and performance of the watch, its actual life once in your possession may be less than the specified period.
When the battery expires, be sure to replace it as soon as possible to prevent any malfunction.
We recommend that you contact an AUTHORIZED PULSAR DEALER for battery replacement.
Necessary procedure after battery change
After the battery is replaced with a new one or if an abnormal display (broken digits, etc.) appears, follow the procedure below to reset the IC.
Press and hold buttons A, B and C at the same time for 2 to 3 seconds. The display will become blank, and the watch will return to the initial setting of “12:00'00" a.m., January 1st, 2000, SAT (Saturday), LON (London)” when the buttons are released.
* Before using the watch, set the time/calendar. * Please note that all the memos registered in the memo channels will be erased after
the IC is reset.
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Battery life : Approx. 2 years
Battery : SEIKO SR1120SW
WARNING
Do not remove the battery from the watch.
If it is necessary to take out the battery, keep it out of the reach of
children. If a child swallows it, consult a doctor immediately.
Never short-circuit, tamper with or heat the battery, and never expose
it to fire. The battery may burst, become very hot or catch fire.
CAUTION
The battery is not rechargeable. Never attempt to recharge it, as this
may cause battery leakage or damage to the battery.
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TO PRESERVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR WATCH
WATER RESISTANCE
Non-water resistant
• If the watch becomes wet, have it checked by an AUTHORIZED PULSAR DEALER or SERVICE CENTER.
Water resistant 5/10/15/20 bar
5
10/15/20
bar WR
• Do not operate the buttons when the watch is wet or in water. If used in sea water, rinse the watch in fresh water and dry it
bar WR
completely.
• When taking a shower with the water resistant 5 bar watch, or taking a bath with the water resistant 10, 15 or 20 bar watch, be sure to observe the following:
* Do not operate the buttons when the watch is wet with soapy
water or shampoo.
* If the watch is left in warm water, a slight time loss or gain may
be caused. This condition, however, will be corrected when the watch returns to normal temperature.
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* Pressure in bar is a test pressure and should not be considered as corresponding
to actual diving depth since swimming movement tends to increase the pressure at a given depth. Care should also be taken on diving into water.
** We recommend that you wear a PULSAR Diver’s Watch for scuba diving.
TEMPERATURES
Your watch works
+50°C
with stable accuracy within a temperature
-5°C
range of 5° C and 35°
Temperatures over 50° C (122° F) or below –5° C (+23° F) may cause a slight time loss or gain or battery leakage or shorten the battery life. However, the above conditions will be corrected when the watch returns to normal temperature.
C (41° F and 95° F).
MAGNETISM
Your watch will not be affected by magnetism.
S
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CARE OF CASE AND BRACELET
To prevent possible rusting of the case and bracelet caused by dust, moisture and perspiration, wipe them periodically with a soft dry cloth.
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SHOCKS & VIBRATION
Light activities will not affect your watch, but be careful not to drop your watch or hit it against hard surfaces, as this may cause damage.
CHEMICALS
Be careful not to expose
case, bracelet, etc. may become discolored, deteriorated or damaged.
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the watch to solvents, mercury, cosmetic spray, detergents, adhesives or paints. Otherwise, the
PERIODIC CHECK
It is recommended that the
2 - 3
Years
DEALER or SERVICE CENTER to ensure that the case, buttons, gasket and crystal seal remain intact.
PRECAUTION REGARDING CASE BACK PROTECTIVE FILM
watch be checked once every 2 to 3 years. Have your watch checked by an AUTHORIZED PULSAR
If your watch has a protective film and/or a sticker on the case back, be sure to peel them off before using your watch.
STATIC ELECTRICITY
The IC (Integrated Circuit) used in your watch will be affected by static electricity
display. Keep the watch away from close contact with objects such as TV screens which emit strong static electricity.
which may disturb the
LIQUID CRYSTAL PANEL
The normal life expectancy for the liquid crystal panel of the watch is approximately 5 years.
5 Years
read. Please contact your AUTHORIZED PULSAR DEALER or SERVICE CENTER if you wish to have a new panel fitted (guaranteed one year).
After that it may decrease in contrast, becoming difficult to
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