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Tacx Training App

You can download the Tacx® Training app to your compatible phone, tablet, or computer.

  • Ride exciting courses without leaving your home.

  • Create your own rides, workouts, and more.

  • Manage your training, customize the default settings, and diagnose issues.

  • Sync your indoor training data with your Garmin Connect™ account.

  • Update your trainer software (Updating the Trainer Software).

Pairing the Trainer with the Tacx Training App

The first time you pair the trainer with the Tacx Training app, you must connect the trainer to an external power source. After 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. Select an option:

    • Scan the QR code with the camera on your phone, and follow the on-screen instructions.

      QR symbol

    • To add the Tacx NEO 3M trainer to your existing account, open the Tacx Training app, and select Settings > Device Manager.

  2. On the trainer, press the pairing button Callout number 1.

    The LED Callout number 2 flashes blue.


    Trainer with glyphs
  3. On the Tacx Training app, follow the on-screen instructions.

    On the Tacx Training app, the connected trainer icon is green.

  4. Select a workout or course.
  5. Start pedaling.

    The trainer LED changes from white to blue when the trainer is controlled by the app (LED Status).

LED Status

The LED changes based on the trainer status and type of connection.

LED Activity

Status

White

The trainer is active and working properly.

Blue

The trainer is controlled by your Bluetooth® device.

Flashing blue

The trainer is in pairing mode.

Green

The trainer is controlled by your ANT‍+® device.

Yellow

The trainer is controlled by the Tacx smart network adapter (sold separately).

Flashing cyan

The trainer software is updating.

Flashing red

Indicates a critical trainer error. You can check the Tacx Training app for more information.

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 Settings from the App

Before you can change the trainer settings, you must pair the trainer with the Tacx Training app (Pairing the Trainer with the Tacx Training App).

  1. Open the Tacx Training app.
  2. Select Settings > Device Manager.
  3. Select your trainer.
  4. Select Trainer Settings > Device Defaults to set the default body weight or bike weight.

    This is used if a third-party app does not provide weight data.

  5. If necessary, select Settings > Training Settings to update your body weight and customize your training preferences.
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