Good video by the way. Could i please request more review like set up, how you play along menu, bit of more on features, step counter etc. Cheers from Sydney.
Great video, thinking about getting this one for the Bluetooth capability, I have the PRW-6800, PRW-2500, PRW-3400, PRG-600 and they are all great watches.
@@AskDaveTaylor Thanks. well hmm the 6800 and 600 can also be used with any style clothing or function where as the 2500 and 3400 more towards rugged outdoors I tend to wear those for hiking and forestry when out doing wildlife photography and the 3400 has sunset sun rise functionality. The 2500 I like the most is the display with displaying Tide as well as area of the screen to store and display the bearing memory. Plus the 2500 displays moon phase. I also have most of the models that Timex made for compass, temp, tide, time. They are very cool analogs. Also have most of the Timex flyback and linear chronographs done with compass and what I like about those they have a constant main second hand so they have a 4th hand used for compass and chronograph.
Hi Dave. Just watched your video Pro Trek PRT-50. I’ve watched several on this watch, and after seeing yours I went ahead and bought one. Very clear and to the point. looking forward to the next one as I’m a collector of watches and have just got into Casio/ G Shock. Just subscribed as well.
I enjoyed this short and fun wrap-up of the Pro Trek B50, but when Dave said 'not really much else to say' I thought I better chime in and say that there are other vids about this watch, which go for much longer, and are a lot more in-depth - because this watch does have a ton of features. Cheers.
Sure, it has a lot of features, but I always try to focus on the most popular and most interesting since an exhaustive list can be obtained from Casio's Web site or documentation...
@@AskDaveTaylor oh, absolutely Dave - I agree. That was why I started with saying that I enjoyed ur vid. I just wanted ppl to know that if you are looking to buy, check out all the features first, then make ur decision. Cheers mate.
Nice backdrop Dave. I like the look of the Pro Trek but I wish it had solar charge and a sapphire crystal. That being said, I have a Rangeman (GW-9400) and love that watch, it's solar charge but after about two years, the battery shit itself and you can't change it. I also have the GPR-B1000 which is solar/USB charge and never had to manually charge it. So I guess I just got a lemon. Great review Dave!
Auto time setting, way points, tracks and step counts. That's it? I'll take the triple sensor, digital-analog and _solar_ PRG-600-1CR that I just ordered on Amazon for $139.99. Nice review btw.
This is bloody good cheers mate. Do you have to keep your phone on you for it to record the data or can you leave at home and go and it will still record
2020 and im just finding out watches have this kind of tech. How does Walmart have the same watches but cheaper than the manufacturer? I bought a Armitron and it was 15$ cheaper than the website.
Good review. I'll probably get one. As best I can tell you answered most of the questions I would have except one. When you are out of the reach of cell phone signals do you navigation features or other features go dark? What happens then? I'm thinking of some friends of mine who do open ocean sailing. Would you lose certain features (or all of them) once you get 100 miles off shore?
Thanks for the video Dave. Would like to have seen how to set it upto the phone app and a bit more detail of the app. Does it take long to set up and can you use all the functions of the watch on the app ?
The app is a completely different beast and fairly complex in its own right. Pro Trek has some videos on its site about the app, if I recall correctly, and I suggest you check them out. If not, look here on TH-cam.
Hi, maybe you can help me. Or, at least point me in the right direction to get help. I bought this exact watch and I think I got a bad one.. Everything works as it should except the analog hands don't adjust (They're stuck at 3:05) I set my home city correctly and it does pair to the app. Shouldn't pairing to the app adjust the hands of the watch as well as everything else. I tried a manual hand adjustment and the second hand does move but not the hour and minute hands. Do you happen to know if there's any way of determining if the watch is broken? I realize it could be anything from a weak battery to goodness knows what else. I just hate to think I have to pour more money, right off, into a recently purchased "new" watch. I value your opinion and would appreciate hearing your thoughts. Thank you in advance.
Please include a lume review. Specifically, turn off the studio lights or get into a dark room and show how well (or not so well) the watch lights up either by luminosity or a push button on the watch.
That's going to be entirely subjective on whether my camera can handle pitch dark and/or how it may process the signal to illuminate it better. Not sure it would really be helpful, ADV.
Dave a very nice review I liked it a lot but you should you more the watch really close up not just pics at the side but like playing around with it next time use the nature Colorado has lots to offer to make nice reviews in the wild using the watch besides that very clear very sharp and decisive now I’m going to buy it
Thanks for the feedback. The problem with shooting in the "wild" is that it's hard to get it lit, get sound right, manage the environment around me, etc. Trust me, you learn why a 90min film takes two years to make!
what can it offer if you dont have it connected with bluetooth? does the waypoint gps feature still work. Can you do a hike with just the watch and come back anad connect with bluetooth does the whole run show up?
As far as I understand, yes, you can still capture your run and you can still set waypoints as you go, then just download all the data when you're back with your bluetooth device.
