Trume TR-MB8 User manual

TRUME
WATCH
MODEL:TR-MB8
Accessory
MODEL:MB00

Product Features
GPS wave watch functionality (SATELLITELINK)
Accurately adjust your watch to the
correct time based on GPS satellite
waves. Note that you will still need to
adjust for DST (summer time) manually.
Solar charge your watch when exposed to light (LIGHT CHARGE)
You can charge your watch by casting
solar or fluorescent light on the dial
plate.
Make sure to keep exposing the dial
plate to light where possible as it may
take a while to build up a sufficient
charge once the remaining battery
supply runs out.
Altimeter/barometer functions using an air pressure sensor
The air pressure sensor installed inside the device enables altitude and air
pressure readings.
Azimuth meter function using a magnetic sensor
The magnetic sensor installed inside the device makes it easy to check for north.
Measurement functions using external sensors (accessory)
Use the product accessory to measure the UV index, temperature, the number of
steps taken and used calories.

Simple navigation functions using GPS satellite waves and the
magnetic sensor
Use GPS satellite waves to acquire positional information and establish the
direction and linear distance from your current location to a previously set home
point (goal point). (User’s Guide)

Notes Before Use
Cautions for Use
Please read through the contents of this product manual before using
this product to use it in a safe manner.
Using this product in a manner other than that described in this manual
could lead to product failures and accidents.
Signs Used in this Manual
This product manual uses the following signs to express warnings
concerning dangerous use and handling of this product in order to
prevent harm to the customer and other persons, or damage to property
before they occur. Please read this manual with a complete
understanding of what each of these signs mean.
Danger
This sign indicates instances where ignoring this sign and
handling the product in an erroneous manner brings with it
impending risks to life and limb.
Warning
This sign indicates instances where ignoring this sign and
handling the product in an erroneous manner could lead
to the loss of life or serious injury.
Caution
This sign indicates instances where ignoring this sign and
handling the product in an erroneous manner could lead
to injury or property damage.
Indicates matters
(instructions/actions) that
must be adhered to.
Indicates actions that must
not be performed under any
circumstances (prohibited
actions).
Indicates cautions regarding
this product.
Indicates cautions regarding
the product accessory.

Cautions for Use
Warning
Do not use this product when damaged.
Doing so may lead to injury, product failure or fire. Stop
use and bring this product into a repairs center under the
following circumstances.
• When the watch or the watch band has sharpened due to
corrosion or some other factor
• When the pin on the watch band has come off
Do not leave this product or product parts within the
reach of small children.
• Small children touching this product or product accessory
may result in injury, and may cause allergies,
inflammation or other issues.
If an injury or skin abnormalities occur, consult a specialist
doctor immediately.
• Accidentally ingesting product parts may cause negative
physical effects.
If product parts are accidentally ingested, consult a
specialist doctor immediately.
Do not attempt to disassemble or repair this product
yourself.
Doing so may lead to electric shock or other accidents.
Do not use when scuba diving or when saturation
diving.
Doing so may lead to accidents or damage to the product.
Use a watch designed for diving when scuba diving or
saturation diving.

Caution
Carefully wipe off any moisture, sweat or grime
adhered to this product.
• Continuing to use this product while moisture, sweat,
grime or other impurities are on this product may result in
itching, inflammation, or other conditions.
If skin abnormalities occur, immediately stop use and
consult a specialist doctor.
• Leaving moisture, sweat, grime or other impurities on this
product may result in reduced waterproofing functionality.
--
Cover this product with a soft cloth or other similar
material when removing this product.
Removing this product and placing it down as is may result
in the back cover scratching against the watch band or
fastening strap, causing damage to the back cover of the
watch.
--
Do not attempt to adjust the metal band yourself.
Doing so may lead to an injury.
Adjusting the metal band requires specialist knowledge and
technical skills. Please inquire with the place of purchase if
such adjustments are required.
Immediately stop using this product if skin
abnormalities occur.
Allergies or skin itching, inflammation, etc. may occur
depending on how this product is used.
If skin abnormalities occur, immediately stop using this
product and consult a specialist doctor.
--
Make sure that the accessory attachment clip is
securely fastened.
A loose clip may result in product damage or injury.

Caution
Do not store or leave in the following locations.
• Places with extreme temperature/humidity changes
• Places with extremely high temperatures, low tempera-
tures, or high humidity
• Places with volatile materials
• Places with large amounts of soot and dust
• Places with an open flame
• Places with strong vibration
• Places susceptible to magnetism and static electricity
Doing so may lead to electric shock or fires. This may also
result in unsatisfactory product performance or product
failure.
Charging and Battery-related Cautions
Danger
--
Do not store or leave batteries within the reach of small
children.
Accidentally ingesting batteries, or touching leaking battery
fluid or having it enter your eyes or mouth may cause
negative physical effects.
If product parts are accidentally ingested, consult a
specialist doctor immediately.
Warning
--
When replacing batteries make sure that + and - sides
of the battery are facing the right way.
Forcing a battery in the wrong direction may cause the
battery to crack and battery fluid to leak, and could cause a
fire or an injury.
Follow the instructions provided by your local
municipality when disposing of any batteries used in
the accessory.

