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Citizen Pictograms: Watch Functions and Features
The following pictograms provide an overview of the functional diversity and special features of Citizen products:
- Eco-Drive
- Citizen's proprietary light-powered technology, eliminating the need for battery replacement.
- 3 Bar Water Resistant
- Water resistance up to 3 bar (30 meters), suitable for daily use and splashes.
- 60 Days Power Reserve
- The watch can operate for 60 days when fully charged without exposure to light.
- 5 Bar Water Resistant
- Water resistance up to 5 bar (50 meters), suitable for showering or swimming in shallow water.
- 150 Days Power Reserve
- The watch can operate for 150 days when fully charged without exposure to light.
- 10 Bar Water Resistant
- Water resistance up to 10 bar (100 meters), suitable for swimming and snorkeling.
- 180 Days Power Reserve
- The watch can operate for 180 days when fully charged without exposure to light.
- 20 Bar Water Resistant
- Water resistance up to 20 bar (200 meters), suitable for recreational diving.
- 210 Days Power Reserve
- The watch can operate for 210 days when fully charged without exposure to light.
- 30 Bar Water Resistant
- Water resistance up to 30 bar (300 meters), suitable for professional diving.
- 240 Days Power Reserve
- The watch can operate for 240 days when fully charged without exposure to light.
- 100 Bar Water Resistant
- Water resistance up to 100 bar (1000 meters), suitable for saturation diving.
- 270 Days Power Reserve
- The watch can operate for 270 days when fully charged without exposure to light.
- World Time
- Displays the time in multiple time zones around the world.
- 330 Days Power Reserve
- The watch can operate for 330 days when fully charged without exposure to light.
- Radio Controlled Time
- Receives time signals for accurate timekeeping.
- 360 Days Power Reserve
- The watch can operate for 360 days when fully charged without exposure to light.
- 4-Channel Radio Controlled Time
- Receives time signals from four different regions for enhanced accuracy.
- 720 Days Power Reserve
- The watch can operate for 720 days (2 years) when fully charged without exposure to light.
- Satellite Timekeeping System
- Receives time signals from GPS satellites for global time synchronization.
- Ring Solar
- Features a solar cell integrated around the dial for light charging.
- 24-Hour Display
- Indicates time in a 24-hour format.
- Power Reserve Indicator
- Displays the remaining power reserve of the watch.
- Chronograph
- A stopwatch function for measuring elapsed time.
- Stopwatch: 1/1 Second up to 60 Minutes
- Measures time with 1/1 second accuracy, up to 60 minutes.
- Stopwatch: 1/5 Second up to 60 Minutes
- Measures time with 1/5 second accuracy, up to 60 minutes.
- Stopwatch: 1/20 Second up to 60 Minutes
- Measures time with 1/20 second accuracy, up to 60 minutes.
- Stopwatch: 1/20 Second up to 12 Hours
- Measures time with 1/20 second accuracy, up to 12 hours.
- Stopwatch: 1/100 Second up to 60 Minutes
- Measures time with 1/100 second accuracy, up to 60 minutes.
- Stopwatch: 1/100 Second up to 24 Hours
- Measures time with 1/100 second accuracy, up to 24 hours.
- Stopwatch: 1/1000 Second up to 24 Hours
- Measures time with 1/1000 second accuracy, up to 24 hours.
- Depth Meter
- Measures and displays current diving depth.
- Altimeter/Barometer
- Measures and displays altitude and atmospheric pressure.
- Max. Dive Depth Alarm
- An alarm that activates when a pre-set maximum dive depth is exceeded.
- ISO 6425 Certified
- Complies with the international standard for diver's watches, ensuring reliability and safety.
- Alarm Function
- Includes an audible alarm feature.
- Timer
- A countdown timer function.
- Rapid Ascent Alarm
- An alarm that warns of ascending too quickly during a dive.
- Thermometer
- Measures and displays temperature.
- Electronic Compass
- Provides directional readings.
- Mechanical Movement
- Powered by a traditional mechanical movement, either automatic or hand-wound.
