MA2404-EB © 2023 CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.

Operation Guide 3525

ENGLISH About This Manual
Congratulations upon your selection of this CASIO watch. x Depending on the model of your watch, display text
appears either as dark figures on a light background or
To ensure that this watch provides you with the years of service for which it is light figures on a dark background. All sample displays
designed, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual, especially the in this manual are shown using dark figures on a light
information under “Operating Precautions” and “User Maintenance”. background.
x Button operations are indicated using the letters shown
in the illustration.
x Note that the product illustrations in this manual are
intended for reference only, and so the actual product
may appear somewhat different than depicted by an
illustration.

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Contents Timer .............................................................................................................. EN-14

To set the countdown time .........................................................................EN-14
About This Manual .......................................................................................... EN-1 To use the countdown timer .......................................................................EN-15
General Guide .................................................................................................. EN-4 To switch auto repeat timing on and off .....................................................EN-16
Timekeeping .................................................................................................... EN-6 Stopwatch...................................................................................................... EN-18
To set the time and date ...............................................................................EN-6 To measure elapsed time............................................................................EN-18
To enable or disable Flash Alert....................................................................EN-9 To record split times ..................................................................................EN-19
To time first and second place finishes.......................................................EN-19
Alarm .............................................................................................................. EN-10
To set the alarm time ..................................................................................EN-11 Specifications ................................................................................................ EN-20
To stop the alarm .......................................................................................EN-13 Operating Precautions .................................................................................. EN-23
To switch an alarm and Hourly Time Signal on and off ...............................EN-13 User Maintenance ......................................................................................... EN-33

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General Guide x After you perform an operation in any mode, pressing C returns to the
Timekeeping Mode.
x Press C to change from mode to mode. x Press D in any mode to illuminate the display. Illumination turns off about two
seconds after you release D.

Timekeeping Mode Alarm Mode Timer Mode Stopwatch Mode

C C C

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Timekeeping 3. While the seconds digits are selected (flashing), press B to reset the seconds
to “00”. If you press B while the seconds count is in the range of 30 to 59, the
Month To set the time and date seconds are reset to “00” and 1 is added to the minutes. If the seconds count is
1. Press A while in the Timekeeping Mode. The in the range of 00 to 29, the minutes count is unchanged.
Day of week Day seconds digits flash on the display because they
4. While any other digits (besides seconds) are selected (flashing), press B to
are selected.
increase the number. Holding down B changes the number at high speed.
2. Press C to change the selection in the following x To switch between the 12-hour and 24-hour formats, press D while
sequence. some digits are flashing.
C C 5. After you set the time and date, press A to return to the Timekeeping Mode.
Second Hour Minute x The day of the week is automatically set in accordance with the date.
x The date can be set within the range of January 1, 2000 to December 31, 2099.
C C x If you do not operate any button for a few minutes while a selection is flashing,
Hour Second
Day Month Year the flashing stops and the watch goes back to the Timekeeping Mode
Minute
C C
automatically.

PM indicator

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Backlight To enable or disable Flash Alert

The backlight illuminates the display. Enabling Flash Alert causes the backlight to In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down B for about two seconds to toggle Flash
flash while the alarm (page EN-10), countdown timer alarm, or hourly time signal is Alert between enabled and disabled. An indicator on the display shows when Flash
sounding. Alert is enabled.
x Pressing D at any time illuminates the display regardless of the Flash Alert
enabled/disabled setting.
x Frequent use of the backlight shortens battery life.
x Illumination provided by the backlight may be hard to see when viewed under Flash Alert indicator
direct sunlight.
x Display illumination will automatically turn off if an alarm starts to sound.

x The Flash Alert indicator is shown in all modes until you disable Flash Alert.

