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by texmurphy
Sun Apr 30, 2023 12:41 pm
Forum: Front Mount for Newton
Topic: New Front Mount
Replies: 29
Views: 479674

Looking for Newton Front Mount

Sadly these are no longer for sale and I have not seen any on eBay. If you are no longer using a Newton but still have the "New Front Mount for Newton" I would be interested in purchase. https://mtbbrasilia.com.br/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/FrontMountrearside.jpg Here is the front mount th...
by texmurphy
Sat Oct 08, 2022 6:18 pm
Forum: Newton
Topic: Newton still going strong!
Replies: 1
Views: 4138

Newton still going strong!

It has been 1 year since a prior post on this sub-forum. I wanted to say that my Newton is still working great after 9+ years and over 1100 activities. :D No problems with battery life and very consistent performance. Only every several months does an activity fail to upload to Isaac. The power is s...
by texmurphy
Mon May 25, 2020 2:28 pm
Forum: Isaac software
Topic: Polar V650 file format not recognized
Replies: 4
Views: 7679

Re: Polar V650 file format not recognized

You may need to remove customized fields from the Polar TCX converting to a more "standard" TCX.
Try import to e.g. Strava or Garmin or RWGPS and then export a TCX to do the Isaac merge.
by texmurphy
Thu Apr 30, 2020 3:24 pm
Forum: Isaac software
Topic: Isaac v. 4xx download link?
Replies: 4
Views: 8428

Re: Isaac v. 4xx download link?

I have download for Issac v4.1.1 for Windows. However, instead of a forum post, I suggest you email technicalsupport@velocomp.com
by texmurphy
Thu Mar 05, 2020 9:18 am
Forum: Isaac software
Topic: File>Merge GPS option gone
Replies: 6
Views: 9721

Re: File>Merge GPS option gone

Ctrl-M will also do the GPS Merge. I think this works even if not in Advanced Menus.
(Just don't be in the activity name field edit or Isaac will see a newline).
by texmurphy
Thu Feb 13, 2020 9:29 am
Forum: Isaac software
Topic: Reporting Average Headwind and Tailwind
Replies: 2
Views: 6924

Re: Reporting Average Headwind and Tailwind

Any chance for reporting average headwind and average tailwind in Isaac?
by texmurphy
Tue Feb 04, 2020 9:31 am
Forum: Isaac software
Topic: Reporting Average Headwind and Tailwind
Replies: 2
Views: 6924

Reporting Average Headwind and Tailwind

Easy enhancement request for Isaac to report the average headwind and average tailwind for an activity. The current reporting only shows Min, Avg, and Max. Export to a csv and some spreadsheet effort could do this, but the reporting seems like it would be easy in Isaac. The Effort Speed tool already...
by texmurphy
Sat Dec 14, 2019 2:25 pm
Forum: AeroPod
Topic: Garmin Vector Air
Replies: 3
Views: 4338

Garmin Vector Air

Any comment on the Garmin Vector Air?
by texmurphy
Tue Sep 17, 2019 4:52 pm
Forum: Isaac software
Topic: Isaac fails at Newton download
Replies: 1
Views: 3145

Isaac fails at Newton download

I downloaded from my Newton after a ride today. There was no irregularities during the ride, the Newton transmitted power data to my Edge 520 with no failures. There was a 20 minute cafe stop during which the Newton did not power down nor say it lost any sensors and the Edge 520 did an autopause. I ...
by texmurphy
Sun Apr 14, 2019 9:52 am
Forum: Isaac software
Topic: Mass export of iBike .ibr files to .csv?
Replies: 1
Views: 1982

Mass export of iBike .ibr files to .csv?

I am changing bicycling database programs from ST3 (SportTracks) to possibly GoldenCheetah (GC). I could use my Garmin .fit files or export tcx or fitlog from ST3. The .fit does not have Windspeed. ST3 does not export additional metrics (e.g. Windspeed or Temperature) which are present in Isaac and ...
by texmurphy
Thu Dec 27, 2018 3:26 pm
Forum: Isaac software
Topic: Isaac 5.0 for Windows is coming
Replies: 4
Views: 4206

Re: Isaac 5.0 for Windows is coming

Any progress on Isaac 5?
Especially would like ability to read latest device .fit formats when merging gps trackpoints.
by texmurphy
Tue Oct 02, 2018 4:58 pm
Forum: PowerStroke
Topic: Powerstoke analyzing a new headset
Replies: 1
Views: 7693

Powerstoke analyzing a new headset

My well worn headset was challenged by a long rainy ride in the mountains and failed. The headset had been a little stiff bearing-wise for a year and it is now a pleasure to have the front wheel turn without any effort. I was curious to see if PowerStroke would detect any increased side-to-side move...
by texmurphy
Sat Jun 30, 2018 3:55 pm
Forum: Newton General Questions
Topic: What about prices?
Replies: 20
Views: 22761

Re: What about prices?

