I own one of these and when you hold and feel it it feels way more expensive and fancy than its price would make people expect. Such a nice product to hold in your hand.
I bought the WV-200A about 3 years ago from Walmart for $20. After watching this video I am just now fully understanding the features and see how good of a deal this watch was and still works awesome and a good alternate to my DW-5600E which I also bought from Walmart for $30 last year. Thank you for making such a thorough video.
I've had the wv-58a for 12 years now. Changed the battery 2 times. I recently got the g shock gw6900 and the protrek 270. The 58a has better contrast and crisper digits than the other two much more expensive watches. It's got everything except for solar. The buttons are much easier to push than those tiny ones on g shocks. I paid about $25 with discounts from sears back in 2008. I'll probably send back the g shock and the protrek. I can't justify the premium for g shocks just for the "toughness" factor.
Hey Greg I just got mine I love that brushed aluminum around the face of this watch it's made very solid it's not real cheap like it's it's real sturdy and well made kudos to Casio and thank you for sharing this video turning me on to find this watch thank you
I wore the WV-200DA for a few years, I bought one when I was about 12 in 2013, the battery ran out a while ago and the metal bracelet deformed and broke as my wrist grew. I wanna fix it someday but I know the battery last only 2 years when I can just buy a g-shock with solar charging
excellent detailed well done video. I have this watch for so long, and finally bought a new battery, so I can use it as an alternative watch. thanks for this great video. I just subscribed
Hi. Thank you for sharing your experiences with the wave ceptors. I would like to ask: do you know what are the differences between the WV200A and WV200E? Thanks.
If they Casio included Tough Solar on these models I'd be sold! Thanks to your videos though I'm going to pick up a WVA-M630D-2AJF to enjoy while saving up for the all metal G-Shock model GMW-B5000D-1JF. Cheers!
yeah but they only cost $40....solar will drain Fast if you use Light or features often...or if you accidently bump buttons and drain solar battery, you're screwed.
@@94SexyStang in 10 years my G-5600E-1 has only gone down to medium charge twice, so I'm not worried about occasionally needing to give a solar bath to my Tough Solar watches now and then.
I have an old WV200A. I am debating getting a battery for it, but I recall giving up on it when it would randomly reset itself. Sometimes when wearimg it, sometimes when sitting on a a shelf. Has anyone else had that problem?
*_YES SIR!!!!! In my case however, the malfunction of resetting itself befalls when I depress the Mode (C) or Forward/Receiving (D) buttons consecutively. I hate when that happens!!!_*
*_We need to do some more digging on this issue guys. Mine says “Made in China” with DH that follows a few spaces afterward. What about y’all?_* *_All SOLAR G-Shocks have an eight digit alpha numerical postscript on the case. The first four digits are a factory code. The last four digits of the alpha numeric code notes the date of manufacture. I got that info from Watch Geek, another stellar watch reviewer on You Tube. That info won’t avail us any since this model is only Wave Ceptor but its good info to know & look for._*
Hey thank you so much I just ordered one and I think it's a great great watch I ordered the one with the red circle for the atomic time keeping I appreciate all your help I think they're really nice and it looks like it has a aluminum frame around the face of it I'm not sure let me know if that's aluminum a little like a aluminum frame going around it or is that plastic it looks like aluminum it sound like it when it dropped when you let it hit the the desk let me know I appreciate it thank you so much
You prolly dont care but if you guys are stoned like me during the covid times you can watch pretty much all the latest series on InstaFlixxer. Have been watching with my brother for the last few months =)
Enjoying your videos. So well explained. I have another question: are there any Casio watches where I can manually add a timezone (TOR for Toronto, for example)? Or where I can rename a timezone (CHIcago to TORonto, for example). I would like to have TORonto (Canada) and HAMburg (Germany). Thank you.
Good question. It’s because when the watch is not in the basic timekeeping mode it will show the local time in that smaller window. So, for example, in the World Time mode you still see your local time in the smaller readout. Then the watch will indicate whether it’s showing DST in either of those places (upper or lower) or neither or both.
