Casio Releases Lightning Yellow Collection, the Celebration of the 30th Anniversary of G-Shock
Limited Edition Iconic Timepieces in Electric Yellow
- November 11, 2013
GF-8230E
TOKYO, November 11, 2013 — Casio Computer Co., Ltd., capped off the
celebration of the 30th anniversary of its G-SHOCK brand of
shock-resistant watches by announcing the highly collectible and
sought-after 30th Anniversary series of limited edition watches.
Capturing G-SHOCK toughness in a vivid yellow that evokes the power of
lightning, this collection seamlessly combines the legendary
shock-resistant construction with high performance functionality for
professionals and avid timepiece enthusiasts alike.
The new lightening yellow design is available in three exciting new models. First is the GD-X6930E, a cool update of the recently released GD-X6900, which itself was based on the best-selling G-SHOCK classic, the DW-6900. Second is the GF-8230E, designed based on FROGMAN models in the Master of G series of watches, and third is the GW-9430EJ, based on RANGEMAN models, the latest addition to the Master of G series.
The GD-X6930E features 200-meter water-resistance and shock-resistance delivered using an advanced shock-absorption material called αGEL® in its construction. It employs an Auto LED Super Illuminator for flick-on-the-wrist night time viewing and has other great functions: 48-city World Time, five daily alarms with flash alert, 1/100th second stopwatch, countdown timer and four multi-home times for the modern jetsetter lifestyle.
The lightning yellow FROGMAN watch is an essential diving chronograph featuring ISO-certified 200-meter water-resistant full metal cases and Tough Solar Power for long lasting performance. This features Full Auto EL Backlight for quick illuminated display, tide/moon graphs for the insight needed to safely engage with the ocean, data memory up to 10 logs, and 48-city World Time +UTC, 1/100th second stopwatch, countdown timer and 12/24 hour time formats. The GF-8230E features a stainless steel case and is wrapped in a tough urethane resin and feature screw-lock case backs. This asymmetrically designed FROGMAN watch has a larger band to provide a superior fit against the skin or over a wetsuit, and allow for maximum range of movement whether paddling, bodysurfing, or free or deep-water diving.
The GW-9430EJ is equipped with a Triple Sensor for determining compass bearing, atmospheric pressure/altitude, and temperature. Users can obtain any data they need simply by pressing the large sensor button. It also features a newly developed cylinder structure to guard the sensor button and a resin wristband reinforced by a carbon fiber insert with excellent tensile strength, making this watch a reliable partner in harsh conditions.
The new lightening yellow design is available in three exciting new models. First is the GD-X6930E, a cool update of the recently released GD-X6900, which itself was based on the best-selling G-SHOCK classic, the DW-6900. Second is the GF-8230E, designed based on FROGMAN models in the Master of G series of watches, and third is the GW-9430EJ, based on RANGEMAN models, the latest addition to the Master of G series.
The GD-X6930E features 200-meter water-resistance and shock-resistance delivered using an advanced shock-absorption material called αGEL® in its construction. It employs an Auto LED Super Illuminator for flick-on-the-wrist night time viewing and has other great functions: 48-city World Time, five daily alarms with flash alert, 1/100th second stopwatch, countdown timer and four multi-home times for the modern jetsetter lifestyle.
The lightning yellow FROGMAN watch is an essential diving chronograph featuring ISO-certified 200-meter water-resistant full metal cases and Tough Solar Power for long lasting performance. This features Full Auto EL Backlight for quick illuminated display, tide/moon graphs for the insight needed to safely engage with the ocean, data memory up to 10 logs, and 48-city World Time +UTC, 1/100th second stopwatch, countdown timer and 12/24 hour time formats. The GF-8230E features a stainless steel case and is wrapped in a tough urethane resin and feature screw-lock case backs. This asymmetrically designed FROGMAN watch has a larger band to provide a superior fit against the skin or over a wetsuit, and allow for maximum range of movement whether paddling, bodysurfing, or free or deep-water diving.
The GW-9430EJ is equipped with a Triple Sensor for determining compass bearing, atmospheric pressure/altitude, and temperature. Users can obtain any data they need simply by pressing the large sensor button. It also features a newly developed cylinder structure to guard the sensor button and a resin wristband reinforced by a carbon fiber insert with excellent tensile strength, making this watch a reliable partner in harsh conditions.
