Sinn U200l, EZM 8 User Manual

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CONTENTS

SINN SPEZIALUHREN ZU FRANKFURT AM MAIN

PERFECT DIVING WATCHES

DNV GL CERTIFIES SINN DIVING WATCHES

(EZM 8)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Ar-DEHUMIDIFYING TECHNOLOGY

USING THE DIVER’S BEZEL TO MEASURE TIME

ADJUSTING THE LENGTH OF THE WATCH STRAPS

TECHNICAL DETAILS

SERVICE

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DEAR CUSTOMER,

Since the company was founded
in 1961, we have focused on the
creation of high-quality mechanical
watches. Nowadays, watch lovers
associate innovation and patents
with the name of Sinn Spezialuhren.
And it’s not just our diving watches
that stand for high performance,
robustness, and durability, quality
and precision.

These watches do, however,
constitute an outstanding example of
how we repeatedly push the limits of
what can be achieved physically in
development.

We are driven by the question
of which new technologies and
materials can be used to make
diving watches safer and more
suitable for everyday use.

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It is often worth indulging in a little lateral thinking to see what is going on
in other industrial sectors or fields of science. It is therefore no coincidence
that the series U1, U2, U200, U212, U1000 and UX are made of high-strength,
seawater-resistant German Submarine Steel. The T1 and T2 models are
another example. All case parts for these mission timers are made of high­strength titanium. Both submarine steel and high-strength titanium predestine
our diving watches for use in salt water.

Fittingly, we work closely with an independent company specialising in
technical maritime security. The world’s largest classification society DNV GL
(formerly Germanischer Lloyd, Hamburg) checks and certifies the diving­watch data – including compliance with European diving device standards,
which is unique in the watch industry.

I am delighted that you have decided to buy a SINN diving watch and hope
that it will continue to give you pleasure for many years to come.

Yours sincerely,

Lothar Schmidt

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SINN SPEZIALUHREN ZU FRANKFURT AM MAIN

It was back in 1961 that pilot and blind-flying instructor Helmut Sinn founded
the company. Since then, we have been committed to producing high­specification mechanical watches. In 1994, the graduate engineer Lothar
Schmidt took over the company. This marked the beginning of a new era
for the SINN brand, because the new owner took a decisive step towards
more innovation. Under his leadership, new technologies and materials were
introduced, thus providing the crucial incentives for our company’s evolution
and gradual emergence as an insider’s tip for lovers of fine watches. Today,
our name stands for technical innovations – much to the delight of both the
trade and our customers alike.

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Advancements in endurance testing

Take, for example, the absolutely condensation­free, anti-reflective, German Submarine Steel diving
watch – made possible by HYDRO Technology.
Other examples include a chronometer
chronograph fashioned from a 22-carat gold
alloy that is as hard as stainless steel and a
chronometer with a magnetic resistance of
up to 80,000 A/m. There are also watches with
a clockwork mechanism optimally protected
from aging by an inert gas and integrated
dehumidifying capsule. The list would not be
complete without mentioning the development of
mission timers (Einsatzzeitmesser or EZM in German)
for firefighters, for special police units and border
patrol guards as well as Temperature Resistance
Technology to keep mechanical watches
performing at temperatures ranging from − 45 °C
to + 80 °C. This technology has proven its worth in
the EZM 10 TESTAF model, for example, used as
part of the official approvals procedure for Airbus
Helicopters (formerly Eurocopter) EC 145 T2 high­performance helicopter. Hot and cold climate tests
and high-altitude experiments were carried out in
the deserts of the USA, the Rocky Mountains and
the frozen wastes of Canada. The watch was worn
unprotected, outside the pilot’s overall, during cold
climate tests at temperatures reaching − 45 °C.