Hi mate, is it easy to change the battery? Do u need to get it pressure testdd after u do it? Great review by the way.. Do u have any reviews on a casio tough solar?
I haven't changed the battery on this unit so can't say, but when I do need a new battery I just go to the local jeweler who seems extremely competent at the task. Haven't ever had a subsequent water seal problem...
Do you know if it is possible to have the watch show local time on the analogue dial while the phone & digital display is set to UTC or another time zone, & still have the syncing feature?
@@AskDaveTaylor Buying all my casio watches through E bay could not send it back with the air freight i thought that the batery did not Like the altitude . Contacted casio they referred me to a agent and because i had changed the batery warranty void the module is faulty
@@AskDaveTaylor the company is a reputable one that has an excellent rating the local casio agent confirmed the watch is legit there is something wrong with the module
I have one and I love it .I don't give it any slack and still looks brand new lots of functions. Best watch ever!
I am planning to buy one here in the Philippines. Thanks for the insight to have us today!
Thanks for the video and your time ⌚😎✌️
Nice walk through! Easy-going style and not too long, gets to the point without being terse.
Thx for the mega nice short rewiew of that watch.
Pretty cool presentation, like your sense of humor !
Good video by the way. Could i please request more review like set up, how you play along menu, bit of more on features, step counter etc. Cheers from Sydney.
If it were tough solar, it would be perfect and become the best selling watch these day.
I'd pay a bit extra to have it solar. @Casio hear our pledge!
Nice review, would like to see more of the usage settings or how to
Thanks for the video, you helped me decide which watch to buy.
Great review, thanks
Great review! Now I know what watch to buy! Great job! Thanks
Great video, thinking about getting this one for the Bluetooth capability, I have the PRW-6800, PRW-2500, PRW-3400, PRG-600 and they are all great watches.
An impressive lineup, Tom. How would you differentiate between them? Looks and color? Functionality?
@@AskDaveTaylor Thanks. well hmm the 6800 and 600 can also be used with any style clothing or function where as the 2500 and 3400 more towards rugged outdoors I tend to wear those for hiking and forestry when out doing wildlife photography and the 3400 has sunset sun rise functionality. The 2500 I like the most is the display with displaying Tide as well as area of the screen to store and display the bearing memory. Plus the 2500 displays moon phase. I also have most of the models that Timex made for compass, temp, tide, time. They are very cool analogs. Also have most of the Timex flyback and linear chronographs done with compass and what I like about those they have a constant main second hand so they have a 4th hand used for compass and chronograph.
spot on review
Hi Dave. Just watched your video Pro Trek PRT-50. I’ve watched several on this watch, and after seeing yours I went ahead and bought one. Very clear and to the point. looking forward to the next one as I’m a collector of watches and have just got into Casio/ G Shock. Just subscribed as well.
I enjoyed this short and fun wrap-up of the Pro Trek B50, but when Dave said 'not really much else to say' I thought I better chime in and say that there are other vids about this watch, which go for much longer, and are a lot more in-depth - because this watch does have a ton of features. Cheers.
Sure, it has a lot of features, but I always try to focus on the most popular and most interesting since an exhaustive list can be obtained from Casio's Web site or documentation...
@@AskDaveTaylor oh, absolutely Dave - I agree. That was why I started with saying that I enjoyed ur vid. I just wanted ppl to know that if you are looking to buy, check out all the features first, then make ur decision. Cheers mate.
Hi Dave. Nice video, thank you. Would've been great to see a pic/footage of the illumindated display in a dark environment. Cheers!
Tough shot to capture. I'll endeavor to do so for my next luminescent watch review, Hanoz!
Very nice 👌 gave good description
Great Review, great Watch. Thanks for that. I have the previous model from 1996 and it works :)
Nice backdrop Dave. I like the look of the Pro Trek but I wish it had solar charge and a sapphire crystal. That being said, I have a Rangeman (GW-9400) and love that watch, it's solar charge but after about two years, the battery shit itself and you can't change it. I also have the GPR-B1000 which is solar/USB charge and never had to manually charge it. So I guess I just got a lemon. Great review Dave!
I've replaced mine it is the CTL1616 battery easy to replace.
Solid work as always Dave 💪
Thanks for the video that's pretty cool, I just wish they had a solar version.... Good video, thanks again!
@Madison Olsen Thanks, 👍👍
I think with backlit watches it would be nice to see a quick shot of that in the dark when button is pressed.
Great idea, not sure my camera could handle it. I'll give it a try with the next watch I review.
Agree
Auto time setting, way points, tracks and step counts. That's it? I'll take the triple sensor, digital-analog and _solar_ PRG-600-1CR that I just ordered on Amazon for $139.99. Nice review btw.
I am confused in PRG-340 & PRT-B50
Which one is better according to you?
I think you did great thank you
This is bloody good cheers mate. Do you have to keep your phone on you for it to record the data or can you leave at home and go and it will still record
Thanks. The watch will record hike data even if you leave your phone at basecamp.
