Adjusting the time on your Armitron watch is a simple task that can be completed in a few easy steps. Whether you’re setting the time for the first time or simply adjusting it for daylight saving time, following these instructions will ensure that your watch is always displaying the correct time. Before you begin, make sure that you have a small, pointed object, such as a pen or a toothpick, on hand. You will also need to know the correct time, either by looking at a reliable time source or by using a timekeeping app on your phone.
First, locate the small button on the side of your watch. This button is usually located near the 2 o’clock or 4 o’clock position. Once you have found the button, press and hold it down for a few seconds. This will cause the second hand to stop moving and the digital display to start flashing. Next, use the pointed object to adjust the hour and minute hands to the correct time. Be careful not to overwind the hands, as this can damage the watch. Once you have set the correct time, release the button and the watch will start running again.
If your Armitron watch has a digital display, the process for adjusting the time is slightly different. First, press the “Mode” button until you reach the timekeeping mode. Then, use the “Up” and “Down” buttons to adjust the hour and minute digits. Once you have set the correct time, press the “Mode” button again to exit the timekeeping mode. Your watch will now be displaying the correct time.
Setting the Time Manually
To set the time manually on your Armitron watch, follow these steps:
- Locate the crown: The crown is the small knob on the side of the watch case. It is usually located at the 3 o’clock position.
- Pull out the crown: Gently pull the crown out to the first position. This will stop the watch from running.
- Turn the crown: Turn the crown clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the hour and minute hands. Note that some Armitron watches have a separate hand for seconds, which can be adjusted by turning the crown in a different direction.
- Push the crown back in: Once the time is set, push the crown back into the watch case. The watch will start running again.
| Crown Position | Function |
|---|---|
| Normal | Running |
| Pulled out one click | Stop running, adjust hour and minute hands |
Using the Digital Crown
Adjusting the time on an Armitron watch with a digital crown is a simple process. Before you begin, ensure that the watch is in time mode by pressing the corresponding button.
1. Locate the digital crown situated on the side of the watch. It is usually a small, protruding knob or wheel.
2. Gently turn the crown **clockwise** to **advance the hour hand** by one hour. Turn the crown **counterclockwise** to **decrease the hour hand** by one hour.
3. Once the correct hour is set, pull out the crown one level (some models require two levels).
4. Turn the crown **clockwise** to **advance the minute hand** by one minute. Turn the crown **counterclockwise** to **decrease the minute hand** by one minute.
5. Once the correct minutes are set, push the crown back into its normal position. The time is now set successfully.
| Function | Direction |
|---|---|
|
Hour Adjustment |
Clockwise to increase, Counterclockwise to decrease |
|
Minute Adjustment |
Clockwise to increase, Counterclockwise to decrease |
| Button | Function |
|---|---|
| Up Button | Increase the hour or minute value |
| Down Button | Decrease the hour or minute value |
| Mode Button | Switch between “HR” (hour) and “MIN” (minute) modes |
Hold the Up Button or Down Button to make the values change continuously, or press it repeatedly for incremental adjustments.
Saving the Time Zone
After adjusting the correct time zone, press the “ADJ” or “SET” button again to save the settings.
The watch will automatically switch to the selected time zone and display the correct time.
Adjusting for Daylight Saving Time
When Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins or ends, you’ll need to adjust your Armitron watch by one hour. Here’s how:
- Pull the crown out to the second click.
- Turn the crown clockwise to advance the hour hand by one hour.
- Push the crown back in to the first click.
- Your watch is now set to the correct time for DST.
Additional Notes for DST Adjustment
- When DST begins in the spring, you’ll “spring forward” by advancing the time by one hour.
- When DST ends in the fall, you’ll “fall back” by turning the time back by one hour.
- Not all countries observe DST. Check your local regulations to determine if DST applies to your region.
- Some Armitron watches have an automatic DST adjustment feature. If your watch has this feature, it will automatically adjust the time for DST without any manual intervention.
