ALARM
This feature causes the watch to sound at a pre-set time.
Alarm Peek
You can view the alarm setting from TIME OF DAY by pressing
a button (this is much quicker than changing modes in order
to see what time the alarm is set for).
Backup Alarm
If you don't turn off alarm, then a second alarm automatically
occurs at a defined point in the future.
Date Alarm
Alarms can be set to go off on at a later discrete date.
Multiple Alarms
You can set more than one alarm.
Pop-up Alarm
When the alarm activates, the ALARM mode will appear and the
user can:
1. Turn off the alarm and the alarm display will go away,
but the alarm is still set to go off at the same time the next
day.
2. Turn off the alarm and disarm the alarm function.
3. Turn off the alarm, enter setting mode and set a new alarm.
NOTE: Regardless of the operation performed, the display will
automatically return to the mode that was in use when the alarm
became active.
Time Zone Alarm
You can set the alarm to either local time (TZ1) or an alternate
time zone (TZ2)
ANODIZED ALUMINUM
Anodization is a process, which converts the outer layer of an
aluminum case or ring to aluminum oxide, an abrasion-resistant
ceramic-like coating that is deposited electrolytically, resulting
in an exceptionally hard surface. Anodization allows a wide range
of unique colors to be possible.
ANALOG
A time display that uses hour and minute hands.
ATTACHMENT
This device wraps the watch around your wrist. Timex straps are
usually made out of leather, metal, or cloth. Also known as a
band, strap or replacement strap.
B
BAND
This device wraps the watch around your wrist. Timex straps are usually made
out of leather, metal, or cloth. Also known as an attachment, strap or replacement
strap.
BEZEL
This feature is the ring around the watch face.
BRACELET
This is a type of band, usually metal, that has a clasp that holds the watch
onto your wrist.
C
CAMBRELLE®
A comfortable synthetic fabric lining commonly used in outdoor footwear that
helps to keep skin cool, dry and comfortable. Cambrelle® resists
fungus, mildew, chafing and cracking and remains soft and "cushiony" throughout
its lifetime. Cambrelle® is a registered trademark of Camex
Fabrics Ltd.
CHRONOGRAPH
Synonym for stopwatch. This feature that allows you to record the time of an
event, to stop and start, or go back to zero with the push of a button.
Active recall
You can recall stored readings while the chronograph is
running without having to exit from the CHRONO mode.
Average Lap Time
Displays the average of all lap times taken during an event.
Auto-Start
You can set a period of time prior to which a chime will
signal the automatic start of the chronograph.
Best Lap
Displays the shortest timed lap reading from a number of
lab readings.
Capacity
Maximum accumulated time allowed for the chronograph to
run.
Lap Counter
Displays the number of lap (and split time) readings taken.
Lap Memory
Displays the number of lap (and split) time readings that
can be recalled from memory at another time.
Lap Time
Displays the time for an individual lap.
Memory Recall
You can store and recall chronograph readings.
Resolution
Displays the fractions of seconds that can be shown, such
as 1/10, 1/100 or 1/1000.
Segment Memory
You can set time and store several lap (and split times)
broken into individual events.
Split Time
The cumulative time of a number of laps from the beginning
of the event to the last lap reading.
Target Timer
You can set target times (goals) for one or all of the laps
being timed and monitor your performance against those goals.
COMPASS DIRECTIONAL RING
Features a rotating ring that can be used to determine your direction by using
the position of the sun and the time of day.
CORDURA
Type of nylon strap. Cordura® is a registered trademark of DuPont.
COUNTDOWN TIMER
This feature measures the time remaining from a preset period of time -- analogous
to a football, basketball or kitchen timer.
Capacity
This feature shows the maximum length of time that can be
set for the countdown.
Countdown/Auto Start
When the countdown timer counts to zero, the alarm sound
and the chronograph is started.
Countdown/Repeat
When the countdown timer counts to zero, the alarm sounds
and the timer repeats the countdown.
Countdown/Stop
When the set time counts down to zero, stops and signals
the alarm sound.
Interval Timer
User can set a series of countdowns which can be different
in length and then combined into a sequence that can be repeated
a number of times.
Preset Timer
Pre-programmed countdown times that can be selected by the
user (i.e. 1, 5, 10 ,15, 30 minutes).
CROWN
This is the button, located at the three o'clock position, that is used to
set watch functions.
CROWN PUSH INDIGLO® NIGHT-LIGHT
The Indiglo ® night-light function is activated when you push
the crown.
CRT: CATHODE RAY TUBE
This is the picture screen of a computer monitor.
CRYSTAL
Also known as the lens, the crystal is often made up of plastic, glass, or
mineral glass (a harder glass composite that is resistant to scratching and
breaking)
D
DATA LINK® SYSTEM
A system for wireless transfer of information from a Personal Computer (PC) to
a watch using patented Timex® technology. Information is then
displayed digitally on the watch; longer messages scroll across the bottom
of the watch face.
