How to set the password on the Seiko Z120

The Seiko Z120 allows an optional four digit password to be programmed to protect against unauthorised changes to the settings.

When enabled, you will be required to input this four digit password before you can alter any programming.



To set the four digit password, follow the procedure below.

1. With the power applied to the Seiko Z120, unlock and remove the cover.




2. Press the SETTING button once.  This will enter program mode.




3. Once in program mode, the display will show " ".




4. Press and hold buttons 1 and 2 together for 2-3 seconds.  This will enter password mode.




5. The Seiko Z120 will enter password programming.  The screen will change and PS will appear on the left.




6. As no password is currently set, you must program a new password.
   
   
   In this example, the password will be 1234.
   
   
   Initially, the first digit of the new password will be flashing.  Press the or buttons to alter the first digit.
   
   
   
   Press the SET button to proceed to the second digit.



7. The second digit of the new password will now be flashing.  Press the or buttons to alter the second digit.
   
   
   
   Press the SET button to proceed to the third digit



8. The third digit of the new password will now be flashing.  Press the or buttons to alter the third digit.
   
   
   
   Press the SET button to proceed to the fourth digit.



9. The fourth digit of the new password will now be flashing.  Press the or buttons to alter the fourth digit.
   
   
   
   Press the SET button to complete the procedure and change the password.
   
   
   The password has now been set.



10. Press the SETTING button once.  This will exit program mode.


If you don't press the SETTING button to complete programming, the Z120 will remain in program mode and will not accept time cards.





11. Replace and lock the cover.