If you’re curious about how to change the time on your Armitron watch, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you have a digital or analog watch, we’ll guide you through the easy steps to ensure your watch displays the correct time. In this comprehensive article, we’ll cover both methods, providing clear instructions for a seamless experience.
For digital Armitron watches, the process is straightforward. Typically, you’ll find two buttons on the side of the watch, labeled “Mode” and “Set”. Start by pressing the “Mode” button until you reach the timekeeping mode. Once you’re in the correct mode, hold down the “Set” button for a few seconds until the digits on the display start flashing. Use the “Mode” button to navigate between hours, minutes, and seconds, adjusting each value with the “Set” button. Once you have set the correct time, press the “Mode” button again to exit the timekeeping mode and save your changes.
Analog Armitron watches require a slightly different approach. Begin by pulling out the crown, which is the small knob on the side of the watch. This will release the hands from the movement. Turn the crown clockwise to move the hour hand forward. When adjusting the hour hand, it’s crucial to consider the minutes to ensure accuracy. Once the hour hand is set, push the crown back into place. Next, pull out the crown again and turn it counterclockwise to move the minute hand forward. Set the minute hand to the correct position and push the crown back in to engage the movement. Your analog Armitron watch will now display the updated time.
Locating the Watch’s Crown
The crown, also known as the "winder" or "adjuster," is a small knob located on the side of your Armitron watch. It serves multiple functions, including adjusting the time and date, winding mechanical watches, and operating the stopwatch feature.
Finding the Crown
To locate the crown, carefully examine the perimeter of your watch case. Usually, it’s positioned on the right side, directly opposite the 3 o’clock or 9 o’clock position. It’s typically a small, round or oval protrusion.
Crown Styles
Armitron watches feature a variety of crown styles, including:
| Crown Type | Appearance |
|---|---|
| Push-Pull Crown | Pulls out and pushes back in |
| Screw-Down Crown | Unscrews and screws back in |
| Recessed Crown | Requires a special tool to access |
Tip: If you’re still having trouble locating the crown, consult your watch’s user manual for specific instructions.
Pulling Out the Crown
To adjust the time on your Armitron watch, you’ll need to pull out the crown. The crown is the small knob located on the side of the watch case, usually at the 3 o’clock position. It can be pulled out to three different positions:
First Position
- Pull the crown out to the first position, which is the closest to the watch case.
- This position allows you to wind the watch manually. To wind the watch, turn the crown clockwise until you feel resistance..
Second Position
- Pull the crown out to the second position, which is halfway out from the watch case.
- This position allows you to change the date. To change the date, turn the crown clockwise or counterclockwise until the correct date is displayed.
Third Position
- Pull the crown out to the third position, which is the farthest out from the watch case.
- This position allows you to change the time. To change the time, turn the crown clockwise or counterclockwise until the correct time is displayed. Once the time is set, push the crown back into the watch case to lock it in place.
| Crown Position | Function |
|—|—|
| First Position | Wind the watch |
| Second Position | Change the date |
| Third Position | Change the time |
Setting the Time
To set the time on your Armitron watch, follow these steps:
- Pull out the crown: Pull the crown out to the second position, which is the first click.
- Turn the crown: Turn the crown clockwise to move the hour hand forward and counterclockwise to move it backward.
- Set the minutes: Once you have set the hour, pull the crown out to the third position, which is the second click. Turn the crown clockwise to move the minute hand forward and counterclockwise to move it backward. You can also use the quick-set feature to advance the minute hand in one-minute intervals. To do this, hold down the top button and press the bottom button repeatedly until the correct minute is displayed.
- Push in the crown: Once the time is set correctly, push the crown back in to the initial position.
Advanced Time Setting
For some Armitron models, you may need to perform additional steps to set the time accurately:
Setting the AM/PM indicator: Some Armitron watches feature a 12-hour format with an AM/PM indicator. To set the indicator, pull out the crown to the first position and press the top button to toggle between AM and PM.
Setting the date: If your watch has a date display, you can set the date by pulling out the crown to the second position and turning it clockwise. The date will advance one day at a time.
Setting multiple time zones: Some Armitron watches allow you to set multiple time zones. To do this, pull out the crown to the third position and rotate it clockwise or counterclockwise until the desired time zone is displayed. The watch will automatically adjust to the time zone you select.
Pushing the Crown In
To change the time on an Armitron watch, you’ll need to push the crown in. The crown is the small knob on the side of the watch, usually located at the 3 o’clock position. To push the crown in, simply press on it with your fingernail or a small object.
