Setting the Date/Time

Set the date and time for the machine. The date and time are used as the reference for the functions specifying the time, therefore, they need to be set accurately.

Setting the Time Zone

<Set> <Preferences>  <Timer/Energy Settings>  <Date/Time Settings>  <Time Zone>
What is UTC?
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is the primary time standard by which the world regulates clocks and time. Time differences exist depending on the country or area where the machine is used. The correct UTC time zone setting is required for Internet communications.

Setting the Current Date and Time

<Set> <Preferences>  <Timer/Energy Settings>  <Date/Time Settings>  <Current Date/Time Settings>
You can change the display format for the time.
<Time Format>
You can also specify to automatically synchronize the date and time with a server on the network using SNTP. Making SNTP Settings
If you are concerned about clock drift, periodically adjust the time of the machine.
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