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Alarm x To set a date alarm
Set the month, day, hour and minute for the alarm time. This type of setting causes
Alarm on Mode You can set an alarm with hour, minute, month, and the alarm to sound at the specific time, on the specific date you set.
indicator indicator day. When the alarm is on, the alarm sounds for 20 x To set a 1-month alarm
seconds at the preset time. When the Hourly Time Set the month, hour and minute for the alarm time. Set “– –” for the day (see step 3
Month Day Signal is on, the watch beeps every hour on the hour. under “To set the alarm time”). This type of setting causes the alarm to sound every
day at the time you set, only during the month you set.
Alarm Types x To set a monthly alarm
The types of alarm you get depends on the Set the day, hour and minute for the alarm time. Set “–” for the month (see step 3
information you set. under “To set the alarm time”). This type of setting causes the alarm to sound every
x To set a daily alarm month at the time you set, on the day you set.
Set the hour and minute for the alarm time. Set “–”
for the month and “– –” for the day (see step 3 under To set the alarm time
Hour Minute
“To set the alarm time”). This type of setting causes 1. Press A while in the Alarm Mode until the hour digits start to flash on the
the alarm to sound every day at the time you set. display. The hour digits flash because they are selected.
Hourly time signal on indicator x At this time, the alarm is automatically switched on.

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2. Press C to change the selection in the following sequence. To stop the alarm
C C Press any button to stop the alarm after it starts to sound.
Hour Minute To switch an alarm and Hourly Time Signal on and off
Press B while in the Alarm Mode to change the status of an alarm (see “Alarm
Day Month Types” on page EN-10) and Hourly Time Signal in the following sequence.
C C
B B B
Hourly Time
3. Press B to increase the selected digits. Holding down B changes the number Both off Alarm only Signal only Both on
at high speed. B
x The format (12-hour and 24-hour) of the alarm time matches the format you
select for normal timekeeping.
x When setting the alarm time using the 12-hour format, take care to set the time
correctly as morning or afternoon. Alarm on indicator

4. After you set the alarm time, press A to return to the Alarm Mode.
x If you do not operate any button for a few minutes while a selection is flashing, Hourly time signal on indicator
the flashing stops and the watch goes back to the Alarm Mode automatically.
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Timer 3. Press B to increase the selected number. Holding down B changes the
number at high speed.
Current time The countdown timer can be set within a range of x To set the starting value of the countdown time to 24 hours, set 0:00' 00.
1 second to 24 hours. When the countdown reaches
zero, an alarm sounds for 10 seconds or until you 4. After you set the countdown time, press A to return to the Timer Mode.
Mode indicator
press any button. x If you do not operate any button for a few minutes while a selection is flashing,
the flashing stops and the watch goes back to the Timer Mode automatically.
To set the countdown time
1. Press A while in the Timer Mode. The hours digit To use the countdown timer
flashes on the display because it is selected. 1. Press B while in the Timer Mode to start the countdown timer.
2. Press C to change the selection in the following 2. Press B again to stop the countdown timer.
sequence. x You can continue countdown timer operation by pressing B.
Hours Seconds C C
Hours Minutes Seconds
Minutes
C

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3. Stop the timer and then press A until the countdown time is reset to its starting 3. Press A to return to the Timer Mode.
value. x When the end of the countdown is reached while auto repeat is on, the alarm
x When the end of the countdown is reached and auto repeat timing is off, the sounds, but the starting countdown time is reset and countdown timing starts
alarm sounds for 10 seconds or until you stop the alarm by pressing any button. again automatically whenever the countdown reaches zero. You can stop timing
Countdown timing stops, and the countdown time is automatically reset to its by pressing B, and manually reset to the starting countdown time by pressing
starting value after the alarm stops. A.

To switch auto repeat timing on and off

1. Press A while in the Timer Mode. The hours digit
flashes on the display because it is selected.
2. Press D to switch auto repeat on and off.

Auto repeat on indicator

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Stopwatch To record split times

