Citizen H11A User manual

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This watch is a radio wave watch that receives
Japan standard radio waves
This watch is equipped with an Automatic Tuning Function that receives radio waves by
automatically selecting the station with the strongest signal, a Regular Automatic Reception
Function that sets the time and date by automatically receiving radio waves at 2:00 AM, or at 4:00
AM when radio waves are unable to be received at 2:00 AM, each day, and a Free Reception
Function that allows you set the time and date by arbitrarily receiving radio waves at any time.
●Standard time waves can only be received in Japan. (Radio waves cannot be received overseas.
●This radio wave watch can be used without concern over effects on the body or medical devices.
Please fully charge your watch
before use by exposing it to light
If the second hand of the watch is moving at 2-second intervals
during use, this means that the watch is insufficiently charged. Use
the watch after charging by referring to "General Reference for
Charging Times". Since the watch may be covered by clothing and
so forth particularly during the winter preventing it from being
exposed to light, charge the watch once a month by exposing to
direct sunlight. In order to ensure that the watch is used comfortably,
it is recommended to try to keep the watch charged at all times.

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Thank you for your purchase of this Citizen watch.
Before using the watch, read this instruction manual carefully to ensure correct use.
After reading the manual, store it in a safe place for future reference.
Visit the Citizen website (http://www.citizenwatch-global.com/) to view visual guides
for operation of your watch. Some models may be equipped with external features
(calculation scale, tachymeter, etc.). Visual guides for operation of such external features
can also be found on the website.
To check the movement number
A case number—4 alphanumeric characters and 6
or more alphanumeric characters—is engraved on
the case back. (Figure on the right)
The first 4 characters of the case number represent
the movement number of the watch. In the example
on the right, “ ” is the movement number. The engraving position may differ
depending on watch model.
Engraving position example

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Safety precautions (IMPORTANT)
This manual contains instructions that should be strictly followed at all times not only for
optimal use, but to prevent any injuries to yourself, other persons or property.
● Important instructions are categorized and depicted in this manual as follows:
● Safety advisories are categorized and depicted in this manual as follows:
DANGER Highly likely to cause death or serious injury.
WARNING Can cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION Can or will cause minor or moderate injury or damage.
Warning (caution) symbol followed by instructions that should be
followed or precautions that should be observed.
Warning (caution) symbol followed by prohibited matters.

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<Protective Stickers>
Be sure to remove any protective stickers that may be on your watch (case back, band,
clasp, etc.). Otherwise, perspiration or moisture may enter the gaps between the protective
stickers and the parts, which may result in a skin rash and/or corrosion of the metal parts.
<Band adjustment>
We recommend seeking the assistance of an experienced watch technician for sizing of
your watch. If adjustment is not done correctly, the bracelet may unexpectedly become
detached leading to loss of your watch or injury.
Consult your nearest authorized Citizen Cervice Center.

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Please check the following before
using your watch Reception
level/
Reception
result
H : High
M: Middle
L : Low
Button (A)
NO: Reception
failed
RX: Reception
in progress
* The illustrations in this instruction manual may
differ from the actual appearance of your watch.
Check the movement
of the second hand.
Charge the watch sufficiently by
placing it in direct sunlight as
indicated in “D. General Reference
for Charging Times”. ( P. 9 2 )
Second hand moving at
1-second intervals
Second hand moving at
2-second intervals or
stopped
Button (B)

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If you are unable
to receive radio waves,
please inquire to the Citizen
Consumer Help Desk at
0120-78-4807
Press button (A)
at the 4:00
position once to
check the
reception result.
Standard time
radio waves have
been received
successfully. The
watch can now be
used.
Second hand begins
to move at 1-second
intervals
Perform Free Reception
by referring to
"Free Reception".
When the second
hand indicates H,
M or L for the
reception result
When the second
hand indicates
NO for the
reception result

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Please Remember the Following About Receiving
Radio Waves
Regular Automatic Reception (Automatic reception of radio waves)
●Regular automatic reception does not require
any buttons to be pressed.
Radio waves are received at 2:00 AM each day, or
radio waves are automatically attempted to
received again at 4:00 AM when they are unable
to be received at 2:00 AM, to set the time.
<Reception Procedure>
●Take the watch off of your wrist, face the 9:00 position (location of the reception
antenna) towards the radio wave transmitter station and place the watch in a stable
location that allows radio waves to be received easily such as near a window.
<Confirmation of Reception>
You can check the reception result anytime after the regular automatic reception time.
●Press button (A) once.
• If the second hand points to "H, M or L", this indicates that radio waves have been received.
•
If the second hand points to "NO", this indicates that radio waves were unable to be received. If
the reception result is "NO", refer to the next page for the procedure for performing free reception.
RX
H
M
L
NO
7

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Free Reception (Manual reception of radio waves)
●This function allows radio waves to be received at any time.
Perform free reception when the reception environment has changed and radio waves are unable to
be received by Regular Automatic Reception.
<Reception Procedure>
●Take the watch off of your wrist, face the 9:00 position towards the radio wave transmitter
station and place the watch in a stable location that allows radio waves to be received easily
such as near a window. Do not move the watch during radio wave reception.
1. Press button (A) for at least 2 seconds, and release your finger after the second hand has stopped at
the RX (12:00) position.
2. The second hand then moves from RX to H, M or L to indicate that reception is in progress.
3. When reception is completed, the second hand returns from H, M or L and resumes 1-second interval
movement (within a maximum of 15 minutes).
[Reception in Progress] [Reception in Progress]
Reception level
(H, M or L)
RX
(reception in
progress )
Button (A)
* Refer to on
"Reception of
Radio Waves" for
further details on
the reception
procedure.
(P.72)

