Your videos are better than any other tv series world wide... No way.... The Oscar goes to... TIBERIU! I can feel your emotions when you try to fix the watch... SUPER.
:) You are right Simone, I had the watch for a couple of days before doing the video and there was a lot of anticipation when doing the video because I didn't know if it would work or not, so I had some emotions :)
Nice to see a working one 😉 looks like the same module as mine only cleaner. As always I liked this video. You can buy a hand pushing tool to put hands back on very cheaply or alternatively you can use the end of a biro ink from the inside of a Bic pen. Liked the slow shots near the end of all the parts laid out too.
My Retro Watches Already looking at sone hand setters AND that shot took me the most oit of this video and used a cool feature on my camera :).. you have a good eye Michael.
Rare at $50 US? Love those watches. Found a gold Model 8981 Ani.Digi.Temp, in the road, in the 80's. Wore it for 7 years, gave it to my younger brother, who wore it another 10, before it gave up the ghost. I loved that watch.
i love the way the camera shook as you forced the caseback off ! i have this watch also, i think its a scarce / less common version as yours is, (it’s in my videos) i really hope it never breaks down after seeing inside
Yeah but certain years are equivalent to each other so for example in 2020 that will be equivalent to something like '87 or '88 just need to find a chart online to know exactly.
I just bought an ana Digi temp. Mine has a broken lcd screen, I was hoping yours was broken too so you might be able to provide insight on what the issue could be
Hi, thanks for sharing so much valuable information. I have tried to find the manual for citizen 8946 but couldn't find. Do you know how can I find it?
Can you make a video on the ultrasonic cleaner and the cleaning process you do? Also what did you actually put in it? Was it everything including the watch case?
great video, now i need help, I have a bulova superseville 82 with eta 947.111, last time a set a new battery the watch is runing faster, any idea what to fix or check,?? thanks, I has being askinf this problem to many watch fixer, no body answer jet, thanks, Gos bless you,,,pd: no new movement in the market jet found, I being trying every known site
Здравствуйте. У меня имеются часы citizen 8982, у них очень тускло горит цифровой дисплей, помогите пожалуйста найти электрическую схему конденсаторов идущих на дисплей. Спасибо.
Hi, great video. i have a the same watch but it doesn't power on. Only the micro light works. seconds don't move and the lcd display is blank. Any suggestions? Would a bad smd cap cause this? I measured the 3 in circuit and i get around 3.3uf on 2 of them but one doesn't give me a reading at all. Did i answer my question? Would appreciate your suggestions.
Great video, I have a similar watch but my screen is faded, sometimes it works in some modes but most of the time it's unreadable unless it's on an angle. I'm looking to try to swap the smd caps. Would you know which ones I need? Or if you can tell me where I can get the service manual? I really would appreciate it.
Hello I have problem to align the rotor to the motor and the wheels is there any tips? It’s so hard to align the rotor in the middle since it’s magnetic thank you for your tips in advance
Hi, I have this watch, bought it in 1983 and still works ok apart from second hand sometimes stops (bit like your vid). My watch is fully stainless but has black plastic setting buttons (one missing!) unlike yours which has metal buttons, Ikeep looking for spare buttons but never find any LOL. I have also lost the spring for the alarm but I suppose I could improvise. My question is regarding the age/rarity/value of my watch,any ideas? I am in the uk by the way, I am very impressed with your skill and confidence with working on this watch and highly enjoyed your presentation. I may try to clean the second hand mechanism as you did if I could pluck up the courage LOL
Hi, the ana digi temps were made in many variations but the insides are basically the same. They do vary in value but they are in the 80 - 150 GBP area, condition will also factor into that. Best of luck and before atteptin this a 20x microscope is essential.
Hello, amazing job :) I'm struggling with Citizen 8943 disassembly. Do you have any tips how to take out the circuit board ? It must be done from the LCD side probably after removing the analog hands ? Thanks!
You are correct, you have to remove the hands, then unclip the frame that holds the LCD, then you can unscrew the board. Be careful on removing the hands not to crack the LCD as this is the thing that usually people damage first and can be seen in the multitude of bled LCDs found on eBay.
Question, I have a Citizen 8944, which has a octagonal sort of shaped crystal which shattered. Do you think I could cut down square glass to fit? It is a rare 30-0322 model.
Yes I know the model, what I have done for 2 watches in my collection is cut a piece of Plexiglas with a craft saw, but if you have a more complicated shape it will require some fine adjustment with a file. If you are going to go this path make sure you protect the Plexiglas with some masking tape on both sides while you cut because it can get easily scratched while you work on it. Glass is hard to cut especially in such small pieces.