1. Press B to start the stopwatch.
Current time The Stopwatch Mode lets you measure elapsed
time, split times, and two finishes. The range of the 2. Press A to display the timing up to that point. Stopwatch timing continues
stopwatch is 23 hours, 59 minutes, 59 seconds. internally.
Mode indicator
3. Press A to clear the split time and to continue time measurement on the display.
To measure elapsed time x You can repeat steps 2 and 3 as many times as you want.
1. Press B to start the stopwatch.
4. Press B to stop the time measurement.
2. Press B to stop the stopwatch.
5. Press A to clear the stopwatch to all zeros.
x You can resume the measurement operation by
pressing B again. To time first and second place finishes
3. Press A to clear the stopwatch to all zeros. 1. Press B to start the stopwatch.
Minutes x For the first 60 minutes, the display shows 2. Press A when the first finisher crosses the line, and record the time.
minutes, seconds, and 1/100 second. After
Seconds 60 minutes, the display format changes to show 3. Press B when the second finisher crosses the line.
hours, minutes, and seconds. 4. Press A to display the finishing time of the second finisher.
1/100 second
5. Press A again to clear the stopwatch to all zeros.
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Specifications Timer:
Countdown unit: 1 second
Accuracy: Countdown range: 24 hours
±15 seconds per month average Setting unit: 1 second
Basic Functions: Other: Auto-repeat function
Hour, minute, second, year, month, day, day of the week 10-second beeper when the end of the countdown is reached
a.m./p.m.(PM)/24-hour (24H) timekeeping Stopwatch:
Full Auto Calendar (2000 to 2099)* Measuring units: 1/100 second (first hour); 1 second (after first hour)
* The year is displayed only while configuring settings. Measuring capacity: 23:59’59” (24 hours)
Alarm: Measurement functions: Elapsed time, cumulative elapsed time, split times, 1st and
Setting units: month, day, hour, minute 2nd place finisher times
Beeper: 20 seconds Other:
Hourly time signal: Watch beeps every hour on the hour. Auto return to Timekeeping Mode, 12/24-hour display switching, LED backlight
(Super illuminator, afterglow), Flash Alert

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Battery: Operating Precautions

One lithium battery (Type: CR2016)
Battery nominal voltage: 3V Water Resistance
Battery life: Approximately 5 years x The information below applies to watches with WATER RESIST or WATER
Conditions: RESISTANT marked on the back cover.
– Alarm: Once (20 seconds)/day (with flash alert) Enhanced Water Resistance Under
Water
– Illumination: Once (3.5 seconds)/day Resistance Daily Use
Under Daily 5 10 20
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Use Atmospheres Atmospheres Atmospheres
On watch front or on No
Marking 5BAR 10BAR 20BAR
back cover BAR mark
Hand washing, rain Yes Yes Yes Yes
Example of Water-related work, swimming No Yes Yes Yes
Daily Use Windsurfing No No Yes Yes
Skin diving No No Yes Yes

x Do not use your watch for scuba diving or other types of diving that requires air tanks.
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x Watches that do not have WATER RESIST or WATER RESISTANT marked on x A trained technician will inspect your watch for proper water resistance whenever
the back cover are not protected against the effects of sweat. Avoid using such you have its battery replaced. Battery replacement requires the use of special tools.
a watch under conditions where it will be exposed to large amounts of sweat or Always request battery replacement from your original retailer or from an authorized
moisture, or to direct splashing with water. CASIO service center.
x Even if a watch is water resistant, note the usage precautions described below. x Some water-resistant watches come with fashionable leather bands. Avoid
Such types of use reduce water resistance performance and can cause fogging of swimming, washing, or any other activity that causes direct exposure of a leather
the glass. band to water.
− Do not operate the crown or buttons while your watch is submersed in water or x The inside surface of the watch glass may fog when the watch is exposed to a
wet. sudden drop in temperature. No problem is indicated if the fogging clears up
− Avoid wearing your watch while in the bath. relatively quickly. Sudden and extreme temperature changes (such as coming into
− Do not wear your watch while in a heated swimming pool, sauna, or any other an air conditioned room in the summer and standing close to an air conditioner
high temperature/high humidity environment. outlet, or leaving a heated room in the winter and allowing your watch to come into
− Do not wear your watch while washing your hands or face, while doing contact with snow) can cause it to take longer for glass fogging to clear up. If glass
housework, or while performing any other task that involves soaps or detergents. fogging does not clear up or if you notice moisture inside of the glass, immediately
x After submersion in seawater, use plain water to rinse all salt and dirt from your stop using your watch and take it to your original retailer or to an authorized CASIO
watch. service center.
x To maintain water resistance, have the gaskets of your watch replaced periodically x Your water-resistant watch has been tested in accordance with International
(about once every two or three years). Organization for Standardization regulations.