Warning
--
Do not take out the rechargeable battery inside this
product.
Using a regular silver oxide battery with this product may
result in cracking, heat buildup and fires.
Replacing the rechargeable battery requires specialist
knowledge and technical skills. Please inquire with the
place of purchase if the battery needs replacing.
Do not charge this product while under incandescent
light or a spotlight, or on the dashboard of a car.
Doing so can cause the product to overheat, damaging the
product.
--
Do not keep or leave batteries in locations where they
could overheat, and do not put them in fires.
Doing so can cause a battery to burst, causing a fire or
injuries.
Cautions Regarding Water-proofing
The water-proofing specifications for this product are as follows.
Watch
10 atm wa-
ter-proofing
WATER
RESISTANT
10BAR
Can be used during water sports (swimming, fishing,
yachting, etc.) and free diving (skin diving).
Accessory
Drip-
proof
Can be used in inclement weather and other environments
susceptible to splashes and sprays of water.
Warning
--
Check that the battery cover is securely closed before
using the accessory.
This product cannot exhibit effective water-proofing perfor-
mance if the battery cover is not closed.
The customer is responsible for ensuring that the
battery cover is securely closed when replacing the
battery for the accessory.

Warning
--
Do not use the winding crown or other buttons on this
product while it is submerged in water or while wet.
Doing so may degrade water-proofing performance or lead
to product failure.
Do not directly expose this product or the accessory to
water from a water faucet.
A characteristic of tap water is its extremely high water
pressure which can degrade the water-proofing
performance of even highly water-resistant products.
Do not use this product or the accessory while bathing
or while in a sauna.
Doing so may degrade water-proofing performance, or lead
to rusting or product failure.
--
Do not use the accessory while in water. Do not leave
the accessory for extended periods of time when wet.
Doing so may degrade water-proofing performance or lead
to product failure.
Do not wash the accessory with water.
Doing so may cause damage to the accessory.
Do not remove the packing for the accessory battery
cover.
Do not allow the packing for the accessory battery
cover to become dirty, or directly touch the packing.
Damaging or deforming the packing may reduce
water-proofing performance or cause damage.
If the packing has been damaged or deformed,
immediately stop use and bring this product into a repairs
center.
Do not open and close the accessory battery cover
with wet hands. Do not open and close the accessory
battery cover while in water or while wet.
Doing so may degrade water-proofing performance or lead
to product failure.

Electromagnetic Wave-related Cautions
This product is equipped with Bluetooth®technology. This only functions
to transmit waves with the accessory packaged with this product.
This product has been authorized for use as a low power data
communications system according to the Radio Act. Therefore, a wireless
station license is not required to use this product.
However, be aware that the following acts may be punishable by law.
• Disassembling or modifying this product
• Removing product certification and authentication numbers
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Frequencies
This product uses frequencies between 2.402GHz to 2.480GHz.
Note that other wireless devices may use the same frequency. Be aware
of the following matters when using this product to avoid interference
with other wireless devices.
■
Notes Regarding the Use of Wireless Communications
This product operates on the 2.4GHz frequency band.
This frequency band is used by microwaves and other industrial,
scientific and medical devices, private mobile object identification radio
stations used in factory manufacturing lines (wireless stations that
require a license), specified low power radio stations (wireless stations
that do not require a license), and amateur radio stations (wireless
stations that require a license).
1 Before using this product check for any private mobile object
identification radio stations, specified low power radio stations or
amateur radio stations used in the area.

2 If there are instances of harmful radio wave interference with a private
mobile object identification radio station immediately either change the
frequency band in use or stop transmitting radio waves, and then use
the “Inquiries” form to consult with the customer inquiries center on
potential interference avoidance measures, etc. that can be pursued
(for example, establishing partitions, etc.).
3 Additionally, if issues with harmful interference with specified mobile
object identification low power radio stations and amateur radio
stations arise, contact the customer inquiries center using the
“Inquiries” form.

Warning
If skin abnormalities occur, immediately stop use and
consult a specialist doctor.
In airplanes, hospitals and other areas where use may
be restricted, follow the instructions provided on-site
(via in-flight announcements, etc.) with regard to use.
Do not bring this product into surgery rooms,
intensive care units, etc., and do not use this product
near electric medical equipment.
Radio waves from this product may negatively affect the
use of electric medical equipment, leading to malfunctions
and accidents.
Caution
Follow the instructions and cautions provided with
implantable medical devices when using this product.
Radio waves from this product may negatively affect
cardiac pacemakers and other implantable medical
devices.
Measurement-related Cautions
Caution
Users are responsible for acting on their own
discretion with regard to the use of this product’s
measurement functions.
This product is not a specialized measuring instrument.
Measurement results and simple navigation functions may
differ from actual values or circumstances at hand. Further,
accurate measurements may not be possible depending on
GPS signal reception and pressure, altitude, temperature
or other environmental factors.
Use the measurement and simple navigation functions
provided with this product as a guide.
We cannot accept responsibility for any damages incurred
by the customer or a third party due to the use of this
product.