I used to come across these temp ana digi a lot but they were always broken. Still looking for a working example. Unfortunately they are getting rare in my location. Even my local citizen dealership that replaced the module of my voice memo can't find a screen for my 1990 promaster C090
Vintage Digital Watches yeah, i was impressed too! It was a NOS part by the way. I kept the original plastic case where it came too. It's a very cool place. They even have an empty case for the citizen round calculator
Great video! I have an ana-digi in great condition. Do you know where I can find the micro spring for buzzer contact? It's the only thing missing. I could improvise, but I'd love to get the original part. Thanks!
Original part only from a donor, if you want to improvise I suggest to avoid the common suggestion of using a spring bar spring because they are really tough. Use a spring removed from a spring loaded test probe, from eBay
Very informative again 🙏 Thanks for the advice with the Moebius 9010. I have been looking for something like that for quite a while now. But where did you buy it? On ebay it‘s so expensive. 40€ for 2 ml -> Wow!
Hey Michael, Yes it is expensive, I found a website that sells smaller quantities (2ml-1ml), not sure if they still have the 9010 but I;m sure there is a replacement. it is: www.leosics.co.uk/moebius-oil-and-grease.html
Michael Reitberger watch oils are expensive however if you are on a budget you can use Moebeus 8000 it’s not synthetic so in theory to would need to apply again within 4-5 years... I have experience with mechanicals as it’s the area I feel most confident in fixing , I have my own channel here on UA-cam servicing seiko mechanicals. CousinsUk sell 9010 but not much cheaper. One bottle will last you forever though .
Hi there :) Might be a stupid question, but shouldn't the digital seconds counter lign up with the analog one? When the digital says "00" the analog is on 10 seconds (see 22:30 in the video). And if I am correct, may I ask another question about a watch I received as a gift?
Niki Drozdowski At one point in the video I mention there is a mode where you can calibrate the analog seconds AND if you watch until the very end of the video yoy can see the analog seconds are in beat with tbe digital ones. See the very last shots of the watch at the end of the video.
Since you replied so kindly, I dare to ask my question (although I was wrong ...): A friend of mine gave me a nice anadigi watch, and I opened it and replaced both batteries (one for the analogue part, one for the digital). The analogue part works, but the digital part shows all LCD-fields black - so everything is showing 18:88:88 and all pixels also black. (it's a more modern watch). Is this a common problem with an easy fix or is the digital part just broken?
I got the same model, and the same fault....,i did fix it like u did ,only now when i close the backcover the characters are partly gone, and when i open de back a little the display work perfect......,somehow to much pressure ? please how can i fix it?
Well if you get a metal one (with links) you can buy two of them and take the removable links form one band and put them in the other to achieve a larger diameter.
Hello my man. How r u? I got alot of vintage digital watches. I need someone like u to fix it for me. Where i can fine u? Plese let me know. Tanks. And tanks for ur videos. God job
Excellent video. I've got the same watch that needs a fresh battery , thanks for posting.
Your videos are better than any other tv series world wide... No way.... The Oscar goes to... TIBERIU!
I can feel your emotions when you try to fix the watch... SUPER.
:) You are right Simone, I had the watch for a couple of days before doing the video and there was a lot of anticipation when doing the video because I didn't know if it would work or not, so I had some emotions :)
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Nice to see a working one 😉 looks like the same module as mine only cleaner.
As always I liked this video. You can buy a hand pushing tool to put hands back on very cheaply or alternatively you can use the end of a biro ink from the inside of a Bic pen.
Liked the slow shots near the end of all the parts laid out too.
My Retro Watches Already looking at sone hand setters AND that shot took me the most oit of this video and used a cool feature on my camera :).. you have a good eye Michael.
You are the "warch repair chanel" to digital watches!
Haha, thanks :)
Just got my 8988 in the mail, thanks for the info in this video!
Great job!
A bit late to this video but I was enjoying every second of it. Nice tour in taking it apart and great advice was given. Thanks bud!
Thanks, collection and workshop tour in 3 weeks :)
You are amazing!!! Great job!!!
Nice video, pure Art, good Job Pal!!!
Great channel! I have just started collecting these amazing Citizen Ana-Digi's. Look forward to coming back to your channel for info!
Within 3 videos there will be a review of the ana digi temp in it's various forms, so stay tuned.
Rare at $50 US? Love those watches. Found a gold Model 8981 Ani.Digi.Temp, in the road, in the 80's. Wore it for 7 years, gave it to my younger brother, who wore it another 10, before it gave up the ghost. I loved that watch.
