Watch Catalogue 2007-2008 Contents SEIKO History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 The SEIKO Website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 About this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Water Resistance Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Abbreviations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Premier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Sportura . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Arctura . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Coutura . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 KineticTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Perpetual Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 World Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Alarm Chronograph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Chronograph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Diver's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 50 Metre Gents Bracelet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 50 Metre Gents Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 100 Metre Gents Bracelet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Gents Dress Bracelet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Gents Dress Strap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 100 Metre, 50 Metre Ladies Strap and Bracelet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Ladies Dress Bracelet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Ladies Dress Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Stopwatch Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Stopwatches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 SEIKO KineticTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Calibre Function Matrix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Battery Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Service Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Service Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 3 Seiko History 1881 Establishment by Kintaro Hattori of K Hattori & Co Ltd, predecessor of today's SEIKO Corporation 1892 Foundation of Seikosha clock supply factory Production of wall clocks begins 1895 Production of fob watches begins 1899 Production of alarm clocks begins 1902 Production of table clocks and musical clocks begins 1913 Production of the first wristwatch made in Japan 1924 SEIKO brand first used on watches 1955 Introduction of Japan's first self-winding wristwatch 1958 Introduction of quartz clocks for broadcasting use 1959 Introduction of transistorised table clocks 1969 Introduction of SEIKO Astron, world's first quartz watch (35SQ) 1972 Introduction of world's first ladies' quartz watch 1973 Introduction of world's first LCD quartz watch with six-digit digital display 1975 Introduction of world's first multi-functional digital watch 1976 Introduction of world's first quartz alarm clock 1978 Introduction of world's first very-fine adjusted ultra-accurate twin quartz watch 1979 Introduction of Pulsar brand 1982 Introduction of world's first TV watch Introduction of Lorus brand Introduction of world's first watch with sound-recording functions 1984 Introduction of world's first watch with computer functions 4 Seiko History 1988 Introduction of quartz watch with sweep second hand Introduction of quartz watch powered by the wearer's movement, requiring no batteries Introduction of world's first intelligent analogue quartz watch with alarm, chronograph and timer functions controlled by an IC "computer on a chip" 1990 Introduction of the SEIKO Scubamaster, world's first computerised diver's watch to incorporate a dive table Introduction of the SEIKO Receptor Message Watch with FM paging function 1991 Introduction of the SEIKO Perpetual Calendar with world's first "future proof calendar" 1992 SEIKO serves as Official Timer of the Barcelona Olympic Summer Games 1994 Introduction of SEIKO KineticTM series 1997 Introduction of SEIKO KineticTM Arctura 1998 SEIKO serves as Official Timer of the Nagano Olympic Winter Games in Japan 1999 Introduction of SEIKO KineticTM Auto Relay Introduction of SEIKO Perpetual Calendar with time zone correction function 2001 Introduction of brand concepts Premier, Sportura, Vivace, Presage, and Rivoli 2002 SEIKO serves as Official Timer of the Salt Lake City Olympic Winter Games in the United States of America 2003 Introduction of Arctura KineticTM Chronograph 7L22 2005 Introduction of the world's first Perpetual Calendar KineticTM Introduction of SEIKO Spring DriveTM 2006 SEIKO Spring DriveTM voted watch of the year on timezone.com 2007 Introduction of SEIKO Kinetic Direct Drive 5 The Seiko Website The SEIKO website is designed to provide customers, retailers and consumers with instant access to information about SEIKO. Log onto www.seiko.com.au and click the following links to find out all there is to know about the world's leading watch manufacturer. About Us ­ Discover SEIKO's history from humble beginnings in 1881 and the rise that carried SEIKO to new heights and international renown. Learn about corporate structure, global networks and SEIKO's extensive involvement in sports timing. Corporate ­ This section outlines specialised Products ­ Learn more about the SEIKO Premium Collection or explore the entire SEIKO product range. services that include the printing of company logos on the dial of a watch or clock, engraving and personalised messages, as well as customised packaging and more. Support ­ Designed with retailers in mind, this section provides service information, instruction manuals you can download and `frequently asked questions' to aid in trouble shooting, procedures for sending back repairs for prompt and efficient service. 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Please send any comments you have to info@seiko.com.au, all feedback is welcome. www.seiko.com.au 6 About This Guide Advertised model Solar New release model SS 100 Stainless steel case Water resistance TI Titanium Mines approved SNA763P $650 ALARM CHRONOGRAPH SSHCWR (10 BAR) XL CURVED HARDLEX GLASS B/R 35A5PG CAL 7T62 Reference number and price Watch type Case material (refer to Abbreviations page) Glass type Band reference Calibre Number 7 Water Resistance Usage 50 100 150 200 200 DIVERS DIVERS EVERYDAY LIFE (International Standard ISO 2281) Recommended Usage Splash Resistant Rain Resistant SWIMMING/WATERSPORTS (International Standard ISO 2281) Recommended Usage Water-related Work Swimming Watersports (Snorkelling, Surfing, etc) DIVING (International Standard ISO 6425) Recommended Usage Scuba Diving Saturation Diving 8 Abbreviations AHC ASG ALSGP ATI FRP GPDP GPHC HC HGC LSGP MSSGP PDP SGP SS SSGP SSHC TGP.MGPHC TGP.MSSGP TGPDP TGPTI.TI THC THC.BTI THGMCETIHG All Hard Coat case and back All SEIKO Gold Plated case All Light SEIKO Gold Colour Plated case All Titanium case Fibre Reinforced Plastic Combined SGP and PDP middle with bezel and SS back Combined SGP and HC middle with bezel and SS back Hard Coating SS middle with bezel and SS back Hard Gold Coating middle with bezel and SS back Light colour SGP SS bezel, combined SS and SGP middle and SS back Palladium plated middle with bezel and SS back SEIKO Gold Plated case and SS back Stainless Steel case Combined SS and SGP middle with bezel and SS back Combined SS and HC middle with bezel and SS back SGP bezel, SGP and HC middle and SS back SGP bezel, combined SS and SGP middle and SS back Combined SGP and PDP bezel, SS middle and SS back Combined TI and SGP bezel, TI middle and TI back HC bezel, SS middle and SS back HC bezel, BTI (Bright Titanium) middle and BTI back HGC bezel, combined Ceramics, TI and HGC middle and combined Ceramics, TI and HGC back Titanium PDP bezel, SS middle and SS back Combined SS and SGP case and SS back Combined SS and SGP bezel, SS middle and SS back Combined SS and HC bezel, SS middle and SS back Combined TI and HC bezel, TI middle and TI back Water Resistant Lumibrite hands and hour markers TI TPDP TSGP TSSG ...