TAG Heuer AQUARACER CALIBRE S REGATTA User Manual

INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY
Your TAG Heuer chronograph has been made in line with authentic Swiss watchmaking traditions
and has been individually tested to check its water-resistance and to ensure that it is in perfect
working order. Nevertheless, your watch is covered by an International Warranty, valid for two
years from its date of purchase, against any defect in workmanship.
Issued by TAG Heuer SA, this warranty is accepted by all TAG Heuer Service Centers in over 100
countries throughout the world, provided that:
– it has been signed and dated at the time of purchase by an authorized TAG Heuer dealer;
– the card is provided with the watch when it is sent for repair;
– the serial number engraved on the case is clearly legible, and no part of the underside of the
original case or the original number is missing or has been modified, falsified, replaced, erased
or made illegible.
Failure to respect these conditions renders all rights resulting from the TAG Heuer International
Warranty null and void.
A number of recommendations are given below for the use and maintenance of your TAG Heuer
watch; please read them carefully as the warranty will become invalid in the event of incorrect use
or treatment. Damage resulting from service provided anywhere other than at an authorized TAG
Heuer Service Center is not covered. The warranty does not cover bracelets, crystals or batteries,
or any damage to the case or movement caused by moisture that might have entered the watch as
a result of improper handling.
Should you need to return this watch, we recommend that you wrap your TAG Heuer carefully so as
to avoid any damage and send it by registered mail to the nearest official TAG Heuer Service
Center, or take it to your local authorized dealer.
You will find a list of Official TAG Heuer Service Centers at the end of this booklet. They will supply
you with the address of your nearest authorized TAG Heuer dealer upon request. This warranty
does not affect your consumer rights.
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on choosing the TAG Heuer Aquaracer Calibre S Regatta chronograph with its
exclusive new movement, the Calibre S. Developed and patented by Tag Heuer, it is a world’s first
and we thank you for your confidence.
The Aquaracer Calibre S Regatta chronograph operates in three modes:
– TIME mode showing the time and date
– CHRONO mode accurate to 1/10th sec with optimum readability
– REGATTA mode with a minute countdown specially developed for use in sailing races.
This new movement, which is a direct result of TAG Heuer’s expertise in sports timing at the
highest level, provides the traditional functions of time, date, and chronography. In addition,
because the start of a sailing race is often a critical phase, it enables a sailor to:
– Set the countdown according to the race regulations (the length of the countdown to the start
varies between different regattas)
– Countdown the time from the first starting signal to the last
– Synchronize the countdown with the intermediate signals
– Start the watch automatically when the countdown reaches zero.
By choosing our Aquaracer Calibre S Regatta you have opted for technical innovation, precision and
endurance. Meeting these criteria of high-performance sports has been TAG Heuer’s mission since 1860.
TAG Heuer is passionately devoted to the measurement of small fractions of time and has
registered numerous technical patents in this field. The company has become the official
timekeeper of major sports competitions and the world leader in sports watches.
Each TAG Heuer watch is designed to meet the most stringent standards. The materials we use
give our watches exceptional strength, even under very demanding conditions. We give particular
care to the standard of finishing. Before being launched on the market, each new product is
submitted to more than 60 tests for precision and quality. At the same time, your TAG Heuer watch
has been individually tested to guarantee that it is water resistant and functions perfectly.
With its unique, modern design your new TAG Heuer chronograph combines tradition and technical
achievement. We are confident that it will give you complete satisfaction.
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TAG Heuer AQUARACER CALIBRE S REGATTA Specifications

General

Brand	TAG Heuer
Model	AQUARACER CALIBRE S REGATTA
Category	Watch
Language	English

Summary

INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY

International Warranty

Details the two-year international warranty for TAG Heuer chronographs against defects.

LIMITED WARRANTY FOR TAG HEUER WATCHES PURCHASED IN THE U.S.A.

Limited Warranty for TAG Heuer Watches Purchased in the U.S.A.

Outlines the two-year US warranty, terms for repair/replacement, and required documentation.

YOUR TAG HEUER

Technical Specifications

Lists key features of the TAG Heuer chronograph including water-resistance, clasp, crystal, and movement.

CARING FOR YOUR TAG HEUER WATCH

Caring for Your TAG Heuer Watch

Provides essential care guidelines for maintaining the watch's reliability and appearance over time.

Rinsing

Instructions on rinsing the chronograph with fresh water and soap, especially after salt water exposure.

Condensation

Explains the appearance of condensation under the crystal and when to consult a dealer.

Pressure seals

Recommends annual water-resistance checks and seal replacement by a dealer.

Battery

Information on the battery life (approx. two years) and recommendations for prolonging it.

Gold plating

Details on gold plating sensitivity to friction and wear over time.

Leather straps

Advice on caring for leather straps, including limiting water use and cleaning methods.

DISPLAY MODES

Display Modes

Explains the different display modes (TIME, CHRONO, REGATTA) and their indicators.

SETTING THE TIME AND DATE

Setting the Time and Date

Guide on setting the time and date using the crown and push buttons in TIME mode.

Using the seconds hand

Explains how the seconds hand indicates which element (hour, minute, year, etc.) is being set.

Setting the Date

Details on setting the perpetual calendar date, month, and day using specific button sequences.

CHRONO MODE

Chrono Mode

Describes how to use the chronograph mode for timing, including starting, stopping, and resetting.

The hands

Explains the function of each hand and counter in the Chrono mode.

Simple and Additional Timing Function

Enables measuring single or consecutive times and summing them for a total cumulative time.

SPLIT-TIME, OR INTERMEDIATE TIME, FUNCTION

Split-Time, or Intermediate Time, Function

Details how to measure intermediate times during a simple timing sequence.

Measuring Two Close Times

Explains how to measure two times that are very close together.

REGATTA MODE

Regatta Mode

Describes how to enter and use the Regatta mode for sailing race countdowns.

Before the countdown starts: REGTATTA mode

Explains how to set the countdown duration and understand the display before starting.

Setting the countdown

Setting the Countdown

Details how to decrease the countdown duration by one minute using button B.

Using the countdown

Explains how to start, stop, synchronize, and view the countdown and its automatic transition to Chrono mode.

RESETTING THE CHRONOGRAPH HANDS

Resetting the Chronograph Hands

Provides instructions for resetting all chronograph hands to zero after battery changes or system issues.