- Super Titanium Ti+IP, Ultra-Light, Extremely Durable
- Features Citizen's proprietary Super Titanium with Ion Plating, offering superior lightness and scratch resistance.
- Anti-Reflective Sapphire Glass
- Sapphire crystal with a coating to reduce glare and improve readability.
- Titanium, Ultra-Light, Extremely Durable
- Constructed from titanium, known for its lightweight and robust properties.
- Solid Watchband
- Features a watchband made from solid links for durability and quality feel.
- Stainless Steel Case
- The watch case is made from durable stainless steel.
- Unidirectional Rotating Bezel
- A bezel that rotates in only one direction, typically used for timing dive durations.
- Sapphire Glass
- Features a highly scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.
- Dial Illumination
- Provides light for visibility in low-light conditions.
- Safety Clasp
- A secure clasp mechanism to prevent accidental opening of the watchband.
- Diamonds
- The watch is adorned with diamonds.
- Screw-Lock Crown
- A crown that screws down into the case, enhancing water resistance.
- Perpetual Calendar
- Automatically adjusts for the varying lengths of months and leap years until 2100.
- Dual Time
- Displays two different time zones simultaneously.
Collection 2015 Overview
The Citizen 2015 Watch Catalogue presents a comprehensive collection of timepieces across various product lines. The catalogue is structured to allow easy navigation by model number, product line, and corresponding page number.
Featured Product Lines:
- SPORTS: Dynamic and robust watches designed for active lifestyles.
- LEATHER: Elegant watches featuring classic leather straps.
- ELEGANCE: Sophisticated and refined timepieces for formal or everyday wear.
- RADIO CONTROLLED (1 BAND / MULTI-BAND): Watches that automatically synchronize time via radio signals, ensuring atomic accuracy. Multi-band models receive signals from multiple regions.
- TITANIUM: Lightweight and durable watches crafted from titanium.
- CHRONO: Watches equipped with chronograph (stopwatch) functions.
- PROMASTER: Professional-grade watches designed for specific activities like diving, aviation, or outdoor adventures.
- SATELLITE WAVE: Advanced watches that receive time signals from GPS satellites for global accuracy.
- RADIO CONTROLLED (LADIES): Radio-controlled watches specifically designed for women.
The catalogue includes a wide array of models such as AO9020-50E, AP4030-57E, AS2031-57E, AT8011-04E, AW1010-57E, BJ2111-08E, BM1290-54B, BN0150-10E, BU2030-17E, CA0340-55A, CB0010-02E, CC1084-55E, EG2965-53A, EM0022-57A, EP5914-07A, ES4020-53A, EW0650-51F, FB1317-53E, FC0010-55D, FE1010-57B, JP2000-08E, JY0020-64E, JZ1060-50E, and NY0040-09EE, among many others.
Product Highlights
The catalogue showcases a diverse range of Citizen watches, each presented with its unique features and design. Watches are categorized by their primary material or function, such as PROMASTER, TITANIUM, CHRONO, SPORTS, ELEGANCE, and LEATHER.
Each watch listing typically includes its model number, key pictograms indicating features like water resistance (e.g., 20 Bar, 10 Bar, 5 Bar, 3 Bar), power reserve (e.g., 180, 240, 330 days), material (e.g., Stainless Steel, Titanium), and special functions (e.g., Chronograph, Radio Controlled, Satellite Wave, Sapphire Glass, Safety Clasp, Screw-Lock Crown, Perpetual Calendar, Dual Time, Diamonds).
The watches are primarily powered by Citizen's Eco-Drive technology, utilizing light as an energy source. Prices (UPE CHF) are provided for each model, ranging from approximately 125.00 CHF to 1,345.00 CHF, reflecting the variety in features and materials.
Examples of watches featured include robust PROMASTER diver's watches with high water resistance and ISO 6425 certification, elegant ELEGANCE models often featuring diamonds or refined designs, and practical SPORTS watches with various chronograph and power reserve capabilities. The collection also highlights models made from lightweight TITANIUM and classic designs with LEATHER straps.