I wish more of these watches would use a CR2032 (common MB BIOS cell) battery.. :| Also I would take a Casio AE-1200 / AE-1300 style case over these any and every time
I just bought that multi 5 bands watch, However it does not show any signal level.... Anyone knows how this happens? I put close to the window and I even walked out of the house...
Thank you Greg Anderson you had a great platform let me know if that trim around the face of the watch is it made of aluminum or some kind of metal just let me know when you give me a shout out thank you
I just purchased mine Casio WV-200R and I noticed that on mine watch it says on top " multi band instead " alarm chrono " , and on the bottom mine says "20BAR" instead 200M is that this same model or did Amazon sold me totally different model ?
I suppose Casio decided to do more than just change the color of the band and bezel. I found a picture of the red watch on another website and it seems to match your description. So I wouldn’t worry about it. www.sakurawatches.com/casio-wave-ceptor-wv-200r-4ajf
Is it Lithium CR1620 or is it CR2016 battery? Just wanted to clarify. The 2016 is like a coin. The 1620 should be thick and smaller in diameter. These watches are useless in India (no radio towers), so I use a DW5600E and F-91W. Both take CR2016.
Both Waveceptor watches at 0:47 the WVA-58A and the WVM60-9A both use the Lithium CR1620 batteries. Every version of the watch in this video uses the CR1620.
*_Yeah. I acquired my WV-58A & WV-200A (both metal bands/bracelets & cases) in April through May of '18. Both were bought pre-owned but in pristine condition._*
I’ve just picked up one of these BUT even after following your excellent instructions I still can’t (1) do either an overnight signal receive or a manual. I can get the watch to show GET and then a flashing ON/OFF and flashing signal strength but it won’t then show RC!. The last time signal was received shows ‘29/11/2014’. Neither can I get any sound for both the hourly chime or when alarm time is reached. It doesn’t beep when you press button C to change modes - yes I have toggled the MUTE display. Finally pressing button B doesn’t light up the display. Before I open the back does it take rechargeable cell battery? Is there only 1 battery or a separate battery just for the light? I’m pretty sure I’m doing something not quite right using the buttons but I can’t work out what! Any help would be appreciated please!! Dennis (leviset@mac.com)
Not to worry. When any of these needs a battery change I will make a video about that. Meanwhile, I won’t open a watch which doesn’t need to be opened.
Why would anyone own so many of essentially the same watch? Waste of money. You will be sorry you took so much money from the investment pool just to own a pile of essentially the same thing. Thin of how much charity good you might have done, instead. Um ... er... just my opinion, it IS your call to make. Just thinking it is a big waste. JP
The world would be a better place if we spent less time worrying about what other folks must do with their money. Meanwhile, these are among my least costly watches anyway.
I own one of these and when you hold and feel it it feels way more expensive and fancy than its price would make people expect. Such a nice product to hold in your hand.
I bought the WV-200A about 3 years ago from Walmart for $20. After watching this video I am just now fully understanding the features and see how good of a deal this watch was and still works awesome and a good alternate to my DW-5600E which I also bought from Walmart for $30 last year. Thank you for making such a thorough video.
Great video. Thank you for the detailed review.
I've had the wv-58a for 12 years now. Changed the battery 2 times. I recently got the g shock gw6900 and the protrek 270. The 58a has better contrast and crisper digits than the other two much more expensive watches. It's got everything except for solar. The buttons are much easier to push than those tiny ones on g shocks. I paid about $25 with discounts from sears back in 2008. I'll probably send back the g shock and the protrek. I can't justify the premium for g shocks just for the "toughness" factor.
I've enjoyed a few of your informative and entertaining videos. Thanks!
Hey Greg I just got mine I love that brushed aluminum around the face of this watch it's made very solid it's not real cheap like it's it's real sturdy and well made kudos to Casio and thank you for sharing this video turning me on to find this watch thank you
I have a Casio Wave Ceptor WVA 106 HDU that I bought years ago and I still use it every day.
Same here its so reliable
Good explanation of these watches. I use the wv-200A and found it perfect for my needs.
