Embark on an adventure with the Timex Expedition Watch, a rugged timepiece engineered for the most discerning explorers. Its robust construction, reliable performance, and intuitive design make it an indispensable companion for your outdoor endeavors. Whether you’re navigating treacherous trails or conquering towering peaks, the Timex Expedition Watch will keep you on track with unwavering precision.
To ensure that your Timex Expedition Watch remains a steadfast guide, it’s essential to set it accurately. With its comprehensive features and user-friendly interface, setting the time is a seamless process. By following a few simple steps, you can synchronize your watch with the atomic clock, ensuring it displays the correct time wherever your adventures take you.
Additionally, the Timex Expedition Watch offers advanced functionality, including an alarm, stopwatch, and countdown timer. These versatile features empower you to manage your time effectively and stay organized during your expeditions. Whether you’re planning a sunrise hike or meeting a rendezvous point, the Timex Expedition Watch provides the tools you need to maximize your time and make the most of your outdoor adventures.
Setting the Alarm Function
To set the alarm function on your Timex Expedition watch, follow these steps:
- Press and hold the MODE button until the Alarm screen appears.
- Use the START/STOP button to navigate to the hour setting.
- Press the INDIGLO button to change the hour setting.
- Press the MODE button to move to the minute setting.
- Press the INDIGLO button to change the minute setting.
- Press the MODE button to move to the AM/PM setting.
- Press the START/STOP button to toggle between AM and PM.
- Press the MODE button to save the alarm settings.
To activate the alarm:
- Ensure that the alarm time is set correctly.
- Press the ALARM ON/OFF button to turn on the alarm.
- The alarm will sound at the set time for 20 seconds.
To deactivate the alarm:
- Press the ALARM ON/OFF button to turn off the alarm.
To snooze the alarm:
- When the alarm sounds, press the MODE button to snooze the alarm.
- The alarm will sound again after 10 minutes.
- You can snooze the alarm up to seven times.
Activating the Stopwatch
To activate the stopwatch on your Timex Expedition watch, follow these steps:
- Press the top right button once to enter stopwatch mode.
- Press the bottom right button to start the stopwatch.
- Press the bottom right button again to stop the stopwatch.
- Press the top right button again to reset the stopwatch and return to timekeeping mode.
| Button | Action |
|---|---|
| Top right | Enterstopwatch mode/Resetstopwatch |
| Bottom right | Starts/ Stops stopwatch |
Additional Tips
- You can use the stopwatch to time events up to 100 hours.
- The stopwatch will continue to run in the background, even if you exit stopwatch mode.
- To view the stopwatch time while in other modes, press and hold the top right button.
Setting the Time and Date
1. Pull out the crown to the first position (one click). Rotate the crown clockwise to adjust the hour and counter-clockwise to adjust the minutes.
2. Pull out the crown to the second position (two clicks). Rotate the crown clockwise to adjust the date and counter-clockwise to adjust the month.
3. Push in the crown to the first position to save the date and month settings.
4. Pull out the crown to the second position again and rotate the crown counter-clockwise to set the day of the week.
5. Push in the crown to the first position to save all settings. To set the 12/24 hour format, pull out the crown to the second position and press the top right button. The display will show either “12” or “24”. Press the top left button to toggle between the two formats. Push in the crown to save the setting.
Utilizing the Compass Feature (if applicable)
1. Pull out the crown to the first position and rotate it counter-clockwise to bring up the compass mode.
2. The display will show a compass needle. Rotate the watch until the needle aligns with magnetic north.
3. Push in the crown to save the setting.
4. To use the compass, simply hold the watch level with the compass needle pointing towards magnetic north.
5. The bezel can be used to mark a bearing. Align the desired bearing with the “0” mark on the bezel.
6. Rotate the watch until the compass needle aligns with the “0” mark on the bezel.
7. The bearing will now be displayed in the display.
| Button | Function |
|---|---|
| Top left | Toggle between 12/24 hour format |
| Top right | Set 12/24 hour format |
| Bottom left | Select mode |
| Bottom right | Start/stop stopwatch |
Setting the Time
1. Pull the crown out to position 2.
2. Turn the crown clockwise to set the hour and counterclockwise to set the minutes.
Setting the Date
1. Pull the crown out to position 1.
2. Turn the crown clockwise to set the date.
Setting the Alarm
1. Pull the crown out to position 2.
2. Turn the crown clockwise to set the alarm hour and counterclockwise to set the alarm minutes.
Setting the Chronograph
1. Press the top button to start the chronograph.
2. Press the bottom button to stop the chronograph.
3. Press the top button again to reset the chronograph.
Setting the Compass
1. Hold the watch horizontally with the compass dial facing you.
2. Rotate the bezel until the red triangle aligns with the north indicator on the dial.
Setting the Barometer (if applicable)
1. Pull the crown out to position 3.
2. Rotate the crown clockwise to set the barometer to the current pressure.
| Altitude | Pressure (hPa) |
|---|---|
| Sea level | 1013 |
| 5000 feet | 899 |
| 10000 feet | 795 |
Using the Indiglo® Night-Light
To activate the Indiglo® night-light, press the pusher at the 4 o’clock position. The watch face will illuminate for a few seconds. To turn off the light, press the pusher again.
