Firm ware 1.8.6 update added new features to Suunto Ambit, make the ambit a more complete navigation system and useful tool for trekking.
Two new display screens added while navigation,
Before navigate a route,
to use the navigation feature,
If you encountered map view issues, refer to this forum thread: “Map View Issues with Suunto Ambit Firmware 1.8.6“
Suunto annouced 1.8.6 firmware update available for Suunto Ambit on 9/27/2012, they have released several related documents as below:
How to update Suunto Ambit to FW 1.8.6,
New features operation:
I could not find out how to activate those new features mentioned in change log, fortunately folks over watchuseek.com stated way to work it out, read here: Suunto Ambit FW1.8.6 is out !!
i) GPS Time Keeping
ii) Chronograph
iii) Backlight Toggle Mode
iv) Route navigation visualisation on screen
note: “Recovery” selection is gone from menu, now recovery time can be read from “Logbook”.
Change log:
Suunto Ambit 1.8
———————————Additions and new features:
Route navigation visualisation on screen: Full view of the whole route and zoom view for closer details Support for 5 new languages: Finnish, Swedish, Italian, Dutch and Portuguese Chrono, that can be used without accessing exercise modes, has been added New backlight mode in which backlight goes on/off by press of the backligh button has been added GPS time keeping feature added: This feature keeps the minutes of the Ambit in correct time New GPS coordinate systems added as follows:
* British (BNG), Finnish (ETRS-TM35FIN), Finnish (KKJ)
* Irish (IG), Swedish (RT90), Swiss (CH1903)
* UTM NAD27 Alaska, UTM NAD27 Conus, UTM NAD83Improvements:
Changing the backlight mode in the settings window doesn’t change the setting anymore before that setting window is exited When searching for the POD(s) and/or HR belt there’s now a “later” option available: You can start the exercise without waiting for the POD(s) and/or the belt to be found first. Improvements in how GPS fix readiness percentages are shown Distance calculation improvements
Purchased Suunto Ambit from Davis for RM 1999. Basically a all-in-one functions watch, but IMHO, Suunto need to work on Ambit firmware (verion 1.5) and Movescount. There are few things missing out such as interval training, time based alarm while in exercise mode and standalone synchronize software (internet needed for exercise mode setting). If you needed those features urgently, Garmin 910xt will be a better choice.
Overall, it provides most of the basic features and works perfectly like it should for any sports. Been using Ambit for a month, here is somethings that i like:
The Suunto Ambit is good to go for swimming, but heart rate pod will not work well. In the water, the data can’t be transmit when the watch is not placed next to heart rate pod. However, the pod is waterproof, whcih will make easier for triathlon.
Offical Site: Suunto Ambit
User Manual: Suunto_Ambit_UserGuide_EN.pdf
Unbox Video: http://youtu.be/T0aqh_OydQU
Ambit & Protrek size compare: http://youtu.be/_TqBOOSmAfQ
My Movescount: http://www.movescount.com/members/b3ar
Official Suunto Youtube Channel: Suunto Ambit
Detail User Review: Suunto Ambit Review @FW v1.0.7 – AMBITion (Un)Fulfilled by Gerald
For new user, this is what should be done:
Ambit tips
Export a move’s map from Movescount to Google Map
Previously used a PCI card: ESI Juli@ as audio interface, but a portable USB audio needed for my laptop since formatted desktop to Ubuntu. After done some research, found out Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 having positive review and recommendation from forum.
Got it for RM 1000 from Francis (Burgercis Music) at Berjaya Times Square, locate few shops away from SMX. Some info about Burgercis Music:
If you are getting a Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 too, remember to download updated firmware: Focusrite USB 2 Driver-2.3.exe and Scarlett MixControl-1.1.exe. The more detailed user guide are available from here: Scarlett 8i6 – User Guide.pdf
I have using it for a week now, the unit perform as it should be without any problems.No latency noticed, control knob provide instant feedback, helpful Hi-Z line in (eliminate direct box), no “Pop” sound when turning it on (with monitor volume always at 3/4), useful Scarlet Plug-in and nice simple Mix Control interface. IMHO, this is currently the best you can get within the RM 1000 price range.
Below is my music demo by using Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 as audio interface. With Semi-acoustic and Bass guitar direct line-in Focusrite Scarlett 8i6. Electric guitar through Blackstar HT-1R‘s emulated output into Focusrite Scarlett 8i6.
Purchased a Nathan Endurance vest from Key Power Sports for long distance training purpose, cost RM 279.00.
Makes me headache at first, because of bouncing issue. After getting advise from Sherpa John, spent times playing with those straps and it got better. However, it will still bounce vertically at the back if the vest fill up from 1 litre onwards to the Max 2 litre. To minimize vertical bounce, i filled less than 1 litre and it started to feel right while running. (In addition, there will be noisy water splashing sound at back that you will need to get used to it.)
Nathan Endurance Info
Official Site: http://www.nathansports.com/our-products/hydrationnutrition/race-vests/endurance
Bought two hiking gadgets recently for Gunung Suku trip, 1 litre Primus Litech Trek Kettle and Fire Maple FMS-100 camp stove. Both are lightweight and easy to carry, the FMS-100 stove can be store inside Primus Kettle, it consume less space inside backpack. Cooking 1 litre of mushroom soup only takes less than 10 minutes.
Bought these items from local online store, lusuh adventure, you also can contact or ask question on the store’s Facebook page. Cost: Fire Maple FMS-100 RM 190, Butane Adapter RM 25, Primus Litech Trek Kettle RM 190.
i) Primus Litech Trek Kettle
Ultra light saucepan and frying pan made of hard-anodised aluminium for greater durability and easier cleaning. Both have folding handles and the frying pan has an internal non-stick surface. One 2207 LP gas cartridge fits in the kettle. Comes in a practical net stuff sack. Volume 1 l.
ii) Fire Maple FMS-100
Fission stove with far piezoelectricity is more agility and get more using range. The knob of valve can control the power exactly. The cookware is more stability when cooking as the support legs come with tooth design. Six foldable supporting legs toward to three directions, ensure supporting and stability more better when using. (comes with build in fire-starter)
Been searching for a road running shoes recently since getting more into road run. It was okay for Salomon XR Crossmax to do heel strike (lots of cushion on heel). But after i changed to forefoot run, it felt a little stiff, maybe due to its design purpose for trail run.
After some research on current running shoes, it came down to Newton MV2, Saucony Knivara 2 and Mizuno Wave Rider 15. Tested 3 shoes, IMO:
Saucony Kinvara 2: Light but not much of cushion and durability seems to be the least in here. Probably after i build up my speed and strength for forefoot run, i’ll get this one.
Mizuno Wave Rider 15: Heavier (10.6 oz) but it felt most comfortable, smooth on forefoot run and also seems the most durable compare to shoes above, so i bought the Limited 15th Anniversary edition in Ruby/Crystal colors.
Is been one week wearing it with current usage around 35 kilometres, and these is what i found:
Overall, i am very happy with Mizuno Wave Rider 15, good price, sharp looking and a perfect road running shoes.
During this school break, Mid Valley (in partnership with HSBC Bank Malaysia and Fun Characters International) are having an exhibition with the most loved cartoon character of all time. The “Mickey Mouse Through The Years Project 2012″, displaying over 350 6-inch, numbers of 6-feet and a 10-feet tall colorful ‘painted-on” Mickey Mouse figurines.
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