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Band Temperature
x Tightening the band too tightly can cause you to sweat and make it difficult for air x Never leave your watch on the dashboard of a car, near a heater, or in any other
to pass under the band, which can lead to skin irritation. Do not fasten the band too location that is subject to very high temperatures. Do not leave your watch where
tightly. There should be enough room between the band and your wrist so you can it will be exposed to very low temperatures. Temperature extremes can cause your
insert your finger. watch to lose or gain time, to stop, or otherwise malfunction.
x Deterioration, rust, and other conditions can cause the band to break or come off x Leaving your watch in an area hotter than +60°C (140°F) for long periods can lead
of your watch, which in turn can cause band pins to fly out of position or to fall out. to problems with its LCD. The LCD may become difficult to read at temperatures
This creates the risk of your watch falling from your wrist and becoming lost, and lower than 0°C (32°F) and greater than +40°C (104°F).
also creates the risk of personal injury. Always take good care of your band and
keep it clean. Impact
x Immediately stop using a band if you even notice any of the following: loss of band x Your watch is designed to withstand impact incurred during normal daily use and
flexibility, band cracks, band discoloration, band looseness, band connecting during light activity such as playing catch, tennis, etc. Dropping your watch or
pin flying or falling out, or any other abnormality. Take your watch to your original otherwise subjecting it to strong impact, however, can lead to malfunction. Note
retailer or to a CASIO service center for inspection and repair (for which you will be that watches with shock-resistant designs (G-SHOCK, BABY-G, G-MS) can be
charged) or to have the band replaced (for which you will be charged). worn while operating a chain saw or engaging in other activities that generate
strong vibration, or while engaging in strenuous sports activities (motocross, etc.)

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Magnetism Storage
x Though a digital watch normally is not affected by magnetism, very strong x If you do not plan to use your watch for a long time, thoroughly wipe it free of all
magnetism (from medical equipment, etc.) should be avoided because it can cause dirt, sweat, and moisture, and store it in a cool, dry place.
malfunction and damage to electronic components.
Resin Components
Electrostatic Charge x Allowing your watch to remain in contact with other items or storing it together with
x Exposure to very strong electrostatic charge can cause your watch to display other items for long periods while it is wet can cause color on resin components
the wrong time. Very strong electrostatic charge even can damage electronic to transfer to the other items, or the color of the other items to transfer to the resin
components. components of your watch. Be sure to dry off your watch thoroughly before storing
x Electrostatic charge can cause the display to go blank momentarily or cause a it and make sure it is not in contact with other items.
rainbow effect on the display. x Leaving your watch where it is exposed to direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays) for long
periods or failure to clean dirt from your watch for long periods can cause it to
Chemicals become discolored.
x Do not allow your watch to come into contact with thinner, gasoline, solvents, x Friction caused by certain conditions (strong external force, sustained rubbing,
oils, or fats, or with any cleaners, adhesives, paints, medicines, or cosmetics that impact, etc.) can cause discoloration of painted components.
contain such ingredients. Doing so can cause discoloration of or damage to the x If there are printed figures on the band, strong rubbing of the printed area can
resin case, resin band, leather, and other parts. cause discoloration.

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x Leaving your watch wet for long periods can cause fluorescent color to fade. Wipe x Leaving a leather band where it is exposed to direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays) for
the watch dry as soon as possible after it becomes wet. long periods or failure to clean dirt from a leather band for long periods can cause
x Semi-transparent resin parts can become discolored due to sweat and dirt, and if it to become discolored.
exposed to high temperatures and humidity for long periods. CAUTION: Exposing a leather band to rubbing or dirt can cause color transfer and
x Daily use and long-term storage of your watch can lead to deterioration, breaking, discoloration.
or bending of resin components. The extent of such damage depends on usage
conditions and storage conditions. Metal Components
x Failure to clean dirt from metal components can lead to formation of rust, even if
Leather Band components are stainless steel or plated. If metal components exposed to sweat or
x Allowing your watch to remain in contact with other items or storing it together with water, wipe thoroughly with a soft, absorbent cloth and then place the watch in a
other items for long periods while it is wet can cause the color of the leather band well-ventilated location to dry.
to transfer to the other items or the color of the other items to transfer to the leather x Use a soft toothbrush or similar tool to scrub the metal with a weak solution of
band. Be sure to dry off your watch thoroughly with a soft cloth before storing it water and a mild neutral detergent, or with soapy water. Next, rinse with water
and make sure it is not in contact with other items. to remove all remaining detergent and then wipe dry with a soft absorbent cloth.
When washing metal components, wrap the watch case with kitchen plastic wrap
so it does not come into contact with the detergent or soap.