I too like the Newton's readable screen over the hard-to-read garmin next to it.
by texmurphy
Sat Jun 30, 2018 3:51 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: DCRainmaker on Powerpod Lite
Replies: 0
Views: 11818

DCRainmaker on Powerpod Lite

https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/06/tech-tidbits-friday-powerpods-new-199-model-fenix-5-non-plus-gets-galileo-tacx-lowers-prices-eurobike-preview.html Tech Tidbits Friday: PowerPod’s new $199 model This past weekend the folks behind the PowerPod announced a new variant, the PowerPod Lite. This new m...
by texmurphy
Wed May 23, 2018 6:53 pm
Forum: Newton Technical Support
Topic: Cadence indicator
Replies: 1
Views: 6720

Re: Cadence indicator

You should check the battery voltage, should be above 2.9V.
Or just replace the battery.
Depending on the sensor, if using a magnet then leaving the crank arm with magnet over sensor can quickly deplete battery.
by texmurphy
Wed Jan 10, 2018 7:17 pm
Forum: Isaac software
Topic: Elite Turbo Muin trainer power coefficients
Replies: 6
Views: 5799

Re: Elite Turbo Muin trainer power coefficients

...The nature of its speed sensor requires the wheel diameter to be set to the actual diameter divided by 13.2, which equates to about 159mm. In Isaac, I can only find a way to set the wheel diameter by using tyre markings... In Isaac you can set the tyre circumference in Edit->Edit Profiles-> Basi...
by texmurphy
Fri Oct 06, 2017 7:45 pm
Forum: PowerPod
Topic: PowerStroke upgrade $99 - Is it really that much value added
Replies: 11
Views: 7350

Re: PowerStroke upgrade $99 - Is it really that much value a

The only time my PowerStroke has been near perfect is while riding rollers (no surprise)!
And after several roller workouts, my on-road stroke is improved. And then decays back to prior.
by texmurphy
Wed Jul 12, 2017 5:34 pm
Forum: PowerPod
Topic: PowerPod mounting with a handlebar mounted dry bag
Replies: 7
Views: 5072

Re: PowerPod mounting with a handlebar mounted dry bag

The question is: will the PowerPod work with the Newton Remote Wind Sensor?
https://velocomp-llc.myshopify.com/prod ... ind-sensor
by texmurphy
Sat Jun 17, 2017 2:58 pm
Forum: Isaac software
Topic: Gps merge with Newton from Edge 520
Replies: 1
Views: 2542

Gps merge with Newton from Edge 520

I have not had any problems merging the timing and gps coordinates from my Garmin Edge 500 .fit activities using Isaac with Newton datasets. I have just switched to an Edge 520 and now the gps merge fails in Isaac. Using Edge 520 firmware 10.00 (came installed with the 520) the merge operation fails...
by texmurphy
Thu May 25, 2017 5:13 pm
Forum: Newton Setup
Topic: Speed Displayed/Recorded at Twice the Actual
Replies: 5
Views: 9280

Re: Speed Displayed/Recorded at Twice the Actual

If satellites are not acquired before moving and the Edge decides to calibrate the wheel size, then you can get very wrong wheel circumference. Best to manually set the wheel size. A variance of 1 or 2 mm on the circumference will have negligible impact. Besides, if doing strava stuff, then the spee...
by texmurphy
Tue May 23, 2017 7:19 pm
Forum: Newton Setup
Topic: Speed Displayed/Recorded at Twice the Actual
Replies: 5
Views: 9280