Setting the Stopwatch
To use the stopwatch function, press the “Mode” button until the stopwatch icon appears on the display. The stopwatch will start running immediately.
To stop the stopwatch, press the “Stop/Reset” button. To reset the stopwatch, press the “Stop/Reset” button again.
To split the stopwatch, press the “Split/Reset” button. This will stop the stopwatch and record the current time as a split time. To resume the stopwatch, press the “Split/Reset” button again.
Checking Split Times
To check the split times, press the “Mode” button until the “Split” screen appears. The split times will be displayed in a list. To clear the split times, press the “Stop/Reset” button.
| Button | Function |
|---|---|
| Mode | Cycles through modes (time, stopwatch, alarm, timer) |
| Start/Stop | Starts and stops the stopwatch |
| Reset | Resets the stopwatch |
| Split | Records a split time |
Using the Alarm
To use the alarm, you will need to first set the time. To do this, press and hold the “Mode” button until the “Alarm” icon appears on the display. Then, use the “Start/Stop” and “Reset” buttons to set the hour and minute for the alarm. Once the time is set, press the “Mode” button again to save the settings.
To activate the alarm, press the “Alarm On/Off” button. The alarm will sound at the set time and will continue to sound for 20 seconds. To stop the alarm, press the “Start/Stop” button.
You can also set the alarm to snooze. To do this, press the “Snooze” button when the alarm is sounding. The alarm will then sound again in 10 minutes. You can snooze the alarm up to 9 times.
To turn off the alarm completely, press the “Alarm On/Off” button again.
Setting the Alarm Time
To set the alarm time, follow these steps:
- Press and hold the “Mode” button until the “Alarm” icon appears on the display.
- Use the “Start/Stop” and “Reset” buttons to set the hour and minute for the alarm.
- Press the “Mode” button again to save the settings.
| Button | Function |
|---|---|
| Start/Stop | Sets the hour and minute for the alarm. |
| Reset | Toggles between hour and minute setting. |
| Mode | Saves the settings and exits alarm mode. |
Setting the Blinking Indicator
To set the blinking indicator, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the “Mode” button until the blinking indicator appears on the display.
2. Press the “Hour” button to select the desired hour.
3. Press the “Minute” button to select the desired minute.
4. Press the “Second” button to confirm the time.
5. Press and hold the “Mode” button to exit the time-setting mode.
6. The blinking indicator will now flash every second.
7. To turn off the blinking indicator, press and hold the “Start/Stop” button for three seconds.
The blinking indicator is primarily designed to be used in settings where the user may need a visual indication of the passing time. For example, it can be used to track the remaining time during a workout or to remind the user of an important event.
| Indicator Status | Indication |
|---|---|
| Blinking | Indicates that the watch is in the time-setting mode or that the blinking indicator has been activated. |
| Not Blinking | Indicates that the watch is in the normal timekeeping mode or that the blinking indicator has been deactivated. |
Calibrating the Time
Once you’ve set the time and date on your Armitron watch, you may need to calibrate it to ensure it remains accurate. To calibrate the time:
- Press the “Mode” button until the timekeeping mode is displayed.
- Hold down the “Adjust” button until the seconds start flashing.
- Release the “Adjust” button and immediately press it again to zero the seconds.
- Use the “Forward” or “Back” buttons to adjust the minutes and hours.
- Once the time is set, hold down the “Adjust” button for 2 seconds to save the changes.
- Press the “Mode” button to exit the timekeeping mode.
Advanced Calibration (For analog watches only):
- Follow steps 1-3 from the previous instructions.
- Hold down the “Forward” or “Back” button for 5 seconds to enter the advanced calibration mode.
- The hour hand will move to the 12 o’clock position.
- Press the “Forward” or “Back” button to adjust the hour hand.
- Once the hour hand is set, press the “Adjust” button to move to the minute hand.
- Use the “Forward” or “Back” buttons to adjust the minute hand.
- Once the minute hand is set, press the “Adjust” button to set the second hand.