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Innovations and certifications

The world’s largest classification society for maritime safety DNV GL (formerly
Germanischer Lloyd, Hamburg), has been testing our diving watches
for pressure and water resistance since 2005. As part of DNV GL’s official
certification process, our diving watches have been treated as part of diving
equipment since 2006 and tested and certified in accordance with European
diving equipment standards. This is unparalleled in the watch industry.

We have had selected pilot’s watches tested and certified to the technical
standard for pilot watches (Technischer Standard Fliegeruhren – TESTAF)
by Aachen University of Applied Sciences since 2012. The TESTAF, the result
of a research project at the initiative of Sinn Spezialuhren, ensures that a
pilot’s watch meets all timekeeping requirements during flight operations in
accordance with visual and/or instrumental flight regulations and is suitable
for professional use.

DIAPAL is one of our most important technological developments, with oiling
no longer needed for the most important functions in the watch thanks to
the materials we select. This technology was first used in 2001. With the aid
of TEGIMENT Technology, we achieve greatly increased scratch resistance
through surface hardening.

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Ongoing advancement in technology and quality

Our top priority has always been to develop watches that offer superior
performance – both in daily and in professional use. Which is why our
engineers are working continually to identify which innovative methods,
materials and technologies are best suited for optimising our watches.
Each new development has to first undergo rigorous practical tests before
being incorporated. And no watch leaves our workshops before it has
been subjected to thorough checking and fine adjustment by our master
watchmakers.

Workshop modifications and hand-engraving

From the robust case and the polished crystal
through to elaborate refinements: we make sure
that each and every detail of our watches is fit
for purpose. The same applies to our workshop
modifications. Only the perfect interaction of all
components and technologies ensures that our
watches can meet all their design specifications
in full. Take for example the SZ02 calibre of our
U1000 diving chronograph. The 60-minute scale
of the stopwatch minute counter is much simpler
and more intuitive to read than the 30-minute
scale commonly found on other watches. The
hand-engraving represents a highly personal form
of refinement. If required, our specially trained
engraver can etch a name, initials, monograms
or symbols onto the rotor, movement bridge and
case back.

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PERFECT DIVING WATCHES

Our watches are famous for their outstanding functionality. We

consistently implement this principle in our accurate timepieces

for pilots as well as in our diving watches. The technical

development of such perfect time-keeping instruments is one

of the greatest challenges for our engineers and watchmakers.

During a dive, absolute water resistance, perfect readability in all

lighting and water conditions and extreme durability are of life-

saving importance.

This is due to the fact that we develop these watches exclusively
for their intended purpose – with the consequence that the form
follows the primary function. Thus we ensure an extremely high
standard of reliability, safety and practicality in everyday use.

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DNV GL CERTIFIES SINN DIVING WATCHES

So what does DNV GL (formerly Germanischer Lloyd) have to do with a

watch manufacturer from Frankfurt am Main? The renowned company tests

and certifies our diving watches according to a variety of criteria. One

test focuses on water resistance and pressure resistance, while a second

test procedure covers something never done before in the watchmaking

industry: certification in accordance with the European standards for diving

equipment!

Testing for water resistance and pressure resistance

In each dive, time plays a crucial role in survival on every dive. Diving
watches must therefore be water-resistant, reliable and durable, and
guarantee perfect readability in all lighting and water conditions. The
information we provide about our diving watches is thus not merely captured
in words, but proven in practice as well. Since 2005, DNV GL has been
testing our diving watches for water resistance and pressure resistance. In
accordance with these certification standards, the EZM 3 and EZM 13 are
pressure-resistant to 50 bar, the T1, U1, U212 and the U1000 series are pressure­resistant to 100 bar, while the T2, U2 and U200 series are pressure-resistant
to 200 bar and the UX series is actually pressure-resistant to any accessible
diving depth. For this series, DNV GL has confirmed the pressure resistance
of the case to 12,000 m and of the movement to 5,000 m diving depth. The
tests are repeated at regular intervals on all of these watches in order to
document the consistency of the quality.

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Germanischer Lloyd (now
DNV GL) has confirmed
and certified the pressure
resistance.

