How long does G-Shock Tough Solar Take to Charge?

[@burner188]

10 years with the Mudman. Pretty impressive! About to pull the trigger on one myself. Thanks for sharing this solar charging experiment. Recently picked up the Rangeman and absolutely love it. Cheers!

[@stormrider1119]

Thanks man. You won’t be disappointed by the Mudman trust me. Such a great piece which I treat like an ‘old friend’ now. The Rangeman is such a great watch, I got mine recently too and absolutely love it. It’s on my wrist virtually all the time right now, Cheers...

[@dailyui636]

Absolutely loved the last message you gave regarding SIG-hourly time signal to stay in the present. Never knew what that meant until today!

[@cristobaldion]

When I received my rangeman, it was at Medium, and I left it 3 nights in row in front of a couple of full blast LED lights. As I thought this wasn't working, BANG, got my High power finally.

[@xlilnetx]

Beautiful collection I just got my Rangeman 9400 in 2022 it’s pretty cool so far. I like ur collection

[@akki8711]

I like the idea of hour beep club... Thanks... I wl including something to my schedule as well...👍

[@stormrider1119]

Good man, I find it a good way of breaking up the day and doing something positive on a regular basis. Thanks for the comment, it's much appreciated :)

[@Mad.Maxx.77]

I use a little LED watch charger for my Desert Camo Rangeman. I recharge it every 2-3 months. Never failed even once on multiple deployments. Best watch I've ever owned!

[@stormrider1119]

I love that desert camo Rangeman. I almost bought it a while back but missed the opportunity. Very rare watch! Cheers!

[@mikaaalto3135]

I recently bought a 5610 and when I got it, it was at medium. After a few hours on the window sill it is now at high. Also, the atomic clock sync works perfectly for me. Great watch.

[@marduj2768]

I did the same as you. Same model.

[@benironside1264]

My rangeman has no problem getting up to high charge. But o also have a 5610, and it’s never been off of medium. Doesn’t seem to cause me any issues though

[@WatchUP69MrRangeman]

I started watching without looking (I know that makes no sense) I started you video without looking, and when you mentioned 'Medium' I thought you were cooking your G-Shocks on a BBQ LML :-P They can take a few days of sunshine, make sure you give them plenty of water... looks like you're over looking a harbour in your last outside balcony video... maybe give us a tour of your location? I think you should do a temperature test as you have nice sunshine, combine it with a tour of your town :) Cheers for sharing :))

[@stormrider1119]

Maybe the BBQ test is next ;)

[@WatchUP69MrRangeman]

@@stormrider1119 You don't need to go to that extreme LML :-P

[@sunny27jan]

I recently bought for myself a GA-B2100 Solar enabled watch. Totally love it.

[@stormrider1119]

Yes! I have the blue one. Has barely left my wrist in 3 months :)

[@sunny27jan]

@@stormrider1119 Ohh Great! I have received mine 2 days back. The battery indicator is on Medium, do you have any idea how long will it take practically to charge it High.

[@RobertGaron]

@@sunny27janwhat did you find out?

[@mercster]

After a time in very bright light, many of these will show H for a short time, but then go back to M (or L, wherever it was.) I think in the GSHOCK manual it might even mention something about that. I would trust the results of charging after a few hours rest in darkness. I just got a GA-B2100 and experienced this... you hit H and think you're good, but in actuality there's some charging left to go.

[@sharkny1580]

Three of G-SHOCK 's top toughest models!

[@stormrider1119]

Yep, my three favorites for rugged environments... Cheers!

[@ameyajoshi742]

Cheers for the video. Looks like the Medium spectrum is pretty large on these GShocks. I have a GravityMaster and it has been on Medium for like months but then I don't wear it for weeks.

[@stormrider1119]

I think you hit the nail on the head. My Rangeman will sit on medium for months irrespective of use. I see it as a good thing; never had any of my solar G-Shocks run out of gas on me.

[@ameyajoshi742]

StormRider yeah these Tough Solar GShocks are pretty self reliant. Never run outa juice lol. Best part is they need very little exposure to light in order to keep going.

[@MrCommodoreAtari]

I bought a new GWG1000 and it was charged to medium. Left it in the sun for many hours, maybe 3 days of 4 hours, mostly in direct sunlight. Thought it was broken because it didn't reach High, but a few moments ago it was ready.

