These specialized timepieces offer auditory time telling using four buttons. These watches are designed for individuals with visual impairments and are beneficial for anyone desiring simple time announcements. They feature easy-to-use button controls for various functions.
Overview of Talking Watch Features
Talking watches with four buttons provide a range of features beyond basic time telling. These watches offer spoken time announcements, often in a choice of male or female voices, catering to personal preferences. Many models include an alarm function with selectable sounds like beeps, rooster crows, or dongs, making it convenient for users to wake up. Some watches offer hourly chimes, announcing the time every hour. Additionally, these timepieces often provide talking date and 12/24 hour time options, allowing flexibility for different users. Settings can be adjusted for various features, including time, alarm and chime, using the four buttons. Furthermore, some models feature a power-saving mode to extend battery life. Setting modes are typically activated by pressing and holding a specific button. These features make the watch user-friendly for individuals with low vision or blindness.
Button Functions on 4-Button Talking Watches
These talking watches utilize four buttons for various functions. Each button is specifically designed to control particular aspects of the watch, including time setting, alarm adjustments, and activating voice announcements.
Top Right Button (S1 or TR) Function
The top right button, often labeled as S1 or TR, serves primarily as the speech activation button on a 4-button talking watch. Pressing this button initiates the voice chip, causing the watch to announce the current time. Some models may use this button to also announce the date. It’s frequently raised or textured, making it easily distinguishable from the other buttons, aiding users with visual impairments. The top right button is generally used when in normal timekeeping mode for instant audio time reports. Additionally, in some watches, pressing and holding the top right button may turn the talking function on or off. So, it is an essential button for accessing the main talking function of the watch. Its primary function revolves around activating the auditory time announcement. It is also important to note that the S1 button does not interact with other settings like time or alarm adjustment.
Bottom Right Button (S2 or BR) Function
The bottom right button, often marked as S2 or BR, has multiple functions on a 4-button talking watch. Primarily, it’s used to navigate through settings and adjust values. In the setting mode, pressing the S2 button often advances the minutes, whether for setting the current time or the alarm. It can also be used to confirm a chosen setting and move to the next adjustment step. Additionally, the S2 button commonly controls the chime function. It is used to toggle the hourly chime feature on and off, and is also integral for setting the time. In normal timekeeping mode, this button often cycles through display options or alarm modes. In the time or alarm setting process, the S2 button increments the minute value. It is an important button for both general use and settings adjustments;
Top Left Button (S3 or TL) Function
The top left button, designated as S3 or TL, is typically the mode button on a 4-button talking watch. Pressing the S3 button allows the user to switch between different modes, including normal time display, time setting mode, and alarm setting mode. It acts as the primary means to access the watch’s configuration options. The user engages with the watch settings by using this button. The S3 button, when pressed, often announces the current mode, allowing the user to know where they are in the settings. In some models, pressing and holding this button may initiate the setting mode. After accessing setting mode, pressing the S3 button again returns the user to normal timekeeping. It allows users to navigate through different settings and is essential for setting both the time and alarm.
Bottom Left Button (S4 or BL) Function
The bottom left button, labeled S4 or BL, serves multiple functions on a 4-button talking watch, often related to alarm settings and adjustments. Typically, pressing and holding the S4 button for a few seconds activates the setting mode, usually accompanied by an audible chime. Once in setting mode, pressing the S4 button navigates through various functions, such as setting the hour or selecting alarm sounds. In some models, this button can cycle through alarm modes, turning the alarm on or off; The S4 button is used in conjunction with other buttons to set the time and alarm precisely. Each press advances the setting to the next step. This button is crucial for managing alarm features and navigating the watch’s configuration. It is also essential for setting the alarm time and selecting different alarm sounds.
Setting Time on a 4-Button Talking Watch
Adjusting the time on a 4-button talking watch involves a specific sequence. This usually starts with entering setting mode, followed by using buttons to adjust the hour and minutes.
Activating Setting Mode
To initiate the setting mode on your 4-button talking watch, you’ll typically need to press and hold a specific button, often the bottom left button (S4 or BL), for approximately three seconds. The watch will usually provide an audible cue, such as a chime or voice prompt, to indicate that the setting mode has been successfully activated. Once you hear “chime on” or a similar confirmation, you can release the button. This action signifies that the watch is ready for time, alarm, or other adjustments. The exact button and confirmation may vary slightly depending on the specific model of your talking watch, so consulting your manual is a good idea. After activation you will then use other buttons to make changes. This step is crucial for any time adjustment.
Adjusting the Hour
Once the setting mode is activated, you will proceed to adjust the hour on your 4-button talking watch. Typically, the button used for this adjustment is the bottom left button (S4 or BL). Each press of this button will advance the hour by one. Pay close attention to the voice prompts, as they will announce the new hour, including AM and PM. Continue pressing the button until you reach your desired hour. Make sure to listen to the voice to select the correct AM or PM designation. Some watches may use the top left button to navigate through setting modes, but the bottom left button is the one most often used for hour adjustment. Be patient and allow a moment between presses for the watch to process your input. Once you are at your desired hour, move on to adjusting the minutes.
Adjusting the Minutes
After setting the hour, you’ll move on to adjusting the minutes on your 4-button talking watch. Commonly, the bottom right button (S2 or BR) is used for minute adjustments. With each press of this button, the minutes will advance by one. Pay close attention to the voice prompts, as the watch will announce each minute change. Continue pressing the button until you reach the correct minute. Some models may require you to press the button a few times to move through the minutes. Be sure to listen carefully to the audio prompts to ensure that you set the correct minute. It’s important to be patient and allow the watch to register each press of the button. Once the desired minute is set, the time setting process will be complete.
Setting the Alarm and Chime
This section details how to set the alarm and activate or deactivate the hourly chime feature. Using the four buttons, you can customize your watch’s alerts to suit your needs, and it is very important.
Setting the Alarm Time
To set the alarm time on your 4-button talking watch, begin by accessing the setting mode, typically done by pressing and holding the S4 button for a few seconds until you hear a confirmation chime. Once in setting mode, navigate through the functions using the S4 button until the watch announces “Set Alarm Time”. To set the hour, press the S2 button. Each press will advance the hour. Be sure to note AM or PM. After setting the hour, press the S3 button to move to setting the minute. Use the S2 button again to adjust the minutes. Once the desired alarm time is set, press the S3 button to confirm. The watch may give confirmation or return to normal time display; Some watches may allow selection of alarm sounds, like rooster crow or beep beep, and can be changed with S4 button. Please note that button configuration may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer.
Activating and Deactivating the Chime
To activate or deactivate the hourly chime on your 4-button talking watch, locate the S2 button, often positioned at the bottom right of the watch. When the watch is in normal time display mode, press the S2 button to toggle the chime function. Each press of this button will alternate between turning the chime on and off. The watch will usually announce “Chime On” or “Chime Off” to confirm the action. When the chime is activated, the watch will announce the current hour every hour on the hour. Deactivating the chime will silence these hourly announcements. The chime function can be very useful to keep track of time during the day. This button may have other functions when the watch is in setting mode, so make sure you are in normal time display mode before trying to toggle the chime.