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General Reference for Receiving Areas
This watch is provided with an automatic tuning feature that automatically selects the
station to be used for reception of standard time radio waves. A general reference for the
areas where the watch can receive standard time radio waves is as follows. However,
reception status in these areas may vary due to the times of sunrise and sunset, seasonal
changes, weather conditions (presence of lightning, etc.). Since this map only provides a
general reference of the standard receiving areas, it may not apply in some particular
locations even within the range shown in the map.
<Radio wave transmitter station>
• Mt. Ohtakadoya standard radio wave transmitter station (Fukushima Station)
• Mt. Hagane standard radio wave transmitter station (Kyushu Station)
In Japan, standard time radio waves are broadcast continually, 24-hours a day, but may
occasionally be interrupted for maintenance purposes. To confirm standard time radio
wave transmission status, refer to the Japan Standard Time (JST) Project, on the website
of the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology
(http//jjy.nict.go.jp/).
The standard time radio wave has no effect on the human body or medical equipment.

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The standard time radio waves transmitted
from the two standard radio wave transmitter
stations in Japan are managed and operated
by the National Institute of Information and
Communications Technology based on a
cesium atomic clock reported to have an error
of only one second in 100,000 years.
Rough receivable range
Radius of about 900km

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1. Features ........................................................................................................ 68
2. How to use a specially designed crown/push button ................................ 69
Radio Wave Reception
3. For Good Reception..................................................................................... 70
4. Locations Where Reception May Be Difficult........................................... 71
5. Reception of Radio Waves........................................................................... 72
A. Position of the Second Hand During Reception .................................. 74
B. Confirmation of Reception Result ........................................................ 75
Manually Setting the Time and Date
6. Setting the Time ........................................................................................... 76
7. Setting the Date............................................................................................ 78
8. Time difference correction procedure ....................................................... 81
Checking and Correcting the Reference Position
9. Automatic Hand Correction Function....................................................... 82
10. Checking the Reference Position................................................................ 83
11. Manually Correcting the Reference Position............................................ 84
CONTENTS

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Eco-Drive
12. Charging your watch .................................................................................. 86
13. Unique Functions of Eco-Drive Watches................................................... 88
A. Power Save Function.............................................................................. 90
B. Insufficient Charge Warning Function ............................................... 91
C. Overcharging Prevention Function ...................................................... 91
D. General Reference for Charging Times ............................................... 92
E. Eco-Drive Watch Handling Precautions .............................................. 93
Troubleshooting................................................................................................... 94
Precautionary Items and Usage Limitations .................................................. 96
Warranty and Service ..................................................................................... 106
Specifications .................................................................................................. 108
Customer Support Center............................................................................... 110

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◎This watch is a radio wave watch that automatically corrects the time and date by
automatically selecting the radio wave transmitter station having the optimum reception
environment and receiving a standard time radio wave (time information) transmitted
from two radio wave transmitter stations located in Fukushima and Kyushu.
◎This watch is also an Eco-Drive radio wave watch provided with a photoelectric power
generation function that converts light energy into electrical energy to drive the watch.
It is also equipped with a power save function that reduces the power consumption of the
watch when light does not shine onto the watch dial.
◎This watch is equipped with a time difference correction function that is convenient when
using the watch overseas. This function lets you easily set the watch to the local time
when traveling to a region or country in a different time zone.
※However, this watch receives Japanese radio waves only. If no radio waves are
received, the watch operates within the product's accuracy range.
1. Features

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2. How to use a specially designed crown/push button
Unlock Lock
Screw down
crown
Rotate the crown
counterclockwise until it
releases from the case.
Push the crown in to the case.
With gentle pressure towards
the case, rotate the crown
clockwise to secure it to the
case. Be sure to tighten rmly.
Screw down
push button
Rotate the locking screw
counterclockwise,
and loosen until it stops.
Rotate the locking screw
clockwise, and tighten rmly.
Some models are equipped with a specially designed crown and/or push button to
prevent accidental operation.
Unlock the crown prior to operate your watch.
Press the button with a narrow-tipped object such as
a wooden toothpick.
<Screw down crown and screw down push button>
<Recessed buttons>

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This watch incorporates an antenna for receiving radio waves inside the watch case (at
the 9:00 position). For good reception, remove the watch from your wrist and place the
watch in a stable location that facilitates reception of radio waves such as near a window
with the 9:00 position of the watch facing in the direction of the radio wave transmitter
station. Do not move the watch while receiving radio waves.
The reception level varies depending on the
environment in which the watch is used.
Try receiving radio waves while changing the
orientation or location of the watch several
times while referring to H, M or L that
indicates the reception level of the watch.
Find the location and direction where radio
waves are received easily as indicated by
H or M for the reception level.
Radio Wave Reception
RX
H
M
L
NO
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3. For Good Reception

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It may not be possible to properly receive radio waves at locations susceptible to
generation of radio wave noise or under environmental conditions that cause difficulty in
receiving radio waves.
◆Locations subject to extremely
high or low temperatures
◆Near high-tension wires
(power lines), railroad
overhead wires or airports
(communication facilities)
◆Near a cellular
telephone in use
◆In a car, train or airplane
◆Near household electric appliances
or OA equipment such as TV sets,
refrigerators, personal computers,
fax machines, etc.
◆Inside a reinforced concrete
building, between tall buildings
or in valleys between
mountains or underground
4. Locations Where Reception May Be Difficult