Re: Speed Displayed/Recorded at Twice the Actual

The Edge 1000 is most likely in wheel size auto-calibrate mode. The Newton has you set the wheel diameter and I assume you also did this with the Forerunner. And your wheel size is what it should be. Do not let the Edge auto-calibrate the wheel circumference, rather you should manually set it. The E...
by texmurphy
Mon Mar 13, 2017 2:44 pm
Forum: Newton General Questions
Topic: Newton ant pairing when spd/cad sleeps
Replies: 3
Views: 3655

Re: Newton ant pairing when spd/cad sleeps

I have confirmed several times that when the Newton displays the lost speed/cadence message, "SPCD Fail", if you press the center button then all Ant+ pairing is lost and all must be re-paired.
by texmurphy
Wed Mar 08, 2017 7:10 pm
Forum: Newton General Questions
Topic: Newton ant pairing when spd/cad sleeps
Replies: 3
Views: 3655

Newton ant pairing when spd/cad sleeps

Since the latest FW 5.15 (corrected) upgrade I have experienced the following: * stop for break long enough that the gsc-10 goes to sleep (<5 minutes); * the Newton displays "SPD/CD FAIL"; * I press the center button and the Newton cancels all ant device pairing. If I do not press the cent...
by texmurphy
Thu Nov 24, 2016 3:52 pm
Forum: PowerPod
Topic: Black Friday Sale!!!
Replies: 2
Views: 2399

Re: Black Friday Sale!!!

I looked at the sale page and I think that 3% accuracy should be 97% accuracy.
by texmurphy
Wed Jul 27, 2016 5:56 pm
Forum: PowerPod
Topic: Different distance Garmin and Powerpod in Isaac
Replies: 12
Views: 7620

Re: Different distance Garmin and Powerpod in Isaac

You likely have your garmin set to auto-calibrate the wheel size. As a result, the garmin may use a different wheelsize on every ride. The computed wheelsize will be dependent on your gps track for the first 1 km of riding each time you start an activity. If that track is under tree cover, or not st...
by texmurphy
Wed Jun 29, 2016 6:25 pm
Forum: Isaac software
Topic: Enhanced map feature coming soon to Isaac
Replies: 10
Views: 9678

Re: Enhanced map feature coming soon to Isaac

Map zoom feature is still being missed!!!
In particular, it would be nice to have the map zoom to a selected section of track.
by texmurphy
Wed Jan 20, 2016 6:11 pm
Forum: PowerPod
Topic: PowerPod and speed sensor problems with Garmin GSC-10 sensor
Replies: 3
Views: 4688

Re: PowerPod and speed sensor problems with Garmin GSC-10 se

Low battery voltage on the gsc-10 will kill speed sensor reporting while still reporting cadence. Any voltage below 3.0V may yield intermittent speed reporting. Gsc-10 battery can discharge overnight if either of the magnets is stored over the sensors (wheel magnet at 9 o'clock or crank magnet at 3 ...
by texmurphy
Mon Jan 18, 2016 2:46 pm
Forum: Isaac software
Topic: Merging ride in Isaac
Replies: 5
Views: 4847

Re: Merging ride in Isaac

You are running Basic Menus in Isaac. Do View->Menus->Advanced and then check the File Menu. Should now be there. @Velocomp: When I select the GPS tab (instead of Peaks) for an activity without merged gps, it would be nice if it did an implicit Ctrl-M (Merge GPS). Instead it gives an ad for the Trac...
by texmurphy
Sat Dec 05, 2015 5:57 pm
Forum: Newton Firmware
Topic: 5.09 and Fit trn defaults to ON
Replies: 8
Views: 12053

Re: 5.09 and Fit trn defaults to ON

To do a trip reset, exit Fit Train (press-hold center button). Then select bike computer screen, then press-hold to do trip reset. When I am in the Bike Computer Screen, press-hold of center button shows Trip Reset. In Setup I turned OFF the Fit trn and that allows me to do Trip Reset with the Cent...
by texmurphy
Sat Dec 05, 2015 4:51 pm
Forum: Newton Firmware
Topic: 5.09 and Fit trn defaults to ON
Replies: 8
Views: 12053

Re: 5.09 and Fit trn defaults to ON

My Newton is a Newton+ from June 2014 which was upgraded to a Newton 5 in May 2015. As far as I know I do not have the Tinkoff edition. Unlock feature list shows: Trainer feature; GT Key; PowerStroke; 4X memory Upgrade; and FW5 Upgrade. Should the feature list show Tinkoff? How do I do a Trip Reset ...