[@Kasaner]

Keep going with the videos please I know many people out there find this interesting myself included. Maybe try doing some videos on aliexpress mods/band/case just to test out the look and review, not necessarily to keep on the watch.

[@stormrider1119]

Thanks so much for the support Sir. I am actually planning some new videos soon. Thanks very much for the ideas, I shall definitely consider them! 💪💪

[@moto4nn47]

This is a quick way to charge the Tough Solar watch but in my humble opinion doing so the direct blast heat will degrade the inside LCD panel and the glue layer it will cause darken LCD. It happen already on my PRG90.. Thank you

[@stormrider1119]

Thanks for the comment man. Yes I don't think it's wise to do it regularly. I had no idea it was going to get so hot. Thanks for your insight good Sir.

[@reecorees9552]

That's a great collection of quality G Shocks Fella. In order which is your favourite as an example 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th. ATB Reeco

[@stormrider1119]

Thanks man. I'd have to say based on how much I wear the currently: 1. Rangeman 2. GA-2100 3. Mudman 4. GWG-1000 Mudmaster 5. GMW-B5000G Metal Square But it changes regularly to be fair! That's what I love about G-Shocks, you can go through phases of wearing some more than others and mix it up. Cheers!

[@reecorees9552]

@@stormrider1119 Thank You, I own a Rangeman GW-9400 and it's a great watch, but you own 5 classic G Shocks, so I wanted your thoughts. ATB Reeco

[@GMDV09]

Hi buddy, love the video twh thumbs up 👍👍. However the length of time taken to solar charge the mudman will depend where you are. I live in the tropics so under direct sunlight took my mudman to charge from M to H in under 4 hours. But being in the tropics you will have to be mindful the plastic does not melt as temperatures on the surface you lay the watch can hit 50 degrees celcius. Rubber at this point will turn soft and plastic will be at pre melt point. Temperatures my short the battery or melt the plastic components if no care is taken. Trust this is helpful. Cheers from Borneo.

[@stormrider1119]

Hi mate. Great to hear from you. Thank for the information and interesting perspective from the tropics, Borneo specifically. I agree, location is a very important factor for a number of reasons. Cheers!

[@joolp38]

Hello from France, I know that the video is a little old, I also have the reference GW-9400 BJ 1JF for 5 days it also remains on Medium while I expose it properly, how to do it? Do I have to replace the battery with a new one? Thank you for your great videos. Too bad it doesn't continue I subscribed.

[@Merirandomduniya]

I just got my Edifice ECB 2000. It was on Medium when I got it, and its been 2 days I keep it under LED bulb for 5 hrs daily but it is still at Medium. how long will it take for High?????

[@maxmagnum73]

Thanks for the video.. Can LCD screen get damage from direct sunlight☀️?

[@stormrider1119]

I have had my G-Shocks in direct sunlight for many many hours and never experienced an issue. These things are highly robust. You may want to double check the technical instructions to see if they advise against it but I do it regularly...

[@GSHOCKUBANYUWANGI]

please make the content disassemble the solar panel gw-9400 :) greetings from Indonesia

[@stormrider1119]

I'll look into that man. Will see what tools I'd need :)

[@misteranderson2112]

Those get pretty hot in direct sunlight. Hot enough to damage them. I’ve seen people place the in a glass of water to help keep them cool during prolonged exposure.

[@haozhu1164]

Let us know if the Mudman goes to High tomorrow and how much longer it needed in the sun thanks.

[@stormrider1119]

Yes shall do, in intrigued to know myself....

[@stormrider1119]

Done! Took approx 12 hours of sunlight: kzbin.info/www/bejne/joewk3yrarqledk

[@fordrscosworth]

The manual lists the level of light and times from low to med. Then med to high charge.

[@Kasaner]

Hi there I just subbed! I really like the hour beep club and I am going to become a member! Do you ever wake up to the sound of the beep during the night if the watch is in your room?

[@stormrider1119]

Thanks for the comment! It’s much appreciated. The hour beep club is a great way of staying present I find :) and funnily enough it doesn’t bother me at night. I think I got accustomed to it. It’s only two short beeps so not like an alarm... cheers!