1. Pull the Crown Out
Once you’ve pushed the crown in, you’ll need to pull it out to the second position. This will allow you to set the time.
2. Rotate the Crown
To change the hour, rotate the crown clockwise or counterclockwise. To change the minutes, rotate the crown clockwise or counterclockwise.
3. Push the Crown Back In
Once you’ve set the time, push the crown back into the watch. This will save your changes.
4. Setting the Day and Date
If your Armitron watch has a day and date display, you can set them by following these steps:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Pull the crown out to the first position. |
| 2 | Rotate the crown clockwise to set the day. |
| 3 | Rotate the crown counterclockwise to set the date. |
| 4 | Push the crown back in to save your changes. |
Setting the Time
To adjust the time, pull out the crown to the first click position. Turn the crown clockwise or counterclockwise to set the hour and minute hands to the correct time. Push the crown back into the normal position to save the settings.
Setting the Date (if Applicable)
Not all Armitron models have a date function. If yours does, follow these steps:
- Pull out the crown to the first click position.
- Turn the crown counterclockwise to set the date to the correct day.
- Push the crown back into the normal position.
Setting the Alarm (if Applicable)
Some Armitron models have an alarm function. To set the alarm:
- Pull out the crown to the second click position.
- Turn the crown clockwise or counterclockwise to set the alarm time.
- Push the crown back into the first click position.
- Pull out the crown to the third click position and turn it clockwise to activate the alarm.
- Push the crown back into the normal position.
Setting the Stopwatch (if Applicable)
To use the stopwatch function:
- Press the start/stop button to start the stopwatch.
- Press the start/stop button again to stop the stopwatch.
- Press the reset button to reset the stopwatch.
Setting the Dual Time (if Applicable)
Some Armitron models have a dual time function. To set the dual time:
- Pull out the crown to the first click position.
- Turn the crown clockwise or counterclockwise to set the dual time to the correct time.
- Push the crown back into the normal position.
| Function | Steps |
|---|---|
| Setting the time | Pull out the crown to the first click position. Turn the crown clockwise or counterclockwise to set the hour and minute hands to the correct time. Push the crown back into the normal position. |
| Setting the date (if applicable) | Pull out the crown to the first click position. Turn the crown counterclockwise to set the date to the correct day. Push the crown back into the normal position. |
| Setting the alarm (if applicable) | Pull out the crown to the second click position. Turn the crown clockwise or counterclockwise to set the alarm time. Push the crown back into the first click position. Pull out the crown to the third click position and turn it clockwise to activate the alarm. Push the crown back into the normal position. |
| Setting the stopwatch (if applicable) | Press the start/stop button to start the stopwatch. Press the start/stop button again to stop the stopwatch. Press the reset button to reset the stopwatch. |
| Setting the dual time (if applicable) | Pull out the crown to the first click position. Turn the crown clockwise or counterclockwise to set the dual time to the correct time. Push the crown back into the normal position. |
Setting the Time
To set the time on your Armitron watch, follow these steps:
- Pull out the crown to the first position.
- Turn the crown to set the hour hand to the desired hour.
- Push the crown in to the first position.
- Turn the crown to set the minute hand to the desired minute.
- Push the crown back in to the second position.
- Set the date by turning the crown clockwise.
Setting the 24-Hour Format (if Applicable)
If your watch has a 24-hour format, you can follow these steps to enable it:
- Pull out the crown to the first position.
- Press and hold the “Mode” button until the display shows “24H”.
- Release the “Mode” button.
- Push the crown back in to the second position.
To switch back to the 12-hour format, follow the same steps and select “12H” when prompted.
Setting the Alarm
To set the alarm on your Armitron watch, follow these steps:
- Pull out the crown to the first position.
- Press and hold the “Alarm” button until the display shows the alarm time.
- Release the “Alarm” button.
- Turn the crown to set the hour hand to the desired alarm hour.
- Push the crown in to the first position.
- Turn the crown to set the minute hand to the desired alarm minute.
- Push the crown back in to the second position.
Setting the Stopwatch
To set the stopwatch on your Armitron watch, follow these steps:
- Pull out the crown to the first position.
- Press and hold the “Stopwatch” button until the display shows “00:00.00”.
- Release the “Stopwatch” button.
- Press the “Start/Stop” button to start the stopwatch.
- Press the “Start/Stop” button again to stop the stopwatch.
- Press the “Reset” button to reset the stopwatch.
- Push the crown back in to the second position.
