Never stop cycling with the ultimate GPS bike computer you can depend on when you need it most. Edge 1040 is ready for any ride, from remote gravel trails to epic climbs.
How effective is your training? Automatically evaluate your recent exercise history and performance indicators to see if you’re training productively, peaking or overreaching1.
DAILY SUGGESTED WORKOUTS
For training guidance that takes you and your fitness level into account, get daily ride suggestions based on your current training load and VO2 max1.
SYNC TRAINING PLANS
Get your indoor and outdoor training plans from the Garmin Connect™ smart-device app, or sync seamlessly to your Edge device from other apps, including the TrainingPeaks® app. Plus, get prompts to complete a missed workout.
HEAT AND ALTITUDE ACCLIMATION
Prepare yourself for any environment. See how your body is holding up in different environments with heat and altitude acclimation1.
CLIMBPRO FEATURE
Automatically see the remaining ascent and grade when you’re climbing while following a route or course. This helps you gauge your effort and see how much you have left to suffer. You can even save your climbs for postride review on your device or in the Garmin Connect app.
NUTRITION AND HYDRATION ALERTS
Get the insight you need to stay fueled, mile after mile. Edge 1040 will notify you when it’s time to hydrate or eat.
CYCLING DYNAMICS
Take advantage of advanced cycling metrics1 designed to give insight into how your performance changes based on variable conditions such as position, bike setup, ride duration and more.
MTB DYNAMICS
Track the epic details of every ride with mountain biking metrics such as jump count, jump distance and hang time.
GRIT AND FLOW
Grit rates the difficulty of a ride using GPS, elevation and other data. Flow measures how smoothly you descend a trail so you have a score to beat next time.
EXTENDED BATTERY LIFE
Edge 1040 will get up to 35 hours of battery life — even in demanding use cases — and up to 70 hours in battery saver mode. Double that battery life with the optional Garmin Charge™ power pack.
Find more than just routes.
MULTI-BAND GNSS
Get better positional accuracy and coverage — even in the most challenging environments — with multi-system, multi-band GNSS technology.
RIDE TYPE-SPECIFIC MAPS
Ride like a local, whatever your bike type, with improved maps that highlight popular roads and trails plus searchable points of interest (POIs).
TRAILFORKS APP
With routable worldwide MTB trail data and POIs from Trailforks, easily search for trails directly on your Edge. Or download the Trailforks app to transfer your planned routes from the Trailforks website.
FORKSIGHT MODE
This mode automatically displays upcoming forks in the trail and gives you context by showing where you are within a trail network.
TURN-BY-TURN DIRECTIONS
Never get lost with turn-by-turn directions and alerts that notify you of upcoming turns.
OFF-COURSE RECALCULATION
Feel free to pause route guidance and off-course notifications while you go off-course to explore. When you’re ready to get back on track, Edge 1040 will show you the way.
SHIMANO STEPS EBIKE SYSTEM COMPATIBLE
View a dedicated eBike status screen, data fields and support for system status and warning messages. Even see assist level, gear position, battery life and more during a ride.
Protect yourself and your bike.
INREACH® DEVICE COMPATIBILITY
Stay in touch wherever you ride by pairing Edge with a compatible inReach device. View and reply to messages, share trip data, and trigger interactive SOS alerts2.
VARIA™ COMPATIBILITY
Pair the Edge 1040 bike computer with your Varia rearview radar and lights so you can easily see and be seen.
INCIDENT DETECTION
This Edge automatically sends a message with your location to preloaded emergency contacts if it detects an incident3.
BIKE ALARM
The PIN-protected bike alarm will notify you on your smartphone if your bike is moved while you’re inside getting water or making a pit stop.
GROUP MESSAGING
Stay in Touch4 with your riding crew when you get separated from the pack.
GROUPTRACK FEATURE
Keep an eye on your riding companions, even when they fall out of sight — and let them keep an eye on you4. GroupTrack can keep tabs on up to 50 of your friends at once. Just look at your screen to see updates.
Get connected.
SMART NOTIFICATIONS
Receive texts and alerts right on your Edge device when paired with your compatible smartphone.
SYNC WITH GARMIN CONNECT
The Garmin Connect app is home to a thriving online community where people on the go can connect and compete — and even share their triumphs via social media.
CONNECT IQ™ STORE
Download custom data fields, and get apps and widgets from our Connect IQ Store app downloaded to your compatible smartphone.
SMART TRAINER COMPATIBILITY
Pair Edge 1040 with your Tacx® indoor trainer so you can ride when you want and where you want.
AUTOMATIC SETUP
Be ready to ride in moments, instead of wasting time configuring settings. Get prepopulated custom ride profiles based on your previous Edge bike computer, ride types or your sensors. Once on your Edge, you can manage your ride profiles directly from your device or compatible smartphone.
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Customise your Garmin device using the Connect IQ™ Store
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Take your cycling experience to the next level.
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Get a better understanding of your ride.
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1 When paired with your compatible sensors (sold separately)
2 Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communications devices. It is the responsibility of the user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.