[@joshs3916]

Nice setup

[@alexgg7499]

I notice some whatches have a smaller solar charger screen thats why takes longer

[@stormrider1119]

Definitely a factor Alex, along with battery size and perhaps screen type. I'm not an expert in this area but it must be multi-factoral. Cheers!

[@robprideaux3279]

Great vid. I have just aquired the GA-B2100 and wonder where and how small the solar cell is? I have seen some people modding these and the faces don't seem transparent/transluscent ?

[@sunny27jan]

Same pinch 🤏🏻 which colour you have ? I got the green one.

[@mohdashraf6963]

Hello mate how much time to charge in direct sunlight gwb5600gz from Medium to High?

[@stormrider1119]

Good question. It doesn't state exactly in the guide as it depends how strong the light is, and I think you have to be careful about direct sunlight if there is a risk of it getting too hot. But when I have a tough solar on 'low' it takes about 3 hours in decent outdoor light to go 'medium' then longer to go to 'high' . Could be 6 or 9 hours extra but it's OK as when it's on 'medium' it lasts do a loooong time. Check out the video I did of my G-Shock G-9300 Mudman charging to 'high' a few months ago. Should help give an idea. Cheers!

[@mohdashraf6963]

@@stormrider1119 just bought a few days later gorillaz x gshock recently i install the gshock connected and saw the icon showing batteries level not fully charges...that why i ask your opinion and need advices from u buddy coz first time use though solar gshock and about the wheather maybe suitable at the morning maybe...

[@stormrider1119]

Understood, I'd just put the watch outdoors but not in direct sunlight if it's hot and wait half a day. You should see a positive result. Nice choice of watch by the way ;)

[@milaweitz]

i own many G's and in 99% battery is High, and even new watch came charged Medium, leaving it on sun about 1, 2 , 3 days, then it always jump to High. However, it already happened to me with 1 model, Gravitymaster GPW-1000, that after 2-3 years, battery completely died. I could not weak up it anymore on direct sun light. So at that time I brought it to official Service center, and they replace the Solar battery for new one.

[@jeffreydahmer3995]

I think the Mudmaster would charge faster because it has a bigger solar panel

[@stormrider1119]

I agree, that would make sense assuming the battery is the same capacity. Need to look into that. Cheers!

[@FiremanFrach]

Does the Rangeman have an hourly chime? I know it has a button chime.

[@sushil0809]

i bought a rangeman 9400 and it came with medium , i kept t in sun and in about two hours it changed to high and i took it off and wore it in about 5 mins it again came back to medium and i kept it back in sunlight its still in medium , how many days i should keep it in sun and approx. numbers of hours , is it a problem with watch ?

[@stormrider1119]

Based on my experience this isn’t an issue in my opinion. The medium battery setting is a lot of power, and it will only go to high after extensive period outside in relatively bright light. I wouldn’t worry too much about getting it to high. As long as you go outside sometimes it will remain charged. The Power Save (PS) mode is also useful if you don’t use outdoors so much.

[@TriantafyllosThessaloniki]

Did it finally get to H charge or you placed a new CTL battery?

[@stormrider1119]

Yes it went to H! It’s just about time exposed to a suitable light source.

[@emilhakim3400]

the mudmaster was already on high battery level since the first second of charging, wouldn't it be overcharged after that long duration of sunlight exposure? isn't it dangerous for the battery lifetime?

[@stormrider1119]

I'm not an expert on this and worth checking the manual but I have never personally heard of overcharging on a solar G-Shock. And I have never had such an issue personally and spend a lot of time in the sun.

[@emilhakim3400]

@@stormrider1119 the manual only mention the duration of charging based on exposure level (lux), and it says to support daily use we just need 6-36 minutes charging with sunlight. So i was curious, after knowing that you chargr them for 12 hours, how it will affect the battery. Anyway thanks for the response👍

[@ameyajoshi742]

No if the Module gets overheated it will just shut down to prevent damage. The module will restart when it cools down

[@RoZZameSS]

The difference between charge times might have something to do with the size of the built-in solar panel itself (it's huge on the GWG-1000 compared to other models), which lets it "catch" sunlight more efficiently. When I got mine (brand new) it was showing medium; wore it outside to do some gardening and about 40 minutes in- the charge level jumped to high.

