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The Tacx Training app will not connect to my trainer

If the Tacx Training app will not connect to your trainer, you can try these tips.
• Turn off your phone, and turn it back on again.
• Turn off Bluetooth technology on your phone, and turn it back on again.
• Disconnect the trainer's power cable, and connect it again.
• Ensure the trainer is not connected to another device or app.
• Update the Tacx Training app to the latest version.
• If you bought a new phone, remove your trainer from the Tacx Training app on the phone you intend to stop 

using.

The trainer is not responding

If the trainer stops responding, you can try these tips.
• Hold the pairing button for 5 seconds to power down the trainer and disconnect from any paired device.
• Hold the pairing button for 10 seconds to restore the device to the original factory settings.

You will need to pair the trainer with the Tacx Training app again (

Pairing the Trainer with the Tacx Training 

App, page 11

).

Pairing Your Trainer with an Edge Bike Computer

You can pair the Tacx NEO 3M trainer with a compatible Edge bike computer, such as the Edge 1040, using 
ANT+ technology. The trainer can be paired as a smart trainer for workouts and courses, or the trainer can be 
paired as a power sensor to only record power and cadence data.
For information about specific device compatibility, purchasing, or to view the owner's manual for your device, 
go to 

www.buy.garmin.com

.

Bring the Edge bike computer within 3 m (10 ft.) of the trainer.

NOTE: Stay 10 m (33 ft.) away from other wireless sensors while pairing.

On the Edge bike computer, select 

 > Sensors > Add Sensor.

NOTE: The Edge bike computer searches for nearby ANT+ technology sensors.

Wait while the device searches for your trainer.
On the Edge bike computer, a message appears.
Follow the on-screen instructions.

When the trainer is paired with your device, the trainer appears as a connected sensor. Sensor data appears 
in the data screen loop or a custom data field. You can customize the optional data fields.

Pairing Your Trainer with a Garmin Watch

You can pair the Tacx NEO 3M trainer with a compatible watch, such as the Forerunner

®

 965, using ANT+ 

technology.
For information about specific device compatibility, purchasing, or to view the owner's manual for your watch, 
go to 

www.buy.garmin.com

.

Bring the Forerunner watch within 3 m (10 ft.) of the trainer.

NOTE: Stay 10 m (33 ft.) away from other wireless sensors while pairing.

On your watch, hold 

.

Select Sensors & Accessories > Add New > Search All.

TIP: When you start an activity with the Auto Discover option enabled, the watch automatically searches for 
nearby sensors and asks if you want to pair them.

After the trainer is paired with your watch, the sensor status changes from Searching to Connected. Trainer data 
appears in the data screen loop or a custom data field. You can customize the optional data fields.

Troubleshooting

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Summary of Contents for TACX NEO 3M

Page 1: ...TACX NEO3M Owner sManual...

Page 2: ...nner and Tacx are trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries registered in the USA and other countries Garmin Connect is a trademark of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries These trademarks may not be use...

Page 3: ...nnecting the Power Cable 9 Training 9 Going for a Ride 10 Tacx Training App 11 Device Information 13 Specifications 13 Cassette Compatibility 13 Device Care and Storage 15 Troubleshooting 16 Updating...

Page 4: ......

Page 5: ...out the cassette Replacing the Cassette page 14 Read the instructions before you assemble the trainer and attach your bike Scan the QR code with the camera on your phone and follow the Tacx Training...

Page 6: ...m thru Pre installed hardware Thru Axle 12mm 148 mm thru NDS 148 Thru Assembly requires the blue tool Thru Axle 12mm 135 mm quick release Common for most road bikes with disc brakes Pre installed hard...

Page 7: ...rainer is heavy You can unfold one side and lock it and repeat for the other side 2 Ensure both sides of the trainer lock into place All indicator windows must be blue and both sides must be properly...

Page 8: ...ove the existing end cap support on the non drive side 4 Use the blue tool to install the NDS 148 Thru end cap support 5 Open the installation kit and select the Thru Axle 12mm end caps 6 Snap the end...

Page 9: ...mm quick release axle go to step 2 If you have a 135 mm quick release axle go to step 5 2 Open the installation kit and select the NDS 130 QR end cap support and the blue tool 3 Use the blue tool to...

Page 10: ...iner 8 Place the conical springs on the skewer 9 Hand tighten the cap leaving enough room for the bike frame 10 On your bike shift to the smallest cassette gear 11 Remove the rear wheel from your bike...

Page 11: ...ner and place the chain on the smallest sprocket of the trainer cassette 13 Tighten the cap and close the quick release handle TIP Close the handle between the frame bars so it s easier to grip Tacx N...

Page 12: ...ner The two sided front wheel support raises the front wheel of the bike for a natural cycling position and increased stability The narrow side of the wheel support can hold a maximum tire width of 30...

Page 13: ...r cable is in the product box Do not attempt to use a third party power cable or adapter with the Tacx NEO 3M trainer because this could lead to personal injury or damage to the trainer 1 Plug the pow...

Page 14: ...try again Training Modes Powered and Connected All features are available when the trainer is plugged into external power and connected to the Tacx Training app Standalone If there is no app or Edge...

Page 15: ...r they are paired the trainer and the app connect automatically when you start a ride TIP For Ethernet or Wi Fi network connections you can purchase a network adapter accessory at buy garmin com 1 Sel...

Page 16: ...The floor LED changes colors during training Floor LED Activity Status Blue Indicates low power output Purple Indicates medium power output Red Indicates high power output Customizing the Trainer Set...

Page 17: ...lb Cassette Compatibility The factory installed cassette is an 11 speed system compatible with Shimano and SRAM systems The installation kit contains the blue tool and optional spacers Installation Ki...

Page 18: ...e cassette in place 2 2Use a cassette lockring tool to turn the lockring counter clockwise This requires strength and leverage 2 3Remove the cassette leaving the freehub body in place 2 4Go to step 4...

Page 19: ...m 4 4 lbf ft for the locknut 7 Tighten the lockring Garmin recommends a torque of 40 N m 29 5 lbf ft for the Tacx NEO 3M cassette For any other cassette see the manufacturer s instructions Device Care...

Page 20: ...t the power cable to a wall outlet Connecting the Power Cable page 9 2 Open the Tacx Training app on your phone or tablet TIP You should check the battery level of your phone or tablet 3 Select Settin...

Page 21: ...r to view the owner s manual for your device go to www buy garmin com 1 Bring the Edge bike computer within 3 m 10 ft of the trainer NOTE Stay 10 m 33 ft away from other wireless sensors while pairing...

Page 22: ...support garmin com GUID 20BEF28B CD66 4AFB 91A3 D649D4EF8E23 v1 December 2023...

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