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Suunto Launches A Wireless Sports Area Network (WSAN)

01/07/2004

New Sensors to Combine Speed and Distance with the Training Data of Suunto t6

Suunto t6 is the first sports instrument able to measure the effect of every training session on one's physical condition. Now Suunto launches three Peripheral Observation Devices (PODs) that expand Suunto t6 to a wireless sports area network. The PODs are developed for measuring data of running and biking and for communicating with a PC. They combine the speed and distance information with the physiological analysis of Suunto t6.

Foot POD is a speed and distance sensor for running. A runner's stride length constantly changes during a workout due to fatigue and variations in the terrain or the runner's speed. Attached to a shoe, the Foot POD measures the length of each stride using three acceleration sensors, providing highly accurate and responsive speed and distance information to the user. The Foot POD is based on inertial sensing technology, not GPS, and therefore can be used anywhere, also inside. Combined with the heart rate data from Suunto t6, it gives all the information that is needed from running.

Bike POD is a speed and distance sensor for cycling. It combines the speed and distance functions with the detailed heart rate analysis and training benefits of Suunto t6, making it one of the most advanced training tools ever developed for bikers. Linking a Foot POD or a Bike POD with Suunto t6 adds a new set of functions to Suunto t6. In addition to heart rate and stopwatch, Suunto t6 displays current speed, distance from start and lap distance. Furthermore, it stores lap times automatically by the distance set by the user, alarms for too fast or too slow speed, and offers an interval training function based on distance. The complete speed profile of the run or ride can be seen on the PC and compared to altitude and to the physiological body parameters, such as oxygen consumption or energy expenditure. Thanks to the excellent accuracy of the measured data, this opens new possibilities for systematic training analysis and performance testing.

PC POD is a wireless USB link for PC that enables easy and practical downloading of data from Suunto t6, Foot POD and Bike POD. The wireless transmission makes Suunto t6 even more convenient to use and also facilitates remote athlete monitoring applications. Suunto t6 and the PODs use the new Dynastream ANT transmission technology developed by Dynastream and migrated to the Suunto t6 platform in a joint effort by Suunto and Dynastream. Its main features are small footprint, reliable two-way data transmission and ultra-low power consumption.

Availability

Foot POD from September, Bike POD and PC POD by the end of this year.

Suunto is the leading manufacturer of sports instruments for a variety of activities, including training, golf, skiing, hiking, diving and sailing. The Company's focus is on sports activities where advanced measurement technology and data processing can generate significant performance benefits for active people. Suunto, headquartered in Vantaa, Finland, is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Helsinki-based Amer Group.

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Suunto is the leading manufacturer of sports instruments for a variety of sports, including golf, training, skiing, hiking, diving and sailing. The Company's focus is on sports activities where advanced measurement technology, data processing and specific algorithms can generate significant performance benefits for active participants. Suunto, headquartered in Vantaa, Finland, is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Helsinki-based Amer Group.

Dynastream Innovations Inc. is a privately owned company based in Cochrane, Alberta, Canada with world-leading expertise in the research and development of proprioceptive, or "smart," devices using inertial and wireless technology for consumer, commercial, medical and industrial markets.

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