[@stormrider1119]

Yes I'm sure you are correct. The solar panel surface area must be correlated with the charge time. Hope you enjoy your GWG, great watch.

[@RoZZameSS]

StormRider Yes, it wears and functions great; and I'm looking forward to see Your impressive collection grow even more.

[@chrisherb3300]

I'm trying to charge my GW-7900B since 3 days now (6 hours a day) with artificial light from a smartphone flashlight, but it's still on medium. 🤔🤷🏼‍♂️

[@stormrider1119]

Have you tried just putting it on the window sill? I could be wrong but I think you will find that works well even if it isn't particularly sunny outside. And yes I have also found it can take a longer time to charge to Max but the fact its on medium is good anyway as it will last for ages from medium also. Cheers!

[@chrisherb3300]

@@stormrider1119 Thanks for your answer. I tried that too for some time, but I will give it another try to do so. - I put it out now on the balcony since it isn't that freezing here anymore and I'll keep you updated.

[@chrisherb3300]

You were right, I put the watch outside again this early sunny sunday morning and some minutes ago as I checked it again, it was on high again. 👍🏻 So it took (it bit more than) 18h with flashlight and 2 days outside in daylight what seemed more effective.

[@stormrider1119]

@@chrisherb3300 excellent result! I thought that may do the trick. The sun is always the ultimate charger even on less sunny days. Long live your GW-7900. Cheers!

[@MyScotty7]

Bought a gwg 1000 with M straight from box and stayed thay way until today which it went to L flashing.Im finding it difficult to get H on it for some reason.

[@stormrider1119]

Have you had it outside in decent sunlight for a few hours? It does take a while to charge but once it does it tends to stay that way for a long time I find. Let me know how it goes.

[@adamtayli4540]

I have the gwg1000 and the mtg1000b but it's pity that the MTG doesn't support hourly beep

[@stormrider1119]

Really? I am really surprised by that! I trust you man and I don’t own an MTG but I may double check the user guide online just in case....:) What colour GWG 1000 do you have?

[@adamtayli4540]

@@stormrider1119 I got the black one with red accents and actually you can set only one alarm but that's it

[@stormrider1119]

Adam Tayli Great choice, a fantastic watch. Yes, a shame about the MTG, but try the ‘hour beep’ with the GWG at least, trust me it helps get the blood flowing every so often; a little movement on a regular basis makes a big compounded difference. Cheers!

[@adamtayli4540]

@@stormrider1119 oups didn't read well your previous answer I thought my MTG but de gwg is the green one with yellow accents haha

[@stormrider1119]

@@adamtayli4540 ah yes, that's a great colour combo for the GWG-1000...

[@CocoCoco-zj9jt]

I own the gwm5610 and I bought 1 month ago the mudman . Worth to buy the gwg1000 ? I have a small wrist . ..

[@stormrider1119]

Honest answer is if you have small wrists definitely try on the GWG-1000 first as it may overwhelm the wrist and be too intrusive on the clothes you wear. If it feels good then it's a great watch if you do heavy duty outings etc. But genuinely the Mudman is all I'd wear for outdoor stuff if I had a small wrist. I'm wearing mine today on a beach hike and outdoor lifting session even though I have the GWG with me on the trip. Hope that helps Sir!

[@CocoCoco-zj9jt]

@@stormrider1119 yeah ! Help me lot ! Thanks 🙏 ! But I don’t know what kind of g-shock to take for everyday wearing… I feel like the mudman is boring . I used the gwm5610 one year everyday and I didn’t feel the sensation like am bored … I bought the mudman one month ago and make me feel I want to sell it to bring something else..

[@stormrider1119]

@@CocoCoco-zj9jt I would always consider the GA-2100 /2110 in a cool colour if you aren't doing anything too physically active. I love that range...

[@CocoCoco-zj9jt]

@@stormrider1119 what do you think about that?

[@Ghost-2323]

How often on the rangeman does it need recharging?

[@alexpadillayt]

how to charge what time to do so? gw-6900

[@naasirmahomed]

Why is mine beeping CHG for so long

[@stormrider1119]

Sounds like you need to get it out in some sun for a few hours. Let me know what happens...