- Press the “Mode” button to exit the advanced calibration mode.
Note: If your Armitron watch is a digital watch, you will not have the option for advanced calibration.
Resetting the Watch
If your Armitron watch is not displaying the correct time, you can reset it by following these steps:
- Locate the reset button on the back of the watch.
- Use a paperclip or other small object to press and hold the reset button for about 5 seconds.
- The watch will display “RESET” on the screen.
- Press the reset button again to confirm the reset.
- The watch will now be reset to the factory default settings.
9. Time Zones and Daylight Saving Time (DST)
If you are traveling to a different time zone, you can adjust your watch’s time zone by following these steps:
| Time Zone | DST |
|---|---|
| Eastern Time (ET) | Yes |
| Central Time (CT) | Yes |
| Mountain Time (MT) | Yes |
| Pacific Time (PT) | Yes |
| Alaska Time (AK) | No |
| Hawaii Time (HST) | No |
- Press and hold the mode button (usually located on the side of the watch) until the time zone mode is displayed.
- Use the up or down buttons to scroll through the time zones until the correct time zone is displayed.
- Press the mode button again to confirm the time zone change.
- If the watch is in DST mode, the DST indicator will be displayed on the screen.
- To turn DST on or off, press and hold the DST button (usually located on the side of the watch) until the DST indicator is displayed or hidden.
Time Adjustment
For analog watches, locate the crown at the side of the watch and pull it out. Turn the crown clockwise to adjust the hour and minute hands. You may need to press the crown back in slightly to adjust the second hand.
For digital watches, press and hold the “Mode” or “Set” button until the time starts flashing. Use the “+” or “-” buttons to adjust the time. Press the “Mode” or “Set” button again to save the changes.
Troubleshooting Timekeeping Issues
1. The watch is running fast
- The watch may be magnetized. To demagnetize it, place it on a wooden table and tap it lightly with a hammer for a few minutes.
- The watch may be dirty. Open the case and clean the movement with a soft brush.
- The battery may be weak. Replace the battery.
2. The watch is running slow
- The watch may be magnetized. To demagnetize it, place it on a wooden table and tap it lightly with a hammer for a few minutes.
- The watch may be dirty. Open the case and clean the movement with a soft brush.
- The watch may have a loose balance wheel. Take it to a watchmaker to have it repaired.
3. The second hand is jumping
- The watch may be magnetized. To demagnetize it, place it on a wooden table and tap it lightly with a hammer for a few minutes.
- The watch may be dirty. Open the case and clean the movement with a soft brush.
4. The watch is not keeping time
- The watch may be magnetized. To demagnetize it, place it on a wooden table and tap it lightly with a hammer for a few minutes.
- The watch may be dirty. Open the case and clean the movement with a soft brush.
- The battery may be weak. Replace the battery.
- The watch may have a broken or damaged movement. Take it to a watchmaker to have it repaired.
How to Change Armitron Watch Time
1. Start by pulling the crown outward to the first click. This will stop the second hand from moving.
2. Turn the crown clockwise to move the hour hand forward. Turn it counterclockwise to move the hour hand backward.
3. Pull the crown out to the second click. This will allow you to change the minute hand.
4. Turn the crown clockwise to move the minute hand forward. Turn it counterclockwise to move the minute hand backward.
5. Push the crown back in to the first click. This will start the second hand moving again.
6. Push the crown back in to the final position. This will lock the crown in place.
People Also Ask
How do I set the time on my Armitron digital watch?
Depress the small button below 6:00 to display the seconds. Press the bottom button below 2:00 to clear the flashing seconds to 00. Press the crown to advance the hours and press the bottom button below 2:00 to advance the minutes.
How do I change the battery in my Armitron watch?
Flip the watch over and locate the four small screws on the back of the case. Use a small screwdriver to remove the screws and lift off the back of the case. Remove the old battery and insert the new battery, making sure that the positive (+) side of the battery is facing up. Replace the back of the case and tighten the screws.
