The atomic watch’s internal computer processes the
received time signals and automatically synchronizes
the hands, date and the change over between daylight
saving time and standard time as well as the leap year
accordingly. The signal reception and synchronization
occur automatically every night and manually upon
demand.
Even outside of the reception range your atomic watch
will continue to keep excellent time. The highly
accurate 32 kHz quartz movement will ensure precise
time keeping.
Analog Watch Instruction Manual
2. Functional Description
T1 Button (mode):
Welcome to the world of radio-controlled timekeeping
technology. We hope you will enjoy the convenience of
never having to set your watch again and the confidence of
knowing exactly what time it is. Your new radio-controlled
watch is a special edition produced by La Crosse
Technology specifically for E. Howard. It will provide you
with years of trouble free, easy operation and the most
accurate time in the world.
The T1 button has two functions:
1. Switches the digital display between date (for
example 12.19) and seconds (for example 32).
2. Receives the WWVB time signal and synchronizes
the time automatically if you press it for longer
than 3 seconds.
1. Description of WWVB
T2 button (adjust):
The most accurate clock in the United States is the
atomic cesium clock located at:
Depending on the mode the T2 button either:
1. Indication of adjusted time zone (T2 < 3 sec).
2. Advances the time zone in 1-hour increments
when setting the time zones.
U.S. Department of Commerce
National Institute of Standards and Technology
(NIST)
Boulder, Colorado
3. Advances the hands when manually synchronizing
the watch.
Your atomic watch receives time signals on long wave
radio (60 kHz) from the NIST operated WWVB time
signal transmitter located in Fort Collins, CO and
coupled with the atomic cesium clock in Boulder. Until
recently, the transmitter was used predominantly by
telephone companies, radio and television stations,
navigations of planes and ships and for scientific
purposes in laboratories. Now this precise signal can
be received by the atomic watch technology.
Your atomic watch receives the WWVB time signal via
its built-in antenna system. The proper function of the
receiver contained in this product has been tested as a
prototype with regard to its sensitivity and range of
reception in different places throughout the United
States.
3. Synchronizing the Time (signal reception)
The signal reception and synchronization occurs
automatically every night. At any desired time you can
perform a “manual” reception by pressing the T1 button
for at least 3 seconds. The hands will set to the 12
o’clock position (if the hands set to a time other than
exactly 12 o’clock they must be repositioned. See
under 5. Replacing the battery) during reception and
will reset themselves thereafter. Note that your atomic
watch will not receive the WWVB time signal if set to a
time zone other than Pacific, Mountain, Central or
Eastern standard time.
Any claim for warranty – express or implied – due to the
watch’s failure to properly receive the radio signal due
to interference, whatever may be the source of this
interference, are hereby expressly excluded in all
respects. For more information about the WWVB-
Radio signal please visit the NIST website at:
For actual signal coverage in North America please
visit:
4. Setting the Time Zone
htm.
The time preset by the factory might not be the correct
time for the time zone you are in. To set the correct
time zone please follow the instructions listed below:
1. Press the T2 button. The digital display will
change from displaying the date (for example,
12.19) to displaying the current hour (for example
P02 PM). The letter P, M, C or E in front of the
digitally displayed hour stands for Pacific,
Mountain, Central or Eastern standard time zone
respectively. If no letter is displayed in front of the
hour a different time zone has been selected.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also
have other rights specific to your State. Some States do no
allow the exclusion of consequential or incidental damages
therefore the above exclusion of limitation may not apply to
you.
La Crosse Technology, Ltd provides a 10-year limited
warranty on the movement of this product against
manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship. All
other components of the watch including the lens and strap
are warranted for 1-year against manufacturing defects in
materials and workmanship.
For warranty work, technical support, or information contact:
La Crosse Technology, Ltd
2809 Losey Blvd S.
La Crosse, WI 54601
Phone: 608.782.1610
Fax: 608.796.1020
This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase,
is valid only on products purchased and used in North
America and only to the original purchaser of this product.
To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact La
Crosse Technology, Ltd for problem determination and
service procedures. Warranty service can only be
performed by a La Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized
service center. The original dated bill of sale must be
presented upon request as proof of purchase to La Crosse
Technology, Ltd or La Crosse Technology, Ltd’s authorized
service center.
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La Crosse Technology, Ltd will repair or replace this product,
at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new
or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective
during the limited warranty period specified above. All
replaced parts and products become the property of La
Crosse Technology, Ltd and must be returned to La Crosse
Technology, Ltd. Replacement parts and products assume
the remaining original warranty, or ninety (90) days,
whichever is longer. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will pay all
expenses for labor and materials for all repairs covered by
this warranty. If necessary repairs are not covered by this
warranty, or if a product is examined which is not in need or
repair, you will be charged for the repairs or examination.
The owner must pay any shipping charges incurred in
getting your La Crosse Technology, Ltd product to a La
Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized service center. La
Crosse Technology, Ltd will pay reasonable return shipping
charges to the owner of the product.
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This handbook may contain mistakes and printing errors.
The information in this handbook is regularly checked and
corrections made in the next issue. We accept no liability for
technical mistakes or printing errors, or their consequences.
All trademarks and patents are acknowledged.
Your La Crosse Technology, Ltd warranty covers all defects
in material and workmanship with the following specified
exceptions: (1) damage caused by accident, unreasonable
use or neglect (including the lack of reasonable and
necessary maintenance); (2) damage occurring during
shipment (claims must be presented to the carrier); (3)
damage to, or deterioration of, any accessory or decorative
surface; (4) damage resulting from failure to follow
instructions contained in your owner’s manual; (5) damage
resulting from the performance of repairs or alterations by
someone other than an authorized La Crosse Technology,
Ltd authorized service center; (6) units used for other than
home use (7) applications and uses that this product was not
intended or (8) the products inability to receive a signal due
to any source of interference.. This warranty covers only
actual defects within the product itself, and does not cover
the cost of installation or removal from a fixed installation,
normal set-up or adjustments, claims based on
misrepresentation by the seller or performance variations
resulting from installation-related circumstances.
LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY, LTD WILL NOT ASSUME
LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
PUNITIVE, OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED
WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS
PRODUCT. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT TO BE USED FOR
MEDICAL PURPOSES OR FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION.
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A TOY. KEEP OUT OF
CHILDREN’S REACH.
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