2020 and im just finding out watches have this kind of tech. How does Walmart have the same watches but cheaper than the manufacturer? I bought a Armitron and it was 15$ cheaper than the website.
Good review. I'll probably get one. As best I can tell you answered most of the questions I would have except one. When you are out of the reach of cell phone signals do you navigation features or other features go dark? What happens then? I'm thinking of some friends of mine who do open ocean sailing. Would you lose certain features (or all of them) once you get 100 miles off shore?
hi sir, can you make video tutorial how to use the waypoint?
Casio ProTrek has a bunch of how-to videos. Check on their Web site, Xhaiden!
Thanks for the video Dave. Would like to have seen how to set it upto the phone app and a bit more detail of the app. Does it take long to set up and can you use all the functions of the watch on the app ?
The app is a completely different beast and fairly complex in its own right. Pro Trek has some videos on its site about the app, if I recall correctly, and I suggest you check them out. If not, look here on TH-cam.
Hi, maybe you can help me. Or, at least point me in the right direction to get help. I bought this exact watch and I think I got a bad one.. Everything works as it should except the analog hands don't adjust (They're stuck at 3:05) I set my home city correctly and it does pair to the app. Shouldn't pairing to the app adjust the hands of the watch as well as everything else. I tried a manual hand adjustment and the second hand does move but not the hour and minute hands. Do you happen to know if there's any way of determining if the watch is broken? I realize it could be anything from a weak battery to goodness knows what else. I just hate to think I have to pour more money, right off, into a recently purchased "new" watch. I value your opinion and would appreciate hearing your thoughts. Thank you in advance.
Why don't you reach out to Casio customer service to have them assist?
Please include a lume review. Specifically, turn off the studio lights or get into a dark room and show how well (or not so well) the watch lights up either by luminosity or a push button on the watch.
That's going to be entirely subjective on whether my camera can handle pitch dark and/or how it may process the signal to illuminate it better. Not sure it would really be helpful, ADV.
Hi.. nice review...can you tell me what is difference between prt-b50 and prt-b50fe? Besides price
I really like the watch, but I don't know which one to buy if the GW 9400 rangeman or this?
Dave a very nice review I liked it a lot but you should you more the watch really close up not just pics at the side but like playing around with it next time use the nature Colorado has lots to offer to make nice reviews in the wild using the watch besides that very clear very sharp and decisive now I’m going to buy it
Thanks for the feedback. The problem with shooting in the "wild" is that it's hard to get it lit, get sound right, manage the environment around me, etc. Trust me, you learn why a 90min film takes two years to make!
what can it offer if you dont have it connected with bluetooth? does the waypoint gps feature still work. Can you do a hike with just the watch and come back anad connect with bluetooth does the whole run show up?
As far as I understand, yes, you can still capture your run and you can still set waypoints as you go, then just download all the data when you're back with your bluetooth device.
Hi mate, is it easy to change the battery? Do u need to get it pressure testdd after u do it? Great review by the way.. Do u have any reviews on a casio tough solar?
I haven't changed the battery on this unit so can't say, but when I do need a new battery I just go to the local jeweler who seems extremely competent at the task. Haven't ever had a subsequent water seal problem...
Do you know if it is possible to have the watch show local time on the analogue dial while the phone & digital display is set to UTC or another time zone, & still have the syncing feature?
Thank you for the video. I really like the watch but i wished they had added solar into the mix.
Yeah, I don't know why they didn't add solar charging on this unit either!
@@AskDaveTaylor maybe in a next version. So ei either wait for that or a a good price on amazon.
Great job
Thanks!
the bezel is it orange or red?
Depends on the model but my version was orange.
hi this watch have solar touch ????
Check the Pro Trek info page for this watch to learn more about specific details and features: products.protrek.com/asia-mea/en/_detail/PRT-B50-4/
How do you set the time?
Once you pair it with your smart phone, it's automatic.
@@AskDaveTaylor sweet, thank u! I ordered mine and it arrives this week 👍
Not available in India :(
Disappointing, but perhaps it'll show up in the future. Do you have any Pro Trek watches at the local stores?
@@AskDaveTaylor Hi Dave, yes I can see other models at the store.
Hey Dave I got my prt b50😊,my frnd got it for me from US.✌🙏
Can you give an example of the illumination in a dark room?
Really hard to do on camera; it has nothing to focus on so it'd be a blur. I'll experiment with some other methods on my next watch review!
Watched this video was impressed bought one batery lasted 2 weeks module faulty wont buy a casio watch again
Did you return it? Did you reach out to Casio customer service? Mine has worked perfectly for years...
@@AskDaveTaylor Buying all my casio watches through E bay could not send it back with the air freight i thought that the batery did not
Like the altitude . Contacted casio they referred me to a agent and because i had changed the batery warranty void the module is faulty
Sorry to hear that. Are you 100% sure you didn't get a counterfeit, though?
@@AskDaveTaylor the company is a reputable one that has an excellent rating the local casio agent confirmed the watch is legit there is something wrong with the module
Got it. Sorry for your experience.