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A premiere: certification in accordance with European diving device
standards

In a standardised test situation, will a diving watch deliver the same reliable
performance as, say, a breathing apparatus? To answer this question, we were
the first who have watches tested and officially certified according to the
European standards for diving equipment. Also these tests are performed at
regular intervals for all these watches. The testing and certification according
to the European standards EN250 and EN14143 was completely new territory
for both sides. This was the case because the standards for diving equipment
cannot be applied to watches without modification. The experts at DNV GL
thus adapted the standards appropriately and defined two series of tests. In the
first of the two, they put the timepieces in a test cabinet for three hours at –20°C,
then for three more hours at +50°C. The timepieces were subsequently checked
for accuracy and functional reliability at both temperatures. In a second test,
the watches had to withstand three hours at –30°C and 3 hours at +70°C with
95% humidity. The result: Temperature resistance and perfect functioning were
documented and certified for the watches in the U1, U1000 (since 2007), U2,
U200 (since 2009), T1, T2, U212 (since 2013), EZM 13 (since 2014) and EZM 3 series
after both tests. The UX series watches were also certified; however, these were
subjected to a modified test involving temperatures between –20°C and +60°C
due to their battery operation and oil filling.

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Germanischer Lloyd (now
DNV GL) has confirmed
and certified the
type-based test of
temperature resistance
and functionality in
accordance with the
European diving device
standards EN250:2000
and EN14143:2003.

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The U200: A mission timer with exciting technological

features! For example many users are thrilled by the

case made of German Submarine Steel, which is

absolutely resistant to seawater, as well as the captive

diver’s bezel hardened using TEGIMENT Technology

and the patented Ar-Dehumidifying Technology for

enhanced freedom from fogging. And: With the

U200 we fulfill the desire of many customers for a

diving watch with a smaller diameter (37 mm) and

lower weight —without compromising on functionality!

Image: U200 (EZM 8)

(EZM 8)

THE MISSION TIMER MADE OF
GERMAN SUBMARINE STEEL

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German Submarine Steel guarantees seawater resistance

First-class material quality makes this diving watch completely resistant to
external influences. And the original German Submarine Steel guarantees
seawater resistance. This is precisely the steel used by ThyssenKrupp for the
external hulls of the U212 A class of the German Navy, which are currently the
most advanced non-nuclear submarines in the world.

TEGIMENT Technology and the Black Hard Coating

With the aid of TEGIMENT Technology, we achieve greatly increased scratch
resistance through surface hardening. TEGIMENT Technology increases the
level of hardness of the base material, such as submarine steel, many times
over. To achieve this, we do not apply any coating. The material itself is
hardened in the surface area. The hardened surface is far better protected
against scratching than the surface of the base material. The tempering with
the TEGIMENT Technology forms the basis for the application of the Black Hard
Coating – a high quality PVD coating.

The captive diver’s bezel

The diver’s bezel can easily be operated while wearing diving gloves. To
protect against unintended adjustments, the diver’s bezel may only be turned
counter-clockwise. Because the bezel plays a vital role in time measurement,
it is an extremely sensitive safety feature. That’s why we have protected
our bezel against loss with a special construction. Our secure attachment
differs significantly from the conventional snap-in mechanism: loss due to
unfortunate impacts is practically impossible, because the captive bezel is
securely fastened to the centre section of the case.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Diver‘s bezel

Hour hand

Minute hand

Second hand

Date display

Crown position

0 1 2 3

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Winding the watch (crown position 1)

The crown is screwable (crown position 0). To loosen the crown, turn it counter­clockwise (crown position 1). The movement is wound by turning the crown
clockwise. About 40 winds of the crown are generally enough to ensure

reliable functionality. Under normal circumstances, simply wearing the watch
every day should suffice to keep the self-winding mechanism wound. The
power reserve allows you to take off your watch overnight without having to
re-wind it.

