A review of the Casio Protrek Triple Sensor Tide Graph Tough Solar Titanium PRG130T-7V
Posted in Shopping, Watches on 02/02/2010 02:12 pm by Jason CreationCasio’s latest addition to the Protrek outdoor range of products is again simply designed to give you the tools to measure, time, directs your adventure. This watch can handle anything you throw at it.
Casio Protrek Triple Sensor Tide Graph Tough Solar Titanium PRG130T-7V outdoor watches with built-in compass, barometer, altimeter and thermometer functions, with a tide graph and 200m water resistance added just for ocean lovers.
In addition to their triple sensors for the measurement of compass bearing, atmospheric pressure/altitude and temperature, the PRG-130 watches introduced today are also equipped with a tide graph function and 200m water resistance, which are very handy for use on any body of water.
The Tough Solar high-capacity solar-charging system, which generates power even in the low light of a fluorescent lamp, is another outstanding feature. The large metal function buttons on the side are designed for ease of operation even with gloved fingers. They are also treated with a grey ion plating finish that resists corrosion and abrasion, and a urethane surround helps make sure they do not get pressed accidentally. The watches incorporate a wide-viewing angle LCD, which make sure the data display is highly visible. 
The PROTREK series of outdoor watches make the most of Casio’s cutting-edge sensor technology to measure and display all sorts of natural data. The series is extremely popular not only with people who enjoy serious mountain climbing, but also with leisure-seekers such as those who like trekking and car camping.
Main Features
Tough Solar, Solar powered
Module: 3135
Auto-calendar (to year 2099)
World Time (29 Time Zones, 33 Cities)
12/24-hour formats
1/100 Sec Stopwatch: 23:59′59.99
Measuring mode: Elapsed time, split time, 1st-2nd place times
Countdown timer: 1 sec to 60 minutes
5 daily alarms
Hourly time signal
Battery power indicator
Power save function
Battery Life: 6 months reserve once fully charged
Accuracy: +/-20 Seconds per Month
Auto Electro-luminescent backlight with afterglow
Water Resistant: 200 Meter (20 Bar)
Digital Compass
20 second continuous measurements
16 directions
Measuring Range: 0°to 359°
Calibration (bidirectional, northerly)
Magnetic declination correction
Bearing memory
Barometer
Display range: 260 to 1,100 hPa (7.65 to 32.45 inHg)
Display unit: 1 hPa (0.05 inHg)
Display unit: 1 hPa/mb (or 0.05 inHg) 1hPa = 1mb
Altimeter:
Measuring range: -700 to 10,000 m
Measuring unit: 5 m (20 ft)
Atmospheric pressure tendency graph
Atmospheric pressure differential graphic
Thermometer:
Display range: -10 to 60°C (14 to 140°F)
Display unit: 0.1°C (0.2°F)
Tide Graph:
Moon Data (moon age and phase graph)
Tide Graph (Tide level for specific date & time)
Dimension:
Case diameter: 56.2 x 50.6 x 13.9 mm
Casio Titanium Case & Band
Scratch Resistant Mineral Glass
Weight: 112 g