Setting the Timer
To set the timer on your Armitron watch, follow these steps:
- Pull out the crown to the first position.
- Press and hold the “Timer” button until the display shows the timer time.
- Release the “Timer” button.
- Turn the crown to set the hour hand to the desired timer hour.
- Push the crown in to the first position.
- Turn the crown to set the minute hand to the desired timer minute.
- Push the crown back in to the second position.
Setting the Countdown Timer
To set the countdown timer on your Armitron watch, follow these steps:
- Pull out the crown to the first position.
- Press and hold the “Countdown Timer” button until the display shows the countdown timer time.
- Release the “Countdown Timer” button.
- Turn the crown to set the hour hand to the desired countdown timer hour.
- Push the crown in to the first position.
- Turn the crown to set the minute hand to the desired countdown timer minute.
- Push the crown back in to the second position.
Using the Alarm Function
The Armitron watch features an alarm function that can be used to remind you of appointments, medications, or other important events.
Setting the Alarm
1. Press the “Mode” button repeatedly until the “Alarm” icon appears on the display.
2. Press the “Set” button to enter the alarm setting mode.
3. Use the “Hour” and “Minute” buttons to set the desired alarm time.
4. Press the “Set” button again to save the alarm settings.
Activating the Alarm
1. Press the “Mode” button repeatedly until the “Alarm” icon appears on the display.
2. Press the “Set” button to toggle the alarm on or off.
When the alarm is activated, the alarm icon will flash on the display and the watch will beep at the specified time.
Snoozing the Alarm
If you need a few extra minutes of sleep, you can snooze the alarm by pressing the “Snooze” button.
The alarm will sound again after 9 minutes.
Turning Off the Alarm
To turn off the alarm, press the “Mode” button repeatedly until the “Alarm” icon disappears from the display.
Alarm Settings Table
The following table summarizes the alarm settings:
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Alarm Time | The time at which the alarm will sound. |
| Alarm State | On or off. |
| Snooze Time | The amount of time between alarm activations. |
Troubleshooting Timing Issues
1. Watch is not keeping accurate time
The most common reason for a watch not keeping accurate time is a weak battery. Replace the battery and see if that solves the problem.
2. Watch is running fast or slow
If your watch is running fast or slow, it may need to be calibrated. You can usually calibrate your watch by following the instructions in the user manual.
3. Watch is not displaying the correct time after setting
If your watch is not displaying the correct time after setting, you may have set it incorrectly. Double-check the time and make sure that you are setting it in the correct time zone.
4. Watch is not displaying the correct time after DST
If your watch is not displaying the correct time after DST, you may need to manually adjust it. You can usually adjust your watch by following the instructions in the user manual.
5. Watch is not displaying the correct date
If your watch is not displaying the correct date, you may need to adjust the calendar. You can usually adjust the calendar by following the instructions in the user manual.
6. Watch is not changing months automatically
If your watch is not changing months automatically, you may need to manually adjust the calendar. You can usually adjust the calendar by following the instructions in the user manual.
7. Watch is not changing years automatically
If your watch is not changing years automatically, you may need to manually adjust the calendar. You can usually adjust the calendar by following the instructions in the user manual.
8. General troubleshooting tips
If you are having trouble with your watch, there are a few general troubleshooting tips that you can try:
| Troubleshooting Tip | Description |
|---|---|
| Reset the watch | This will clear all of the watch’s settings and restore it to its factory defaults. |
| Update the watch’s firmware | This will install the latest software updates for your watch. |
| Contact customer support | If you are still having trouble with your watch, you can contact customer support for assistance. |
Maintenance Tips for Timekeeping Accuracy
To ensure lasting timekeeping accuracy from your Armitron watch, follow these maintenance tips:
1. Battery Replacement: Replace the battery when it runs low or when the watch starts losing time. Use the correct battery type specified in the user manual.
2. Regular Cleaning: Dirt and debris can affect watch performance. Clean the exterior with a soft cloth and mild cleaner, and use a cotton swab to remove dust from the watchband.
3. Avoid Extreme Temperatures: Exposure to extreme heat or cold can distort watch components, leading to timekeeping errors.
4. Magnetic Fields: Do not expose the watch to strong magnetic fields, such as near magnets or electrical appliances, as they can magnetize watch components and affect accuracy.
5. Water Resistance: Follow the water resistance rating of your watch. Avoid submerging non-water-resistant watches in water and limit water exposure for water-resistant watches.
6. Shock and Impact: Avoid dropping or hitting the watch, as impacts can damage internal components and affect timekeeping.