Amazing work!!
i love the way the camera shook as you forced the caseback off ! i have this watch also, i think its a scarce / less common version as yours is, (it’s in my videos) i really hope it never breaks down after seeing inside
I recently got a mint gold tone version, one of my favorite digitals, its a shame that the perpetual calendar runs out in 2019.
Yeah but certain years are equivalent to each other so for example in 2020 that will be equivalent to something like '87 or '88 just need to find a chart online to know exactly.
Amazing. I have one of these and all the parts are so tiny. I wouldn't have a clue how to take it apart much less reassemble it afterwards.
I just bought an ana Digi temp. Mine has a broken lcd screen, I was hoping yours was broken too so you might be able to provide insight on what the issue could be
Hi, thanks for sharing so much valuable information. I have tried to find the manual for citizen 8946 but couldn't find. Do you know how can I find it?
Can you make a video on the ultrasonic cleaner and the cleaning process you do? Also what did you actually put in it? Was it everything including the watch case?
Is it difficult to sync the times? Or does it sync the 3 clocks together automatically?
great video, now i need help, I have a bulova superseville 82 with eta 947.111, last time a set a new battery the watch is runing faster, any idea what to fix or check,?? thanks, I has being askinf this problem to many watch fixer, no body answer jet, thanks, Gos bless you,,,pd: no new movement in the market jet found, I being trying every known site
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Здравствуйте. У меня имеются часы citizen 8982, у них очень тускло горит цифровой дисплей, помогите пожалуйста найти электрическую схему конденсаторов идущих на дисплей. Спасибо.
Hi, great video. i have a the same watch but it doesn't power on. Only the micro light works. seconds don't move and the lcd display is blank. Any suggestions? Would a bad smd cap cause this? I measured the 3 in circuit and i get around 3.3uf on 2 of them but one doesn't give me a reading at all. Did i answer my question? Would appreciate your suggestions.
Great video, I have a similar watch but my screen is faded, sometimes it works in some modes but most of the time it's unreadable unless it's on an angle. I'm looking to try to swap the smd caps. Would you know which ones I need? Or if you can tell me where I can get the service manual? I really would appreciate it.
Hello I have problem to align the rotor to the motor and the wheels is there any tips? It’s so hard to align the rotor in the middle since it’s magnetic thank you for your tips in advance
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Hi, I have this watch, bought it in 1983 and still works ok apart from second hand sometimes stops (bit like your vid). My watch is fully stainless but has black plastic setting buttons (one missing!) unlike yours which has metal buttons, Ikeep looking for spare buttons but never find any LOL. I have also lost the spring for the alarm but I suppose I could improvise. My question is regarding the age/rarity/value of my watch,any ideas? I am in the uk by the way, I am very impressed with your skill and confidence with working on this watch and highly enjoyed your presentation. I may try to clean the second hand mechanism as you did if I could pluck up the courage LOL
Hi, the ana digi temps were made in many variations but the insides are basically the same. They do vary in value but they are in the 80 - 150 GBP area, condition will also factor into that. Best of luck and before atteptin this a 20x microscope is essential.
Thanks for reply,may need 40x microscope with my eyes LOL@@VintageDigitalWatches
Hi do you do repairs,ive got one of these,only analog work,and light
Hello, amazing job :) I'm struggling with Citizen 8943 disassembly. Do you have any tips how to take out the circuit board ? It must be done from the LCD side probably after removing the analog hands ? Thanks!
You are correct, you have to remove the hands, then unclip the frame that holds the LCD, then you can unscrew the board. Be careful on removing the hands not to crack the LCD as this is the thing that usually people damage first and can be seen in the multitude of bled LCDs found on eBay.
I have one just like it ,, but gold ,, yours is nicer and cleaner,,, I have the same problem,, analog does not work,, will see,, thank you
Good night, do you know what Electronic circuit inside
Why you show us how to return tiny magnetic wheel iam stuck in that is there any easy way to returning it ?
Should I bother using my old watch? All I need is a battery and wrist strap
Question, I have a Citizen 8944, which has a octagonal sort of shaped crystal which shattered.
Do you think I could cut down square glass to fit? It is a rare 30-0322 model.
Yes I know the model, what I have done for 2 watches in my collection is cut a piece of Plexiglas with a craft saw, but if you have a more complicated shape it will require some fine adjustment with a file. If you are going to go this path make sure you protect the Plexiglas with some masking tape on both sides while you cut because it can get easily scratched while you work on it. Glass is hard to cut especially in such small pieces.
