HELP: I want to change the date on my watch!

Setting the date and time correctly on your watch might seem like a small detail, but it can make a big difference in getting somewhere on time :) Urban Ace offers several attractive men's watches with customizable date and time settings. In this blog post, you'll learn step-by-step how to adjust the date on your watch, what to look out for, and how to avoid common mistakes.

YES, you too can easily change the date and time on your watch yourself!

What is the crown of a watch?

The crown is an essential part of almost every watch and plays a crucial role in setting the time and date. Understanding the crown is essential for correctly setting the time.

Definition of the crown: The crown is the small button on the side of your watch. It allows you to advance the time, adjust the date, or wind the watch.

Functions of the crown when setting:

• Pull out to first position: usually for adjusting the date
• Pull out to second position: to set the time
• Press: Often activates a start-stop function on digital models or exits the setting

When should you manually change the date? This is necessary for months with less than 31 days, after replacing the battery, or if the watch has been stationary for a very long time (whether automatically or manually).

This step-by-step plan applies to multiple analog watches!

Day and date watches

There are three different types of watches: Day-Date , DateJust , and Time-Only . A Day-Date watch displays the day and date on the dial. A DateJust watch only shows the date. And then there are Time-Only watches, which are watches that only show the time.

Watch date jumps to noon

Many people notice that the date on their watch changes around noon instead of midnight. This may seem like a glitch, but it usually has a simple explanation related to how you set the watch time.

Adjust watch date

Changing the date isn't a daily chore, but it must be done correctly, otherwise the date won't be correct. Once you've changed the date, you should check the next day to see if the date has changed.

How to change the date on a watch

Below you'll find a simple guide for correctly setting the date on your watch. It works the same way on any analog watch. AM vs. PM mechanism: Analog watches don't automatically differentiate between AM and PM. If you set the time to, for example, 10:00 AM when it's actually 10:00 PM, the date won't change until 12 hours later.

1. Pull out the crown to the 2nd position (click).
2. Turn clockwise until the correct date appears.
3. Push the crown back into the starting position.

Caution: Never use force. If you feel a lot of resistance, stop.

Set watch date

When setting the date and time on your watch, the correct order is important. Always set the time first, then the date.

Tips for precise adjustment:

• There is no difference between AM or PM.
• Always set the time first, then the date

Urban Ace watches with crown

Watch date does not change

If the date function on your watch isn't working, there are often a few common causes. The problem can be caused by either mechanical issues or incorrect operation.

Most common technical causes:

• Dirt or dust in the mechanism.
• Worn date wheel.
• Incorrect settings or excessive force used.

When is a repair necessary? If you still experience problems after setting it correctly, have your watch inspected by a certified watchmaker. Operating the crown excessively roughly can damage the date mechanism. To prevent damage, do not use excessive force.

Urban Ace watches with crown

Set digital watch

Urban Ace doesn't offer digital watches. Setting the time is done via buttons or a touchscreen, and often works the same way.

Steps to set the time/date of a digital watch

Often adjustable via buttons or touchscreen:

1. Press and hold the "MODE" button for 3 seconds until the setting menu appears
2. Select the correct item by pressing 'SET': time, date, month
3. Press "+" to adjust the hours
4. Press "SET" again to go to minutes
5. Use "+" to set minutes
6. Navigate to "DATE" using "SET"
7. Set the day, month and year with the "+" button
8. Press "MODE" to save the settings
9. Check the display to confirm that everything is set correctly

Conclusion

Correctly setting the date is essential for optimal use of your luxury men's watch . By applying the correct techniques for setting the time and using the crown correctly, you ensure that your watch always displays the correct date and time information. Do not use excessive force to prevent damage to your watch.