Time adjustment (crown position 3)

In crown position 3, the motion is paused. This helps you to set the watch
precisely. Please make sure the date changes at midnight and not at
midday. Just move the hands forward until the date changes. Afterwards you
attempt to set the time. We recommend moving the hands past the desired
minute marker and then adjusting it backwards. The movement restarts as
soon as the crown is no longer in position 3.

Quickset date adjustment (crown position 2)

Set the crown in position 2 and turn it clockwise until the correct date
appears in the date display window.

Please take care to fasten the crown after making adjustments.

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The colour scale for the Ar-Dehumidifying Technology: the capsule continues
to absorb moisture until the darkest colouration is reached.

Indication colours of the drying capsule

Pale blue

Up to 25%
saturation

Light blue

Up to 50%
saturation

Medium blue

Up to 75%
saturation

Dark blue

Up to 100%
saturation

Initial condition Drying capsule

saturated

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Perfect freedom from fogging

All the watches in this series meet the technical requirements for
waterproofness, as set out in standard DIN 8310. But even with watertight
instruments, the air enclosed in the case contains water in a gaseous state.
And air can also penetrate the seals. When the water vapour in the case
condenses into liquid, the instruments are impossible to read. To prevent this
from happening, we have developed the Ar-Dehumidifying Technology.
The combination of a special drying capsule, EDR seals (extreme diffusion
reduction) and a filling of protective gas guarantee that the crystal remains
free from fogging, even in difficult conditions.

Longer service intervals

The sophisticated Ar-Dehumidifying Technology considerably slows the aging
process of the watch’s inner workings and keeps the movement functioning
properly for longer. That is why we issue a three-year warranty on all our
watches featuring Ar-Dehumidifying Technology. When the drying capsule
is saturated, as indicated by a deep blue colour (refer to picture on the left
side), we recommend you have it exchanged so you can continue to enjoy
all the advantages of the Ar-Dehumidifying Technology (enhanced reliability,
longer intervals between maintenance).

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The diver’s bezel is a rotatable bezel that can be set to the minute and
only be rotated in one direction to prevent accidental adjustment. It has a
luminous main marker which can be used in various ways. It can be used
to highlight important time periods. Use it, for example, to mark the start of
a period of time; the elapsed time can then be read off at a glance at any
time.

USING THE DIVER’S BEZEL TO MEASURE TIME

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ADJUSTING THE LENGTH OF THE WATCH STRAPS

If you don’t know how to shorten or lengthen the solid bracelet, please
contact your SINN dealer or the watchmakers in our customer service
department in Frankfurt am Main. Our customer service employees are also
happy to help you over the telephone.

Determine the relative lengths of the two sides before adjusting the length of
the bracelet. To ensure maximum comfort, both sides of the bracelet should
contain the same number of links. If this is not possible, the top bracelet strap
(above the 12 on the clock) should be longer.

It is not necessary to detach the solid bracelet from the watch or the clasp.

1. Loosen the screws on the side of the bracelet link which is to be removed
or added.

2. Remove the superfluous bracelet link or insert a new one.

3. Before screwing tight, add a small drop (no more!) of thread-locker

(AN 302-42 medium-tight) to the thread of the bracelet screw.

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Adjusting the length of the silicone strap

1. Release the silicone band from the clasp. To do so, use the pointed end of

the band replacement tool to push the spring bar out of the fastener. The
other side of the spring bar can be removed while the fastener is open,
enabling you to remove the silicone band.

2. Using a knife or scissors, cut the silicone band in the middle between two
metal pins. You should shorten the band symmetrically and little by little,
starting from the clasp, until you have reached the desired length. Test the
length from time to time before proceeding. Shortening both ends by the
length of one metal pin results in a total difference of 10 mm in the length

of the strap; shortening one end reduces the length by 5 mm.

3. Remove the first metal pin and replace it with the spring bar. Then
reattach the clasp to the band.

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If you want to shorten the overall length of the silicone strap, refer to steps 1 to 3.

