Showing posts with label altimeter. Show all posts
Showing posts with label altimeter. Show all posts

2/13/2010

Casio Men's Pathfinder Altimeter and Barometer Solar Atomic Digital Watch #PAW1100T-7V

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This multi-function watch from the Casio Pathfinder series keeps you well informed and stylishly equipped for aviation, outdoor exploration, and everyday adventure. The large round digital display shows the time (kept highly accurate with multi-band atomic timekeeping, plus world settings for up to 30 cities / 29 time zones), a digital 360-degree compass, altimeter (with a -700 to 10,000 meter measuring range, plus altimeter memory and graph functions), barometer, thermometer, and data memory. Conveniently solar powered, the battery has five-month battery life on full charge without further exposure to light. The watch is built with a power saving function and a battery power indicator. The watch also offers five daily alarms, an altimeter alarm, a countdown timer, a 1/100 second stopwatch function and hourly time signals. The automatic EL backlight with afterglow makes the display easy to read in all conditions. Extremely durable, this quartz-powered watch is built with a case, bezel and band made out of titanium. It is water resistant up to 330 feet (100 meters), low temperature resistant (down to 14 degrees F / -10 degrees C), and is backed by a 1-year limited manufacturer's warranty.


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Technical Details

- Quartz movement
- Tough Solar Power; Shock Resistant; Auto EL Backlight with Afterglow
- World Time - 29 times zones (30 cities), city code display, daylight saving on/off
- Water resistant up to 330 feet (100 M)
- Water-resistant to 330 feet (100 M)
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Customer Buzz
 "Great piece of Engineering" 2010-02-10
By R. GARCIA (Laredo, TX USA)
I got this watch since the last Pathfinder needed to replace batteries, and then water came in. Since then few years ago were looking for a model that meet my needs. This watch pretend to have it all, first never need to replace batteries, have same features as my last one, plus little improvements like relative measurements and automatic time keeping.

Alarm volume is ok for me, is not as louder as some models, but what can you expect for solar powered watch. Self adjusting works great, once a day this watch synchronize with atomic clock. It is a shame the regressive chronometer only support 60 minutes, I expected to be 24 hours.

I really love this watch, it is a great piece of engineering, looks nice, feels comfortable and price is ok since stores regularly offer same watch more expensive.



Customer Buzz
 "Great Watch!" 2009-06-05
By Robert C. Bickle (New Hope, PA United States)
I received this watch as a gift from my Amazon Wish List and I could not be happier. As a Backpacker and Pilot, this watch ahs the functions that I want and I never have to worry about batteries, winding, or if it is accurate. Although the manual is large, once the watch is set up it is easy to operate and I have not had to refer back to the manual since the first day.



The watch is a bit bulky, but very light. The numbers are very easy to read on the main face for those of us that have passed into our 40's and need the support of reading glasses, though the text around the face is very small and I can not read it without the assistance of my reading glasses.



One note is that the watch does not do a continuous compass function. It takes a reading and then locks. I guess the point is to take a heading reading on a fixed point. It would be a nice feature if you could choose between continuous compass readings and a read and lock.



Customer Buzz
 "Great, BUT!!!" 2009-03-07
By Arnold E. Miller (Chicago)
As a previous Pathfinder owner, I passed my original Pathfinder on to a relative and purchased this new model. Everything was as expected with one MAJOR PROBLEM. I like using the hourly signal and the alarm setting. YOU CAN NOT HEAR EITHER CHIME TONE, NOT THE HOURLY OR ALARM. Granted, it does work, if you are holding it to your ear. I called Casio support and they told me that there was no volume adjust. My previous Pathfinder, even with the watch under my jacket sleeve, the hourly signal and alarm chime could be heard. The chime on this model is useless. I am very disappointed. If the volume can be adjusted on other models, why not on this one??



Customer Buzz
 " Casio Pathfinder" 2009-01-26
By B. Gibbs (EEUU)
Everything that I had hoped for in a watch. Couldn't be more satisfied. Very functional and easy to use.