How did you clean all those gears?
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I used to come across these temp ana digi a lot but they were always broken. Still looking for a working example. Unfortunately they are getting rare in my location. Even my local citizen dealership that replaced the module of my voice memo can't find a screen for my 1990 promaster C090
I am surprised that they had a spare module for the voice memo
Vintage Digital Watches yeah, i was impressed too! It was a NOS part by the way. I kept the original plastic case where it came too. It's a very cool place. They even have an empty case for the citizen round calculator
Great video! I have an ana-digi in great condition. Do you know where I can find the micro spring for buzzer contact? It's the only thing missing. I could improvise, but I'd love to get the original part. Thanks!
Original part only from a donor, if you want to improvise I suggest to avoid the common suggestion of using a spring bar spring because they are really tough. Use a spring removed from a spring loaded test probe, from eBay
@@VintageDigitalWatches Thank you!
Very informative again 🙏
Thanks for the advice with the Moebius 9010. I have been looking for something like that for quite a while now. But where did you buy it? On ebay it‘s so expensive. 40€ for 2 ml -> Wow!
Hey Michael, Yes it is expensive, I found a website that sells smaller quantities (2ml-1ml), not sure if they still have the 9010 but I;m sure there is a replacement. it is: www.leosics.co.uk/moebius-oil-and-grease.html
Michael Reitberger watch oils are expensive however if you are on a budget you can use Moebeus 8000 it’s not synthetic so in theory to would need to apply again within 4-5 years...
I have experience with mechanicals as it’s the area I feel most confident in fixing , I have my own channel here on UA-cam servicing seiko mechanicals.
CousinsUk sell 9010 but not much cheaper. One bottle will last you forever though .
Hi, does anyone know of someone who services these vintage watches within the UK or EU please.
Hi there :) Might be a stupid question, but shouldn't the digital seconds counter lign up with the analog one? When the digital says "00" the analog is on 10 seconds (see 22:30 in the video). And if I am correct, may I ask another question about a watch I received as a gift?
Niki Drozdowski At one point in the video I mention there is a mode where you can calibrate the analog seconds AND if you watch until the very end of the video yoy can see the analog seconds are in beat with tbe digital ones. See the very last shots of the watch at the end of the video.
See, I told you, my question might be stupid ;) Sorry for not watching the entire video and wasting your time.
Niki, any talk/discussion with a fellow watch enthusiast is never wasted time :), glad I could answer.
Since you replied so kindly, I dare to ask my question (although I was wrong ...): A friend of mine gave me a nice anadigi watch, and I opened it and replaced both batteries (one for the analogue part, one for the digital). The analogue part works, but the digital part shows all LCD-fields black - so everything is showing 18:88:88 and all pixels also black. (it's a more modern watch). Is this a common problem with an easy fix or is the digital part just broken?
Can you specificity the watch brand and model
I got the same model, and the same fault....,i did fix it like u did ,only now when i close the backcover the characters are partly gone, and when i open de back a little the display work perfect......,somehow to much pressure ? please how can i fix it?
Cajetano2011 Cajetano Surely something is in the way, diassemble and reassemble and make sure everything comes together correctly.
look at the watch from the sides after assembly under a microscope to find missassembly
Hi, anyone have the module? Mine doest work😭
Hello, very nice video.
Do you take in these watches as repair work at all?
Hi, no I don't take watches for repair because I don't have time
Can you recommend a quality company.
any ideas where i can buy metal watch bands? xxl size. stretch type or lnk idc. cant find anything really that i think would fit.
Well if you get a metal one (with links) you can buy two of them and take the removable links form one band and put them in the other to achieve a larger diameter.
Vintage Digital Watches good idea. Never thought of that. Thank you
Glad to be of help :)
Hello my man. How r u? I got alot of vintage digital watches. I need someone like u to fix it for me. Where i can fine u? Plese let me know. Tanks. And tanks for ur videos. God job
Hi, thank you for the comment and encouragement, I don't do repairs as a service . Regards, T
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@@VintageDigitalWatches do u know any place. To take my watches. I live in los Angeles ca
Do you have some advice to setting the rotors?
puting the rotors in and the bridge over is very intricate, no special tip, just use 20x magnification
@@VintageDigitalWatchesThe tip of using a screw, which you mentioned in one of your videos helped calm down an overactive rotor. Thanks.
analog seconds are not alligned with digital seconds.
Hey man, can you get me a ana-digi-temp circuit??
Yeah, in a jiffy.
Рукожоп. Секунды так и не синхронизировал.
Great job!