[@vishalsharma-kv4tw]

CHG means almost no charge. All other functions of watch will get disabled. Keep it at light for atleast 6-8 hours to take it medium level

[@revolutions88]

my 9400 rangeman just went on low battery after months of it being on medium

[@JohnHadap]

I put my GW-B5600 on our rooftop, direct on a sunlight for almost under 1 hour. The backplate turned so hot and the positive LCD turned into like a negative LCD a total black colour (not in sleep mode). Then I push a button, my black LCD like a tint of ink colour slowly back to normal (positive LCD) is that normal and my watch safe for that?

[@stormrider1119]

I’ve had similar in very hot direct sun and was fine in the long term. I wouldn’t worry too much but try to avoid it happening regularly.

[@muhammadabdullah9562]

How much time it takes to full charge in direct sunlight?

[@JohnHadap]

@@muhammadabdullah9562 depends on how low the battery is Mine when it's about to 50% that's where I start to solar charge. Leave it about 20-30mins charging then check after that check ur battery level via app. Then it's up to u how long u want it to solar charge it again when battery is not full yet till it fully charge

[@muhammadabdullah9562]

@@JohnHadap thank you 😊

[@vBDKv]

Medium to high always takes forever, unless of course if in direct sunlight. I just never do that :)

[@stormrider1119]

Indeed, although my Mudman has been high forever now and Rangeman always stays in Medium. I'm working out a lot outside at the moment though.

[@ricardoortiz2811]

How long it takes?

[@vBDKv]

@@ricardoortiz2811 It took a week or two for mine in a windowsill with indirect sunlight. It has never left high ever since and that was 3 years ago.

[@stampstepper2393]

How long does an entire solar wheel last on your digital models?

[@stormrider1119]

If you mean how long will it last from a 'high' solar charge its difficult to give a duration as there are many dependencies, not least how much sun/light it gets exposed to day to day, do you have power save mode on etc. Put it this way in 12 years of ownership I've never had the solar battery on my G-9300 run empty and that's without even trying to maintain charge. It's an excellent system. I hope that helps...

[@stampstepper2393]

@@stormrider1119 it does, Thanks!

[@sham_87]

I put mine in sunlight but I'm concerned about my watch getting damaged because it gets very hot after few minutes plus I got white one..will it get yellowish..?

[@stormrider1119]

I've never heard reports of them yellowing but I don't own a white one myself so can't really say. I have mine in direct hot sun regularly and can't say it's ever caused an issue, but double check what it says in the instructions. Cheers!

[@gerardosulin]

Hello there, I got a Mudman G9300 and I´ve been trying to have it on H but I can´t. Any suggestions? Should I leave it more time under the sun or maybe I should take it to a store in order to be diagnosed. Greetings from El Salvador.

[@stormrider1119]

Hi Gerardo. Thanks a lot for the message. It can take a while to get to 'high' altbough it isn't anything to be concerned about at 'medium' is ample charge also. If you really Wan to get it there I suggest leaving it outside in the sun for a few days and it will eventually so it. I highly doubt there is a problem with the watch. Let me know how you get on.

[@watchfan6180]

Mudman needs new capacitor.

[@ianmaw66]

You said Nitecore... I think you meant Olight :)

[@stormrider1119]

Oh you are totally right! Thanks for spotting that... It's been a long day haha. Cheers Ian :)

[@kendrick1410]

These get high from just sunlight while us need expensive drugs 😂 J kidding

[@stormrider1119]

Here are some more videos on the GWG 1000 Mudmaster: kzbin.info/aero/PLSnumLQDnBptj03taKhByj-IfPW7m6VzS

[@SuPerDuPerKorean2]

Oh no not the direct sunlight ;^(

[@stormrider1119]

Mr Bourne, I liked your driving of the red mini Cooper you 'borrowed' ;)

[@SuPerDuPerKorean2]

@@stormrider1119 think I broke wheels and stuff while driving down stairs ;^/

[@stormrider1119]

@@SuPerDuPerKorean2 lol... I wish you'd been wearing a G-Shock on that mission FYI

[@SuPerDuPerKorean2]

@@stormrider1119 tag hauer link is way too old now, thinking of buying old mudmaster, think I can *handle* some agents with this as well!

[@jimlee3725]

Your mud-man simply needs a battery replacement.

[@akihiro88]

The first impression of all the other gshocks in your video compared to the gwg 1000 is quite laughable as far as aesthetics is concerned.