Customer Buzz
 "It's not for just any baby to play with!" 2008-08-01
By M. Price (Palm Beach , Florida)
I haven't read any other reviews before the one listed here and I sure didn't before I bought it and I paid a helluva lot more than the price listed here at Amazon. I bought this very same watch before it was available to the general public when I was working in Hawaii, I had always wanted an attractive not too bulky watch with all the features for a true get away from society explorer's wet dream. This watch is definitely the answer, if you figure out electronics even ones with a complex set of multi functions like this one then you won't need it's nearly 300 page mini manual yes nearly three hundred pages. While it is true that it dosen't wipe your butt for you like some people think expensive, brainy electronics should do. If you are an avid explorer and aren't afraid of pushing a few buttons sometimes more than once then you could find no better watch but if you don't like depending on technology to do it's job and would rather use a stick then by all means do so. Just don't pick the wrong kind of plant when using the bathroom. The compass feature does stop reading after 20 seconds but guess what you can always press the compass button again. The point behind getting a compass reading is that you can check and recheck your headings, Factually, I wouldn't trust a compass who told me only one way to go as it actuates. Now, Moving on to a couple of the other features, like altimeter, have you ever wondered how many meters above the ground you were in an airplane, yeah I did too, found out too, it's really freaky to watch how fast a plane drops when descending. Barometer function does take a little bit of explaining I would suggest reading the manual if only for this caveat, Thermometer I would like to say this was really acurate while being worn but alas I don't think there is a skin liked device that can give you an accurate room temp without taking into account body temp. However if you take it off and let it naturalize you can get a realistic reading in either celsius or farenheit. The five different alarms are great if you are one of those whom need constant waking up in order to get going. Or for setting alarms for different time zones, another cool feature is the world clock, ever wondered what time it is in Tokyo, when you are having your tea and crumpets in South London. All in all it is a great watch, get it at this much cheaper retail price if you like it.


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12/26/2009

Casio Men's Pathfinder Altimeter/Barometer/ Digital Compass Solar Digital Watch #PAG80-1V

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Set a course for adventure every day you wear this solar-powered Casio Pathfinder Triple Sensor men's digital watch (model PAG80-1V), which includes a built-in digital compass, altimeter, barometer, and thermometer. This extra-large, round watch features large function buttons that are easily accessible even when wearing gloves. Both the case and strap are made from durable resin. The digital compass displays 16 directions and has a 5-set memory capacity that captures direction, month, date, and measurements time data. The altimeter measures up to 32,800 feet (10,000 meters) in 20-foot (5-meter) increments, and it can store 50 sets of altitude memory with date and temperature. It also provides a target altitude alarm and graphing capability for target and altitude tendency.

Because it's solar-powered--charging in either sunlight or indoor light--you'll never have to deal with changing the battery. Light enters the watch through the sapphire crystal and dial, and hits a solar cell beneath the dial. Current is created and stored in the battery. The duplex LCD provides two liquid crystal panels, enabling you to select from among different display patterns.

It offers a 1/100-second stopwatch with a 60-minute measuring capacity and elapsed time, split time, and 1st/2nd place time modes. It also includes a yacht timer, which is used to time the start of regattas. The countdown period can be set from 1 to 10 minutes. An acoustic signal is emitted after each minute has elapsed and then once a second for the last ten seconds. Other timekeeping functions include a daily alarm, optional hourly time signal, and 12/24-hour formats. Other features include a comfortable resin strap, scratch-resistant mineral crystal, AfterGlow LED electro-luminescent backlight, and water resistance to 100 meters (330 feet).
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Technical Details

- Quartz movement
- Countdown Timer, 1/100 Sec. Stopwatch, 5 Alarms, Countdown Timer
- World Time, Digital Compass, Altimeter, Barometer, Thermometer
- Auto EL Backlight, Low Temperature Resistant
- Water-resistant to 330 feet (100 M)
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Customer Buzz
 "Handy watch for backpackers" 2009-10-26
By Ernest B. Engman (Maryville, TN)
I backpack in the east where you cannot always see the sun or surrounding terrain from either tree cover or clouds/rain. I've found the functions on this watch to be helpful when backpacking.



Navigation: The compass is good for a quick orientation of the map or general heading determination, but it isn't accurate enough for orienteering. The altimeter is good checking elevation against known elevations during climb and descent so you can better determine your location on the trail - that said, you should be familiar with how to set the elevation to a reference point and do so as often as possible to maintain accuracy.