4. Assembling the butterfly folding clasp as follows:
We recommend first inserting the bar at the red marker, as per the
illustration. If the silicone strap is too tight, use the option shown in the
illustration by the white marker.

Hole for spring bar:

Tight-fitting strap

Hole for spring bar:

Extend strap

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Luminous

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TECHNICAL DETAILS

Mechanical Movement

• Calibre ETA 2824-2

• Self-winding mechanism

• Hand adjustment with stop-second

function

• 25 bearing jewels

• 28,800 semi-oscillations per hour

• Shock resistant as per DIN 8308

• Anti-magnetic as per DIN 8309

Functions

• Hours, minutes, seconds

• Date display

• Diver's bezel with luminescent key mark

SINN Technologies

• Ar-Dehumidifying Technology

• Bezel with TEGIMENT Technology

• Functionally reliable from

−45°C up to +80°C

• Captive bezel

• U200 SDR: Bezel with Black Hard

Coating on a TEGIMENT Technology
basis

Watch Case

• German Submarine Steel

• Crown screwable

• Sapphire crystal glass in front

• Case back screw-fastened

• Band lug width 18 mm

• Case diameter 37 mm

Tests and Certification

• As per European diving
equipment norms EN250 and
EN14143, tested and certified by
DNV GL

• Water-resistant and pressure
resistant up to 2,000 m diving
depth (= 200 bar), tested and
certified by DNV GL

• As per technical demands for
diving watch norm DIN 8306

• Meet the technical requirements
for waterproofness, as set out in
standard DIN 8310

• Low pressure resistant

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General advice

To preserve the water resistance for as long as possible, the watch should
be rinsed whenever it has been in contact with seawater, chemicals, etc.
If your watch is frequently worn in water or underwater, we recommend
having its water resistance checked at yearly intervals.

The watch is designed to withstand high levels of mechanical wear and
tear and is shock resistant as per DIN 8308. Nevertheless, it goes without
saying that continual mechanical stress in the form of impacts or vibration
will affect its durability.

Care should therefore be taken to protect your watch from unnecessary
wear and tear. It is only possible to judge how well the watch keeps time
after it has been in operation for approximately eight weeks, since it takes
that long for the working mechanism to become adjusted, especially in
view of the fact that everybody has different lifestyles and habits. In the
event of any excessive deviation, please keep a day-to-day record of its
timekeeping over a period of about one week, for example.

SERVICE

If possible, please use our service order form. For information about our
service order form, please refer to the section entitled “Customer Service”
on our website www.sinn.de/en and to the section entitled “Servicing and
repairs” in our general terms and conditions at www.sinn.de/en. We would be
happy to send you a copy of the general terms and conditions.

Does your SINN watch need an inspection, repair, retrofitting or reconditioning?

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Do you have any questions?

Our employees will be pleased to
advise you.
Telephone: + 49 (0)69 978 414 400
Telefax: + 49 (0)69 978 414 401
E-mail: [email protected]

Our international partners generally offer on-site service. However, should they
be unable to provide a certain service, they will organise the safe dispatch
and return of the SINN watch to our manufactory in Germany. Please be aware
that our partners will wait until they have a sufficient number of SINN watches
before they post a shipment, in order to keep transport costs and customs
duties to a minimum. This will increase the processing time.

Alternatively, you can send your SINN watch to us directly. You will be required
to cover the postage costs for the delivery and return shipment, which vary
depending on the country. For insurance reasons, we strongly recommend
sending us any return goods by registered parcel post. We regret that we are
unable to accept deliveries with unpaid postage!

In case you have a chance to drop off your watch directly at our office in
Frankfurt am Main we look forward to your visit. Please make a note of our
opening times.

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© Sinn Spezialuhren GmbH

3. Auflage / 3rd Edition
03 2016
Technische Änderungen vorbehalten.
Technical specifications are subject to changes.

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