7. Adjust Crown: Ensure the crown is fully pushed in or screwed down to maintain water resistance and prevent dust or debris from entering the watch.
8. Calibration: Some Armitron watches offer calibration settings. Follow the instructions in the user manual to calibrate the watch and ensure accurate timekeeping.
9. Quartz Crystal Timekeeping: Armitron watches use high-quality quartz crystal oscillators to maintain accurate time. However, factors such as temperature variations, the environment, and the battery’s condition can slightly influence accuracy over time. The watch should typically maintain an accuracy of within a few seconds per month, and regular maintenance and battery replacement can help maintain optimal timekeeping performance. As a general guide, the following table provides an approximate accuracy expectation for quartz crystal watches:
| Accuracy | Typical Deviation |
|---|---|
| High | Less than 10 seconds per year |
| Standard | 10-20 seconds per year |
10. Professional Servicing: For advanced maintenance or repairs, consider having your Armitron watch serviced by a qualified watchmaker or authorized service center to ensure proper functionality and maintain timekeeping accuracy.
Time Setting
Press the Mode button until the timekeeping mode is displayed. Press & hold the Set button for 3 seconds to enter the time setting mode. Press the Mode button to switch between hour, minute, and second settings. Use the Set button to adjust the time.
Additional Features and Functions
10. Alarm
The Armitron watch can set multiple alarms, each with different alarm times. To set an alarm, press the Mode button until the alarm mode is displayed. Press the Set button to enter the alarm setting mode. Use the Mode button to switch between hour, minute, and alarm number settings. Use the Set button to adjust the settings.
11. Stopwatch
The stopwatch function allows you to measure elapsed time. To use the stopwatch, press the Mode button until the stopwatch mode is displayed. Press the Start/Stop button to start and stop the stopwatch. Press the Reset button to reset the stopwatch to zero.
12. Timer
The timer function allows you to countdown from a specified time. To set a timer, press the Mode button until the timer mode is displayed. Press the Set button to enter the timer setting mode. Use the Mode button to switch between hour, minute, and second settings. Use the Set button to adjust the settings.
13. Dual Time
The dual time function allows you to track time in two different time zones. To set the dual time, press the Mode button until the dual time mode is displayed. Press the Set button to enter the dual time setting mode. Use the Mode button to switch between hour, minute, and time zone settings. Use the Set button to adjust the settings.
14. Date Display
The Armitron watch displays the current date. To set the date, press the Mode button until the date mode is displayed. Press the Set button to enter the date setting mode. Use the Mode button to switch between year, month, and day settings. Use the Set button to adjust the settings.
15. Backlight
The Armitron watch features a backlight for improved visibility in low-light conditions. To activate the backlight, press the Light button.
16. Water Resistance
The water resistance rating of the Armitron watch is displayed on the back of the watch. The rating indicates the depth at which the watch can withstand water pressure without damage.
17. Battery Life
The battery life of the Armitron watch depends on the model and type of battery used. The average battery life is around 1-2 years.
18. Warranty
The Armitron watch comes with a warranty period that varies depending on the model. The warranty typically covers defects in materials and workmanship.
How To Change Armitron Watch Time
To change the time on your Armitron watch, follow these steps:
- Pull out the crown to the first click position.
- Turn the crown forward to move the hour hand forward, or turn the crown backward to move the hour hand backward.
- Once the hour hand is set to the correct hour, push the crown back into place.
- Pull out the crown to the second click position.
- Turn the crown forward to move the minute hand forward, or turn the crown backward to move the minute hand backward.
- Once the minute hand is set to the correct minute, push the crown back into place.
People Also Ask About How To Change Armitron Watch Time
How do I change the date on my Armitron watch?
To change the date on your Armitron watch, follow these steps:
- Pull out the crown to the first click position.
- Turn the crown forward to move the date forward, or turn the crown backward to move the date backward.
- Once the date is set to the correct day, push the crown back into place.
How do I change the time zone on my Armitron watch?
To change the time zone on your Armitron watch, follow these steps:
- Pull out the crown to the second click position.
- Turn the crown forward to move the time zone forward, or turn the crown backward to move the time zone backward.
- Once the time zone is set to the correct zone, push the crown back into place.
How do I reset my Armitron watch?
To reset your Armitron watch, follow these steps:
- Remove the back of the watch.
- Locate the reset button on the back of the watch.
- Use a small object, such as a toothpick or a paperclip, to press the reset button.
- Replace the back of the watch.