Weather: I've also found that the barometer can give you a heads up when there is a weather change on the way. This takes some time to learn and isn't always a perfect way to know what the weather will do, but it can help.



Battery/Solar charging: The multi signal alarms have been just loud enough to wake me up when I need to get out of the sleeping bag by a certain time. I've only had the watch a short time, so I'm interested to see how well the battery holds up over the years with re-charging. It came on a medium charge, and within a day of use was at max charge which it hasn't come down from yet despite a week of working nights.



Size: The watch is a little heavy and bulky compared to a normal watch. But compared to some of the other watches with similar functions it is very comparable.



Price: The cost of the watch almost made me not get one. I tend to go through watches every couple of years. My last watch was a Timex Ironman with digital compass that bit the dust in Iraq and had to be replaced by a cheap watch I found over there. It was my second Ironman in about 8 years. I hope that this thing is rugged enough that the cost ends up equaling out over time over what I would normally spend on multiple watches.



Overall I would recommend this watch for someone looking for similar uses.

Customer Buzz
 "GOOD TIME PIECE ONLY" 2009-10-23
By GRANDPAIRV (INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA United States)
I AM SORRY I ORDERED THIS WATCH. IT IS, BY FAR, THE WORST PURCHASE I HAVE EVER MADE FROM AMAZON....THE ONLY FEATURE THAT WORKS CORRECTLY IS THE TIME MODE AND SOMETIMES THE COMPASS. THE THERMOMETER IS WAY OFF EVEN AFTER YOU REMOVE THE WATCH FROM THE WRIST. IF LEFT ON THE WRIST, FORGET IT. THE WATCH IS VERY HARD TO READ AS THE DISPLAY IS SO DARK. YOU NEED TO TAP ON THE LIGHT IN ORDER TO DETERMINE THE TIME. I HAD INTENDED TO RETURN IT, HOWEVER I AM 80 YEARS OLD AND A WIDOWER LIVING ALONE AND CANNOT DRIVE TO A POST OFFICE TO SEND IT. SO I AM STUCK WITH IT. YOU WOULD BE BETTER OFF BUYING A $20,00 TIMEX AT WALMART THAN THIS WATCH.



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Customer Buzz
 "Great" 2009-10-04
By J. Christensen (Seattle)
I bought this for my techno 11 year old. He loves it. Easy for him to understand/operate and substantial so it'll hold up. Seems very accurate compared to his fathers technichal climbing gear. Great value. No problems and it's been heavily worn.

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 "casio does it right" 2009-09-24
By Laidlaw Williams (california)
this altimeter watch is the fourth i have tried (thanks to generous return policies). it is the first that combines what i think important, namely: intuitive interface, meaning all functions really work and are easy to access, easy to read, and reasonably accurate. altimeter seems quite accurate, provided it is updated at known elevation often. barometer has a useful graph, also easily viewed.

a few negatives:it is BIG! i can't imagine wearing it on my wrist-- but fortunately it is possible to remove the band, and i now have a pocket watch which is what i wanted all along. the alarm is really faint, i don't think it could possibly wake you out of a deep sleep.

Customer Buzz
 "Casio PAG80-1V" 2009-09-13
By Thomas H. Trieschmann (St. Louis)
Great watch for not too much cost. Does most everything I want it to do and is easy to operate.


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Perfect for rugged adventurers and weekend warriors, the solar-powered Casio Pathfinder men's titanium sport watch is loaded with a digital compass and altimeter/barometer/thermometer--perfect for both mountain trekking and cave spelunking. The durable round watch case (measuring 52mm/2.04 inches wide) and bracelet are made of titanium, which is nearly 50 percent lighter than steel, but 30 percent stronger. It's also particularly resistant to salt water corrosion, as well as hypo-allergenic--perfect for those with metal allergies.

