ES900 Hour Format (12 Hour or 24 Hour Format) Settings

Whether your prefer the 12-hour format (AM/PM) or the 24-hour format (military time), the ES900 time recorder allows you to adjust the hour setting appropriately. Understanding how to switch between these formats can help you customize your device to better suit your needs.

Hour Format Options

Option	Hour Display Format Options	Display
1	12 Hour	PM 3:00
2	24 Hour	15:00

Set the clock’s HOUR mode to option "1" for 12-hour format or option "2" for 24-hour format. 

To change the hour to 12 Hour (AM/PM) format on the ES900:

1. Unlock the unit and remove the cover. Refer to our Getting Started article for how to Open the Unit.
2. Press SELECT until the arrow  points to HOUR. The flashing digit indicates "Hour Display Format Options".
   

   

3. Press CHANGE until the option is "1" for 12 Hour Format (AM/PM).
4. Press SET until the unit returns to normal operation mode.
5. Replace the cover and lock the unit. Refer to our Getting Started article for how to Close the Unit.

To change the hour to 24 Hour format on the ES900:

1. Unlock the unit and remove the cover. Refer to our Getting Started article for how to Open the Unit.
2. Press SELECT until the arrow points to HOUR. The flashing digit indicates "Hour Display Format Options".
   

   

3. Press CHANGE until the option is "2" for 24 Hour Format (24:00).
4. Press SET until the unit returns to normal operation mode.
5. Replace the cover and lock the unit. Refer to our Getting Started article for how to Close the Unit.