DIGITAL
A time display that uses numbers for hours and seconds.
E
ELAPSED TIME RING
A rotating ring that can be used to tell the minutes elapsed. Turn the ring so
that the 60 mark lines up with the current position of the minute hand. Elapsed
time can then be calculated by checking the minutes hand position against
the rotating ring.
F
FLIX™ SYSTEM
Activate
the Indiglo® night-light with a simple flick of
your wrist. No hands, no buttons and no wasted batteries.
To activate FLIX, put the watch into Night-Mode by
pressing and holding the Indiglo night-light button 3 seconds until
it beeps.
With the watch in Night-Mode, a forward "flick" of the
wrist with a sharp "stop" will activate the Indiglo night-light
for three seconds.
To avoid inadvertent activation and to conserve battery life,
FLIX is directionally oriented. ONLY MOVEMENTS IN THE DIRECTION
OF THE LENS OF THE WATCH COMBINED A SHARP STOP WILL ACTIVATE THE
INDIGLO NIGHT-LIGHT.
Movements in other directions will not activate your Indiglo night-light.
I
INDIGLO ® night
light
The Indiglo ® night-light uniformly lights the surface of the
watch dial using patented electroluminescent lighting technology.
K
KEEPERS
These devices are the two holders on a leather or cloth strap that binds the
watch to the wrist.
L
LENS
Also known as the crystal, the lens is often made up of plastic, glass, or mineral
glass (a harder glass composite that is resistant to scratching and breaking)
N
NIGHT-MODE® FEATURE
When activated, it allows you to illuminate the INDIGLO ® night-light
for 3 seconds with any button press, regardless of the mode or function. Pressing
and holding the INDIGLO button for 3 seconds can activate night-Mode. It automatically
disarm or can be de-activated manually.
NOTEBOOK ADAPTER
An adapter that allows the transfer of information from a notebook (or laptop)
computer through patented Timex® technology. The notebook
computer must also be an IBM-compatible computer (not an Apple® product).
O
OVERSIZED
DIGITS
Oversized digits are found on most digital styles in the Timex
collection. The 40% larger digits are readable at a glance, even
when on the move.
P
PROPEX®
A lightweight, water-resistant, anti-static, durable and incredibly strong polypropylene
fabric designed to resist the effects of water, weather, stains, mold and
mildew. Soft and non-abrasive, Propex® will not fade, bleed,
or crack, even when immersed in water and bleach. Propex® is
a registered trademark of Amoco Fabrics and Fibers Corporation.
PUSHERS
Also known as a buttons, pushers activate functions on a watch.
Q
QUARTZ
TIMING
Quartz crystals produce an internal vibration that provides accurate timing.
Quartz replaced mechanical movements in our Timex watches, eliminating the need
to wind daily.
QUICK-DATE®
You can set the date on the watch without turning the crown for every 24-hour
period. Just pull the stem halfway out, and turn until desired date is reached.
S
SHOCK
RESISTANCE (FTC STANDARDS)
If your watch is shock-resistant, it will be indicated on the watch face or caseback.
Timex shock resistant-watches are designed to pass the Federal Trade Commission
for shock resistance, meaning that they can withstand breakage under adverse
conditions. However, care should be taken to avoid damaging the crystal/lens.
STRAP
This device wraps the watch around your wrist. Timex straps are usually made
out of leather, metal, or cloth. Also known as an attachment, band, or replacement
strap.
T
TEMPERATURE SENSOR
This feature is an electronic thermometer that displays temperature in Fahrenheit
or Centigrade. This is useful for fishing, hunting, skiing and other outdoors
activities.
W
WATER-RESISTANCE
Your watch is water-resistant if it has the wave symbol etched into the back
of the case. Water resistance is measured and rated by depth in meters. The
tests are made by subjecting the watches to water pressure (see table below).
Depth
30 meters = 98.4 feet
50 meters = 164 feet
100 meters = 328 feet
200 meters = 656 feet
Equivalent Immersion
60 p.s.i.a.*
86 p.s.i.a.*
160 p.s.i.a.*
284 p.s.i.a.*
The watches will withstand water pressure up to their respective
ratings as long as the lens or crystal, crown or push buttons,
and case remain intact.
Even though the watch may be water resistant to a significant
depth, it is not a diver watch and should not be used for diving.Timex
strongly recommends rinsing your watch with fresh water after exposure
to salt water
NOTE: TO MAINTAIN WATER-RESISTANCE, DO NOT PRESS ANY BUTTONS UNDER
WATER UNLESS YOUR WATCH IS INDICATED AS 200 METER WATER-RESISTANT.
