excrpit from the VX-8R manual : CLOCK SET
The VX-8R has a 24-hour clock with a calendar which covers all dates from January 1,
2000 through December 31, 2099 (accuracy: ±30 sec/month).
To set the clock:
1. Press and hold the key for one second to enter the Set Mode.
2. Rotate the DIAL knob to select Set Mode Item 98: TIME
SET.
3. Press the key briefly to enable adjustment of this Menu
Item.
4. Rotate the DIAL knob to select the “year” setting.
5. Press the key briefly, then rotate the DIAL knob to
select the “month” setting.
6. Repeat the above step to set the “day,” “day of the week,”
“hour,” and “minute” selections.
7. Press the key briefly, then rotate the DIAL knob to set
“Timer Signal” On (SIG) or Off (––). In the “SIG” mode, a
double-beep will be emitted from the speaker at the top of
each hour, as long as the transceiver is turned on.
8. Press the key briefly, press the key to start the clock from “00” seconds.
9. When you have finished the time press the PTT switch to save the new setting
and return to normal operation.
73's CJ