What do you think of the new AMB in car system?

[ted]

I guess one problem is that it only works when the AMB loop is active, correct? Here is the AMB info if interested....

The Ultimate In-Car Laptimer Is Here!
Imagine instantly receiving your personal OFFICIAL laptimes and results directly from your organization's AMB timing and scoring system. With the DisplayIT, you receive the practice, qualifying and race data you have been looking for.

Instantly Receive:

Your Official AMB Laptimes
Current Overall Position
(based on all laptimes on track)
Gap with Car Ahead of You
Total Laps Made in Session
Gap with Best Laptime
Track Time
...and much more.

Laptimes During Practice, Qualifying and Racing
The data you need is within easy view during your testing, practice and races. How far ahead is the guy in front? How many laps have I done? As you cross start/finish, your race data is instantly updated. Eliminate the need for pitboards and simply check the DisplayIT to see if you have increased or decreased your laptime.

SAVE $50 on the DisplayIT and AMB Personal Transponder
For a limited time only, we are offering a special package value for racers who do not yet have an AMB Personal Transponder. Even if you don't need a Personal Transponder, we will still give you Free UPS Ground shipping if you order online at http://shop.amb-it.com.
Key Features
No Beacons to Setup
Official Laptimes
Uses Your AMB Personal Transonder Number
Powered by Car's Power Source (9v-14v)
Stores last 24 laps
Easy to Read
Size: 4.75" w x 3.25" h



Contact Information:
AMB i.t. US, Inc.
3200 Highlands Pkwy Ste. 104
Smyrna, GA 30082
Phone: 678-816-4000
E-mail: info@amb-us.com
Web: www.amb-it.com

[ErVikingo]

My thougtht is that is convenient but very pricey.......

[Jack Olsen]

It only stores a handful of laps and then throws them away. In order for it to work at all, your group needs to have upgraded to the latest AMB system (PCA hasn't, for example).

I don't think it replaces a guy in the pits telling you who's ahead of you and what traffic/obstacles/flags are between you and him. It also doesn't replace an Ultralap or other lap timer.

But it's still a pretty neat gadget.

[jacko241]

I like the idea alot, but it is pricey. In the class I run, SCCA GT-2, my 911 is already at a disadvantage to the newer cars, and I have yet to get down to the allowable minimum weight (2080), so I thought about it, but I just hate to do anything that even adds a few ounces. I guess I could go on a diet.

[Plavan]

I thought my side business was "UP S*&^ Creek" when I saw the AMB lap timer..... but when you look at the AMB timer, it is VERY limited.
1). Only stores the last 24 laps (a joke)
2). Like Jack mentioned, groups need the latest software for it to work (Costs Money$$$)
3). Will not work for the guys that go to track/practice days (Willow Springs Fridays) because they do not run AMB and do not have the software.
4). Very Pricey!

Looks good though. Would be great for Enduro's so you could see your position. That's about it though

[Vintage911Racer]

Too Expensive for what you get, Does not store enough laps. No computer download option like the Ultra lap..