Caution
Do not use this product when devices that generate
magnetic fields are nearby, or in areas where there is a
strong magnetic field.
This may stop clock functions and prevent accurate
measurements. This could also cause damage to the
product.
Do not use this product in environments where rapid
changes in altitude are experienced (in tall buildings,
and in sports that involve rapid changes in elevation in
a short period of time, etc.).
Rapid environmental changes may prevent accurate
measurements.
Refer to the User’s Guide for cautions regarding each measuring mode.
Product Usage Restrictions and Taking this Product
Outside Japan
Be aware that certain countries and regions prohibit the use of
Bluetooth®by law.
Visit our website before using this product to find a list of countries where
Bluetooth® use is permitted.
<URL: Link TBD>
• Using this product in countries that do not permit use may be
punishable by law.
• Bluetooth®communications may be intercepted by a third party either
intentionally or unintentionally.

Preparation
1. Confirm Packaged Contents
Please confirm the contents of the product package purchased.
Please contact the place of purchase if there are items missing or if
defects are found. We apologize for the inconvenience caused.
□Reference manual (this
manual)
□Warranty
□Watch
□Accessory
2. Remove the Protective Seal
Remove the protective seal on the product (back cover) and the
accessory (front surface) before use.
Using this product with the protective seal in place may cause sweat,
grime, moisture or other impurities to build up, causing rust. When left on
the accessory you may not be able to perform measurements.

3 sec.
3. Remove Flight Mode
This product has been shipped in Flight Mode ( ) as required under the
provisions of the Civil Aeronautics Act.
If this product has been set to Flight Mode when purchasing the product,
turn off Flight Mode before using the product.
How to turn off Flight Mode: Hold down the “A” button (around
three seconds)
When Flight Mode is turned off the indicator hand will point to the remaining battery
level.
Reference
When set to Flight Mode you will no longer be able to receive GPS waves,
communicate with the accessory or use sensor functions, etc.

Screw lock
winding
crown
Center hand Minute hand
Bezel
Displays the unit’s and ten’s
place during measurements
Dial ring
Gradations used for measurements
Displays the time zone
Hour hand
Displays results
[Y] Success
[N] Failure
Numbers
Unit for tens of thousands when
measuring steps
Number of satellites used for
capture when receiving GPS data
Measurement value symbols
DST (summer time) settings
Barometric tendency
display range
Short
seconds hand
Basic Operations
C
B
A
Names of Each Part and How to Use Them
Watch
The dial plate may vary depending on the model of watch.

Numbers
Short hand:
Unit for thousands when
performing measurements
Long hand:
Unit for hundreds when
performing measurements
Measuring hand (short hand)
Measuring hand (long hand)
Mode
[TIME] Clock mode
[ALT] Altimeter mode
[COM] Compass mode
[BAR] Barometric
pressure
mode
[ACC] Accessory mode
Flight Mode
Currently working
Calendar
Remaining battery
level
Mode hand
Indicator hand

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Using the Screw Lock Winding Crown
The winding crown uses a screw-type lock mechanism. Unlock/set the
lock in the following manner.
Important
Make sure to lock the winding crown again once adjustments are complete.
Continuing to use the watch while the winding crown is unlocked may degrade
water-proofing performance and lead to product failure.
Removing the lock
Rotate the winding crown to
the left
(Until the winding crown
pops out)
Locking the winding crown
Press the winding crown in and
rotate it to the right
(Fasten securely)

Removing the lock on the winding crown allows you to pull out and rotate
the winding crown.
Pulling out The winding crown is pulled out in two stages.
Each stage results in a different action.
012
Rotating Quickly move the hand forwards or backwards by rapidly
turning the winding crown.
To stop this, either turn the winding crown once more, or
rotate it in the opposite direction.
Pushing back Push the winding crown into the watch to return it to its
original state.
Wireless Functions
Press and release the “C” button while the watch is in [ACC] mode to
begin transmission with the accessory.
Press and release the “C” button once more to stop transmission.

Attachment
clip
UV reading
window
Mode
“Mode”
button
“On/Off”
button
Battery
replacement
required
sign
Metal hook
3 sec.
Accessory
■
Accessory Power On/Off
Press and hold the “On/Off” button on the accessory (around three
seconds).
Power On One of the modes lights up for around two seconds.
Power Off All modes flash three times.
Turning the power off will stop all functions, including the wireless
communications function.
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