I wore the WV-200DA for a few years, I bought one when I was about 12 in 2013, the battery ran out a while ago and the metal bracelet deformed and broke as my wrist grew. I wanna fix it someday but I know the battery last only 2 years when I can just buy a g-shock with solar charging
This is a severely underrated channel
Much better information than I received from Casio when I bought mine. Thank you so much.
Very detailed description, appreciated
Great review I learned a lot. I'm getting this watch
excellent detailed well done video. I have this watch for so long, and finally bought a new battery, so I can use it as an alternative watch. thanks for this great video. I just subscribed
Hi. Thank you for sharing your experiences with the wave ceptors. I would like to ask: do you know what are the differences between the WV200A and WV200E? Thanks.
Very very helpful video...thanks
If they Casio included Tough Solar on these models I'd be sold! Thanks to your videos though I'm going to pick up a WVA-M630D-2AJF to enjoy while saving up for the all metal G-Shock model GMW-B5000D-1JF. Cheers!
yeah but they only cost $40....solar will drain Fast if you use Light or features often...or if you accidently bump buttons and drain solar battery, you're screwed.
@@94SexyStang in 10 years my G-5600E-1 has only gone down to medium charge twice, so I'm not worried about occasionally needing to give a solar bath to my Tough Solar watches now and then.
I own the vwm and I think it’s worth it I love it
Thank you for breaking it down
I have an old WV200A. I am debating getting a battery for it, but I recall giving up on it when it would randomly reset itself. Sometimes when wearimg it, sometimes when sitting on a a shelf. Has anyone else had that problem?
*_YES SIR!!!!! In my case however, the malfunction of resetting itself befalls when I depress the Mode (C) or Forward/Receiving (D) buttons consecutively. I hate when that happens!!!_*
Yes I’ve had that problem with the two I’ve bought. Not sure why I bought another
*_We need to do some more digging on this issue guys. Mine says “Made in China” with DH that follows a few spaces afterward. What about y’all?_*
*_All SOLAR G-Shocks have an eight digit alpha numerical postscript on the case. The first four digits are a factory code. The last four digits of the alpha numeric code notes the date of manufacture. I got that info from Watch Geek, another stellar watch reviewer on You Tube. That info won’t avail us any since this model is only Wave Ceptor but its good info to know & look for._*
*_I wonder if its a battery issue? Did Casio select the wrong battery for this model?_*
Would love that wave ceptor with the red and steel bracelet. Can't find one anywhere atm...
Hint , press lower left button 5 times , and listen to the beeps while doing it ....
Hi greg I'm a casio collector.
Just wondered which one you prefer?
I prefer the WV-M60-9ACF
I find it more durable
Very useful, thanks a lot.
Hey thank you so much I just ordered one and I think it's a great great watch I ordered the one with the red circle for the atomic time keeping I appreciate all your help I think they're really nice and it looks like it has a aluminum frame around the face of it I'm not sure let me know if that's aluminum a little like a aluminum frame going around it or is that plastic it looks like aluminum it sound like it when it dropped when you let it hit the the desk let me know I appreciate it thank you so much
Can we set the “home time city code “ other than the codes recommended in the manual 3054 page number 1? Please clarify
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You prolly dont care but if you guys are stoned like me during the covid times you can watch pretty much all the latest series on InstaFlixxer. Have been watching with my brother for the last few months =)
@Raphael Jack yea, been using InstaFlixxer for years myself :)
What does it mean when the eye is fully covered
Enjoying your videos. So well explained. I have another question: are there any Casio watches where I can manually add a timezone (TOR for Toronto, for example)? Or where I can rename a timezone (CHIcago to TORonto, for example). I would like to have TORonto (Canada) and HAMburg (Germany).
Thank you.
Soo.. I don't really understand, why are there 2 DST indicators after all.. ? (one with a [Down] arrow and one with an [Up] arrow.. )
Good question. It’s because when the watch is not in the basic timekeeping mode it will show the local time in that smaller window. So, for example, in the World Time mode you still see your local time in the smaller readout. Then the watch will indicate whether it’s showing DST in either of those places (upper or lower) or neither or both.
