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Suunto Ambit3
The Ambit3 range was released in 2014 and the range includes sport, run, peak and vertical models.
Details about the Ambit3 can still be found on the Suunto website, plus the manual.
The Ambit3 range introduced smartphone connectivity which is a convenient way to export the session data.
Tips
- Please read the general guidance for all users of smart / sports watches.
- Set the GPS accuracy to “best” for ~1 second interval; see section 3.18.3 of the manual.
- Export the session in the FIT format (not GPX) using the Suunto app for Android or iOS.
- Should GPSResults (or the GP3S website) have trouble with the Suunto FIT file, just convert it to a GPX file using GPSBabel.
- GPSBabel will translate all of Suunto FIT data and should be used in preference to a GPX export from the Suunto app.
Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Logging | ~1 Hz when GPS accuracy is set to “best” |
| Memory | TBC |
| Battery | 10 - 20 hours, depending on the model |
| Charging | Custom USB cable |
| Download | Export from the Suunto app for Android or iOS |
| Best Format | FIT |
| Other Formats | GPX |
| GPS chipset | SiRFstar V |
| Additional Logging | No |
| Approved for GP3S | No |
| Approved for GPSTC | No |