 GD-X6930E |
 GF-8230E |
 GW-9430EJ |
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 Band loop engraved with three stars |
 Back engraving |
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Specifications
GD-X6930E
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Construction
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Shock-resistant
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Water Resistance
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200 meters
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World Time
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48 cities (29 time zones; daylight saving on/off;
daylight saving time (summer time) auto switching/ standard time and
Coordinated Universal Time
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Stopwatch
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1/100-second stopwatch; measuring capacity: 23:59'59.99"; split time; other: 5-second countdown auto-start
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Countdown Timer
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Measuring unit: 1 second; countdown range: 24 hours (1-minute increments);auto-repeat; time-up alarm
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Alarm
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3 multi alarms (with 1 snooze alarm); hourly time signal
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Other Functions
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Full auto-calendar; 12/24-hour format; button
operation tone on/off; LED backlight (super illuminator and afterglow);
flash alert (flashes with buzzer that sounds for alarms, hourly time
signal, countdown timer time up alarm, countdown timer progress beeper,
and stopwatch auto start)
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Accuracy at Normal Temperature
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±15 seconds per month
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Battery Life
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Approx.10 years on CR2032
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Size of Case
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57.5×53.9×20.4mm
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Total Weight
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Approx. 79g
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GF-8230E
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Construction
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Shock-resistant
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Water Resistance
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ISO 200-meter resistant
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Diving Functions
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Dive time: 1 second increments, up to 23:59'59;
Surface interval: 1 minute increments, up to 47:59'59 |
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Memory Capacity
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10 sets of data (dive time, dive start time, dive date)
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Moon Data
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Moon age of the specific date, moon phase graph
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World Time
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48 cities (31 time zones; daylight saving on/off;
daylight saving time (summer time) auto switching/ standard time and
Coordinated Universal Time
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Stopwatch
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1/100-second stopwatch; measuring capacity: 23:59'59.99''; split time
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Countdown Timer
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Setting accuracy: 1 minute; 24 hours maximum per set; unit of measure: 1 second
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Alarm
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5 independent daily alarms (1 snooze alarm); hourly time signal
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Other Functions
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Battery charge warning; full auto-calendar; 12/24-hour
format; button operation tone on/off; EL backlight (full-auto EL
backlight)
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Power Source
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Tough Solar power system (solar-charging system)
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Continuous Operation
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About 26 months with the power-saving function* ON after full charge
* Power-saving after a certain period in a dark location
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Size of Case
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52.0×50.3×18.0mm
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Total Weight
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Approx. 112g
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GW-9430EJ
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Construction
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Shock-resistant
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Water Resistance
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200 meters
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Radio Wave Reception
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Automatic reception (up to six times a day); manual reception
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Radio Frequencies
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77.5 kHz (DCF77: Germany); 60 kHz (MSF: UK); 60 kHz
(WWVB: USA); 40 kHz (JJY: Fukushima, Japan) / 60 kHz (JJY: Kyushu,
Japan); 68.5 kHz (BPC: China)
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Digital Compass
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Measures and displays direction as one of 16 points
with the second hand; measuring range: 0° to 359°; measuring unit: 1°;
60 seconds continuous measurement; graphic direction pointer; magnetic
declination correction; bidirectional calibration and northerly
calibration function
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Barometer
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Measuring range: 260 to 1,100 hPa (7.65 to 32.45
inHg); measuring unit: 1 hPa (0.05 inHg); atmospheric pressure
differential graphic; atmospheric pressure tendency graph (past 42
hours graph display); barometric pressure tendency information (arrow
and warning tone indicate significant pressure changes)
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Altimeter
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Measuring range: -700 to 10,000 m (-2,300 to 32,800
ft.); measuring unit: 1 m (5 ft.); auto log data (high/low altitudes,
auto cumulative ascent and descent); others: relative altitude readings
(-3,000 to 3,000 m); measurement interval setting (every 5 seconds /
every 2 minutes)
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Thermometer
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Measuring range: -10 to 60°C (14 to 140°F); measuring unit: 0.1°C (0.2°F)
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World Time
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48 cities (31 time zones; daylight saving on/off) and Coordinated Universal Time
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Stopwatch
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1/10 second; measuring capacity: 1000 hours; measuring modes: elapsed time, split time, 1st and 2nd place times
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Countdown Timer
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Measuring unit: 1 second (maximum 24 hours)
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Alarm
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5 independent daily alarms; hourly time signal
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Other Functions
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Manual memory measurements (memory capacity: up to 40
records of altitude, atmospheric pressure and temperature, compass
bearing and/or time can be saved); full auto-calendar; 12/24-hour
format; sunrise/sunset time display; daylight graph; battery level
indicator; button operation tone on/off; full auto LED backlight (Super
Illuminator) with afterglow; selectable illumination duration: 1.5 or
3.0 seconds
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Power Source
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Tough Solar power system (high-capacity solar-charging system)
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Continuous Operation
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About 23 months with the power-saving function* ON after full charge
* Display shuts off after a certain period in a dark location
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Size of Case
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55.2×53.5×18.2 mm
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Total Weight
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Approx. 93g
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