The altimeter offers 5-meter measurements from -700 to 10,000 meters, and it can store altitude, month, date and time data, provide tendency and differential graphs, track cumulative ascent/descent, and sound an alarm when you reach a specified altitude. The watch also has a digital compass with 16 points of measurement displayed on the dial face. Other environmental and timekeeping features include:

  • Barometer with atmospheric pressure tendency/differential graphics
  • Thermometer
  • World Time: 29 times zones (30 cities), city code display, daylight saving on/off
  • 5 daily alarms
  • 1/100 second stopwatch with 10-hour capacity and elapsed/split time modes and 1st-2nd place times
  • Countdown timer with 60-minute range
  • Auto Calendar (pre-programmed until the year 2099)
This watch also features a ±15-second accuracy per month, Afterglow backlighting, and water resistance to 100 meters (330 feet)--offering protection from accidental splashes as well suitable for swimming, snorkeling, and light recreational diving. This solar-powered watch has a battery life of up to 6 months on a full charge (without further exposure to light).
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Technical Details

- Quartz movement
- Protective Mineral crystal protects watch from scratches
- Case diameter: 50 mm
- Titanium case; Grey dial
- Water-resistant to 330 feet (100 M)
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Customer Buzz
 "It's Ok as a gift" 2009-12-13
By Andrew Thomas (NY)
Simple to use, nice design, not so expensive. I bought this as a gift to my cousin, and he loves it.

Customer Buzz
 "Careful during Band Adjustment!" 2009-11-23
By A. Wylie (Fort Wayne, IN USA)
I love the watch, and just wanted to provide this review specifically for the watch band. The pins have these little retainer sleeves, which are very tiny metal sleeves that slide over the pins and help to keep them secured in the band. The person I asked to adjust it had never seen them and struggled to figure it out.(given it was at a department store, not a true jeweler that carries the Pathfinder watches). We didn't even notice those little retainers were there until the newly installed pins started falling right out. I did not find any instructions in the manual, but the watch band does have tiny arrows on the bottom side, which I can only guess is to help with pin insertion. Advice: take it to a retailer that sells the watch, or make sure you do it over a piece of fabric or something where tiny pieces can't get away.

Customer Buzz
 "Loving it!" 2009-11-01
By Ho Nam (Washington, DC United States)
This watch is everything I've been looking for in a time piece. I am a obsessive about time. The large dial makes it easy to read the time and date. I love the thermometer feature as well as the altitude and compass features especially when being outdoors on a climb. The barometric pressure lets me know if the weather will turn against me and whether or not if I should hurry to my shelter. The world time is helpful since I am a world traveler. When I'm not traveling, it helps me tune into a local time somewhere else. At work, my watch has been raved and even nicknamed the Millennium Falcon by my boss due to its sleek look. I thought at first that it would be too large for my thin wrist, but it's actually not bad and well proportioned. I would recommend this to any outdoors enthusiast. One can go diving with this watch as it has a pretty deep threshold. Now, if it could only talk, cook breakfast and give me a massage, that would be great!

Customer Buzz
 "The Worst Customer Support" 2009-10-15
By Rod D. Powell (Pasadena, CA USA)
This WATCH rates four stars. It is light and rugged. I found its functions (aside from telling time) to be helpful, and sometimes fun. However, when my wristband wore out and needed a Casio replacement I discovered, painfully, what a poor company Casio really is. Casio has only two authorized parts outlets in the U.S. (one being only 10 miles from my home, and the other being in New Jersey). I contacted the parts department, and ordered a replacement band and was told that my order would take about three weeks to fill. That was in the summer of 2005. Every month since I ordered a new wrist band I call the official parts supplier and they say the same thing, that nothing has arrived, and that Casio simply fails to honor their orders for wrist bands. I've contacted dozens of watch parts supply houses and hear the same thing.



The Bottom Line: A pretty good watch, but good luck getting parts.

Customer Buzz
 "A watch that does not work." 2009-10-05
By M. salman (UK)
The Barometer, the altimeter, the campus, the thermometer are all imprecise and do not work properly,.... What else would you ask Casio for?



The measurement were not suppose to be precise but "indicative", it is so indicative that North is read as West and after few seconds it changes to South while I was in a farming field away from any electromegnatic fields, altimeter reads -200m when the plane at about 400 meters about to land in Heathrow, meanwhile the thermometer was reading 30.2C in London while it was 14C!!!



It is a waste of money and very bulky, I would recommend to pay more and get a GPS watch.



Casio has been very successful with their products, but not with this one.


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