Adjusting the Time and Date
- Pull the crown out to the second position (one click).
- Turn the crown clockwise to set the hour.
- Pull the crown out to the third position (two clicks).
- Turn the crown clockwise to set the minutes.
- Turn the crown counterclockwise to set the month and day.
- Push the crown back in to the first position (one click) to save the settings.
Adjusting the Alarm
- Pull the crown out to the second position (one click).
- Turn the crown counterclockwise to set the hour.
- Pull the crown out to the third position (two clicks).
- Turn the crown counterclockwise to set the minutes.
- Push the crown back in to the first position (one click) to save the settings.
Setting the Timer
- Press the Mode button to enter the timer mode.
- Use the Start/Stop button to start and stop the timer.
- Use the Reset button to reset the timer.
Using the Compass
- Hold the watch level and steady.
- Turn the bezel until the arrow points north.
- To determine the direction of travel, hold the watch level and turn yourself until the arrow points to the desired direction.
Calibrating the Altimeter (if applicable)
To calibrate the altimeter, you will need to know your current altitude. You can find this information online or from a local weather station.
- Press the Mode button until the altimeter mode is selected.
- Hold down the Set button for 3 seconds.
- Use the Start/Stop button to adjust the altitude to your current altitude.
- Press the Set button to save the settings.
The altimeter will now be calibrated to your current altitude.
Using the Barometer (if applicable)
- Press the Mode button until the barometer mode is selected.
- To view the current barometric pressure, press the Start/Stop button.
- To view the barometric pressure trend, press the Set button.
Adjusting the Contrast Level
The Timex Expedition watch offers a wide range of contrast levels to ensure optimal readability in any lighting condition. To adjust the contrast, follow these steps:
- Press and hold the “Mode” button for 3 seconds.
- Press the “Start/Stop” button to scroll through the contrast levels (0-10).
- Select the desired contrast level by pressing the “Mode” button.
- Hold the “Mode” button for 3 seconds to save the settings.
The following table provides a detailed description of each contrast level:
| Contrast Level | Description |
|---|---|
| 0 | Lowest contrast level, suitable for dim lighting |
| 5 | Medium contrast level, suitable for moderate lighting |
| 10 | Highest contrast level, suitable for bright sunlight |
By adjusting the contrast level, you can customize the watch’s display to suit your specific lighting conditions and visual preferences.
10. Restoring Factory Default Settings
If you encounter persistent issues with your Timex Expedition watch, restoring factory default settings may resolve them. This process erases all custom configurations and stored data, returning the watch to its original setup.
| Steps | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Press and hold the “Mode” button for 5 seconds to enter the settings menu. |
| 2 | Use the “Start/Stop” button to navigate to the “Factory Reset” option. |
| 3 | Press the “Mode” button to confirm the reset. |
| 4 | Press the “Start/Stop” button to select “Yes” and initiate the reset. |
| 5 | The watch will display “Resetting” and reset to its factory settings. |
Note: Restoring factory default settings will erase all alarm settings, custom display configurations, and any stored lap or split times.
How To Set Timex Expedition Watch
Setting Timex Expedition Watch Time
- Pull out the crown to the first position, the time will be set now.
- Turn the crown either clockwise or anti-clockwise to move the hour hand around and set the correct time.
- After setting the time correctly, make sure to push the crown back to the normal position.
- Pull out the crown to the second position, and you will hear a small click sound.
- Turn the crown either clockwise or anti-clockwise to move the date forward or backward( depends on which ever way your turn the crown).
- After setting the date, make sure to push the crown back to normal position
Setting Timex Expedition Watch Date
People also ask about How To Set Timex Expedition Watch
How do you set the time and date on a Timex Expedition watch?
To set the time and date on a Timex Expedition watch, you will need to pull out the crown to the first position to set the time and second position to set the date. Once you have pulled out the crown, you can turn it either clockwise or anti-clockwise to move the hands or date forward or backward. After setting the time and date, make sure to push the crown back to the normal position.
How do you change the battery in a Timex Expedition watch?
To change the battery in a Timex Expedition watch, you will need to remove the back of the watch. To do this, you can use a small screwdriver or a coin to unscrew the back of the watch. Once you have removed the back of the watch, you will see the battery. You can then use a small screwdriver or your fingernail to remove the battery. To replace the battery, simply insert the new battery into the watch and screw the back of the watch back on.
How do you set the alarm on a Timex Expedition watch?
To set the alarm on a Timex Expedition watch, you will need to pull out the crown to the second position. Once you have pulled out the crown, you can turn it either clockwise or anti-clockwise to move the alarm hand forward or backward. After setting the alarm, make sure to push the crown back to the normal position.
