200 m : The 'BAR' value indicates the number of atmospheres to which water resistance is ensured. 20 BAR means water resistance to 20 atmospheres. Wearable around sinks during swimming poolside diving and scuba diving at depths not requiring helium gas.
EL BacklightAn electro-luminescent panel causes the entire face to glow for easy read in g. Includes an After-Glow feature that keeps the EL backlight turned on for a few seconds after the light button is released.
Stopwatch – 1/100 sec – 24 HRAccurate measurement of elapsed time with the touch of a button. 1/100 : The fraction indicates the unit of measurement. 24 HR : The time figure indicates the maximum time measurement for Stop Watch.
Daily Alarm Hourly Time SignalThe Daily Alarm sounds each day at the time you set. The value 3 indicates how many daily alarms are available. The hourly time signal causes the watch to beep every hour on the hour.
TimerCounts down from a start time specified by you. The value indicates the number of timers available. The time figure indicates the maximum starting time.
12/24-hour TimekeepingTimes can be displayed in either 12-hour or 24-hour format.
Auto CalendarAllowances are made automatically for months of different lengths but not leap year.
Water Resistant TestedThe unique G-SHOCK design also provides it with the ability to withstand the rigors of water resistance testing up to 20 atmospheres which is equivalent to 200 meters. This means unequalled toughness even under water.
Drop TestedThe drop test is performed manually by actually dropping watches. A test machine cannot be used for such a test because there is no way to control or reproduce all of the countless variables involved when an object falls.
Vibration TestedThe cushioning system of the watch also provide outstanding resistance to vibration. In the past vibration resistance was tested by fixing the watch to the axle of a motorcycle. Today a special test machine is used to subject the watch to vibration for 24 hours to check its ability to withstand such treatment.