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Bacteria and Odor Resistant Band User Maintenance

x The bacteria and odor resistant band protects against odor generated by the
formation of bacteria from sweat, which ensures comfort and hygiene. In order Caring for Your Watch
to ensure maximum bacteria and odor resistance, keep the band clean. Use an Remember that you wear your watch next to your skin, just like a piece of clothing.
absorbent soft cloth to thoroughly wipe the band clean of dirt, sweat, and moisture. To ensure your watch performs at the level for which it is designed, keep it clean by
A bacteria and odor resistant band suppresses the formation of organisms and frequently wiping with a soft cloth to keep your watch and band free of dirt, sweat,
bacteria. It does not protect against rash due to allergic reaction, etc. water and other foreign matter.
x Whenever your watch is exposed to sea water or mud, rinse it off with clean fresh
Liquid Crystal Display water.
x For a metal band or a resin band with metal parts, use a soft toothbrush or similar
x Display figures may be difficult to read when viewed from an angle. tool to scrub the band with a weak solution of water and a mild neutral detergent,
or with soapy water. Next, rinse with water to remove all remaining detergent and
then wipe dry with a soft absorbent cloth. When washing the band, wrap the watch
Note that CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any damage case with kitchen plastic wrap so it does not come into contact with the detergent
or loss suffered by you or any third party arising through the use of your watch or or soap.
its malfunction.

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x For a resin band, wash with water and then wipe dry with a soft cloth. Note that x Rust can cause sharp areas on metal components and can cause band pins to fly
sometimes a smudge like pattern may appear on the surface of a resin band. This out of position or to fall out. If you ever notice any abnormality immediately stop
will not have any effect on your skin or clothing. Wipe with a cloth to remove the using your watch and take it to your original retailer or to an authorized CASIO
smudge pattern. service center.
x Clean water and sweat from a leather band by wiping with a soft cloth. x Even if the surface of the metal appears clean, sweat and rust in crevasses can
x Not operating a watch crown, buttons, or rotary bezel could lead to later problems soil the sleeves of clothing, cause skin irritation, and even interfere with watch
with their operation. Periodically rotate the crown and rotary bezel, and press performance.
buttons to maintain proper operation.
Premature Wear
Dangers of Poor Watch Care x Leaving sweat or water on a resin band or bezel, or storing your watch an area
Rust subject to high moisture can lead to premature wear, cuts, and breaks.
x Though the metal steel used for your watch is highly rust-resistant, rust can form if Skin Irritation
your watch is not cleaned after it becomes dirty. x Individuals with sensitive skin or in poor physical condition may experience skin
− Dirt on your watch can make it impossible for oxygen to come into contact with irritation when wearing a watch. Such individuals should keep their leather band
the metal, which can lead to breakdown of the oxidization layer on the metal or resin band particularly clean. Should you ever experience a rash or other skin
surface and the formation of rust. irritation, immediately remove your watch and contact a skin care professional.

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Battery Replacement Initial Battery

x Leave battery replacement up to your original retailer or authorized CASIO service x The battery that comes loaded in your watch when you purchase it is used for
center. function and performance testing at the factory.
x Have the battery replaced only with the type specified in the User’s Guide. Use of a x The test battery may go dead quicker than the normally rated battery life as noted
different battery type can cause malfunction. in the User’s Guide. Note that you will be charged for replacement of this battery,
x When replacing the battery, also request a check for proper water resistance. even if replacement is required within your watch’s warranty period.
x Ornamental resin components may become worn, cracked, or bent over
time when subjected to normal daily use. Note that if cracking or any other Low Battery Power
abnormality indicating possible damage is noticed in a watch submitted for battery x Low battery power is indicated by large timekeeping error, by dim display contents,
replacement, your watch will be returned with an explanation of the abnormality, or by a blank display.
without the requested servicing being performed. x Operation while battery power is low can result in malfunction. Replace the battery
as soon as possible.

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