Can anyone recommend a source for a black metal bracelet for a Casio Men's WV200A-1AV Waveceptor? Thanks a bunch in advance!
Btw, what is mean and different between "world time", "alarm chrono" and "multi band 5" stated in the screen?
I wish more of these watches would use a CR2032 (common MB BIOS cell) battery.. :|
Also I would take a Casio AE-1200 / AE-1300 style case over these any and every time
I just bought that multi 5 bands watch, However it does not show any signal level.... Anyone knows how this happens? I put close to the window and I even walked out of the house...
Perfect video
Thank you Greg Anderson you had a great platform let me know if that trim around the face of the watch is it made of aluminum or some kind of metal just let me know when you give me a shout out thank you
Hello
Perfect video ! Thank you
How you fixed the sound on the watch
Casio genius...
I own many luxury watches, but when i need something durable i always use my wave ceptor
Isn’t the constant resetting a distraction?
I just purchased mine Casio WV-200R and I noticed that on mine watch it says on top " multi band instead " alarm chrono " , and on the bottom mine says "20BAR" instead 200M is that this same model or did Amazon sold me totally different model ?
I suppose Casio decided to do more than just change the color of the band and bezel. I found a picture of the red watch on another website and it seems to match your description. So I wouldn’t worry about it. www.sakurawatches.com/casio-wave-ceptor-wv-200r-4ajf
Greg are you Swedish?
I have a plastic bodied world time wave ceptor and it keeps dumping the settings rendering it useless, £34 down the drain.
Is it Lithium CR1620 or is it CR2016 battery? Just wanted to clarify. The 2016 is like a coin. The 1620 should be thick and smaller in diameter. These watches are useless in India (no radio towers), so I use a DW5600E and F-91W. Both take CR2016.
Both Waveceptor watches at 0:47 the WVA-58A and the WVM60-9A both use the Lithium CR1620 batteries. Every version of the watch in this video uses the CR1620.
Is all these entry level wave ceptor watches still available in market? Especially the metal body and strap?
*_Yeah. I acquired my WV-58A & WV-200A (both metal bands/bracelets & cases) in April through May of '18. Both were bought pre-owned but in pristine condition._*
just got a 200A at Wal-Mart for $40.
I’ve just picked up one of these BUT even after following your excellent instructions I still can’t (1) do either an overnight signal receive or a manual. I can get the watch to show GET and then a flashing ON/OFF and flashing signal strength but it won’t then show RC!. The last time signal was received shows ‘29/11/2014’. Neither can I get any sound for both the hourly chime or when alarm time is reached. It doesn’t beep when you press button C to change modes - yes I have toggled the MUTE display. Finally pressing button B doesn’t light up the display. Before I open the back does it take rechargeable cell battery? Is there only 1 battery or a separate battery just for the light? I’m pretty sure I’m doing something not quite right using the buttons but I can’t work out what! Any help would be appreciated please!! Dennis (leviset@mac.com)
Where can i buy this? Is it still available 2022?
Which one? I easily found the WV200 with the resin band on Amazon and eBay. It’s more difficult to find the version with a metal bracelet.
@@GoodTimekeeper i prefer the metal band. I think its wv200de. Not possible to find it in 2022?
WV-200 really looks like Casio AE-2100.
10 seconds alarm???WTF!
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Seriously? All that chatter on how it works, but no mention of how to change the battery is a BIG oversight. JT
Not to worry. When any of these needs a battery change I will make a video about that. Meanwhile, I won’t open a watch which doesn’t need to be opened.
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Why would anyone own so many of essentially the same watch? Waste of money. You will be sorry you took so much money from the investment pool just to own a pile of essentially the same thing. Thin of how much charity good you might have done, instead. Um ... er... just my opinion, it IS your call to make. Just thinking it is a big waste. JP
The world would be a better place if we spent less time worrying about what other folks must do with their money. Meanwhile, these are among my least costly watches anyway.
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