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short_description: <p>The FLUX S Smart checks all the boxes when you are looking for a Smart direct drive trainer. Reliable, accurate, silent, strong and offering a good ride feel. This bike trainer is the ideal indoor training companion for the many hours sweating and cycling with your favourite apps.</p>
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<h4>ACCURATE</h4>
Measures your power accurately within 3,0%.</div>
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<h4>SILENT</h4>
The most silent flywheel equipped bike trainer available.</div>
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<h4>SMART TRAINER</h4>
Connect to popular training apps, like Zwift & Tacx.</div>
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<h4>SIMULATION RANGE</h4>
Realistically simulate inclines up to a 10% gradient.</div>
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<h4>SPRINT</h4>
A strong trainer with a maximum sprint resistance of 1500 watts.</div>
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<h4>HEAVY FLYWHEEL</h4>
A large 7,0 kg flywheel ensures the best ride feel.</div>
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<p>ЛИНК со сите детали - <a href="https://tacx.com/product/flux-s-smart/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tacx.com/product/flux-s-smart/</a>Спецификации</p>
<h2>FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS</h2>
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<tr class="alt subheader"><th>FEATURES</th>
<td> </td>
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<tr><th>Type of trainer</th>
<td><span class="panel-link" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #41b6e6; cursor: pointer;" data-title="" data-content="<h3>Working principle of Tacx trainers </h3> <p>All Tacx trainers are magnetic trainers, the resistance is caused by a magnetic field. You can set the trainer’s resistance precisely as required as the magnitude of this field is adjustable. The result is a highly functional, contact- and maintenance-free resistance unit.</p> <p>The magnetic field is realized differently amid the various types of resistance units, causing a difference in the trainer’s functionality and usability. </p> <p><strong>Direct drive</strong><br /> The bike is placed in the direct drive trainer without its rear wheel; the resistance is applied directly to the rear axle. This causes a more realistic and user-friendly trainer. There are no transmissions causing any loss of power, ensuring a very realistic cycling feeling and accurate measurements of your speed, cadence and power. In addition, there is no wear and no slipping of the tyre; the direct drive is maintenance free and your bike is easily mounted on it.</p> <p><strong>Motor brake</strong><br /> The motor brake is the most advanced resistance unit producing the most realistic cycling feeling. The resistance is calculated and generated by an electromotor. The motor can both hold back (brake) and drive the wheel or chain, enabling the simulation of a descent. It will keep spinning; just like outdoors you do not have to pedal. This downhill drive feature also enables a realistic simulation of the dead point in your pedal stroke. In addition, the motor brake is the most powerful and can generate high resistance at low speeds. This makes the motor brake especially suited for simulating steep climbs. Due to these features, Tacx trainers with a motor brake are ideally suited for training on mountain stages.</p> <p><strong>Wireless motor brake</strong><br /> A wireless motor brake is an electromotor with a generator; it generates its own energy from your pedal stroke. The trainer uses this energy to communicate and produce the needed resistance. As the trainer does not require an external power source, it can be placed anywhere you like. </p> <p>As its power is generated from your movement, the trainer cannot simulate a descent. You are not pedalling, so it cannot generate any energy.</p> <p><strong>Electro brake</strong><br /> An electro brake features one row with electromagnets and one with permanent magnets, with a rotating disc in between. The resistance is set automatically by increasing or decreasing the current through the electromagnets.</p> <p><strong>Magnet brake</strong><br /> The resistance is realized by permanent magnets so trainers with a magnet brake do not require power. The Booster features two rows of magnets; other basic trainers feature one row of magnets and a disc. The magnetic field increases or decreases by changing the position of the magnets, which is done manually with a lever to set the resistance. </p> <p>The Satori Smart is equipped with a long-life battery to enable communication.</p> " data-image="https://mk0tacxpwbcps2mf5.kinstacdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Tacx-trainers-working-principle-1920x1080px-1.jpg">Interactive Smart direct drive with electric brake</span></td>
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<tr class="alt"><th>Magnets</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">8 Permanent ferrite magnets & 8 electromagnets</span></td>
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<tr><th>Transmission</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">None</span></td>
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<tr class="alt"><th>Electrical requirements</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">110-240 Volt</span></td>
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<tr><th>Power indicator</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">None</span></td>
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<tr class="alt"><th>Connection indicator (ANT/BT)</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">2 LEDs</span></td>
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<tr><th>Firmware upgradable</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Yes</span></td>
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<tr class="alt"><th>Suitable cassettes</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Not suitable for Specialized SCS system </span>, <span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Shimano & SRAM: 8 - 11 speed. Campagnolo, SRAM XD and XD-R body sold separately</span></td>
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<tr><th>Suitable axles</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Width of rear fork: Race 130 mm, MTB 135 mm. Adapters for other widths available</span></td>
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<tr class="alt"><th>Suitable bikes</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Race, Tri & MTB</span></td>
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<tr><th>Supplied with</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Quick release for road bikes and mountain bikes (5mm) </span>, <span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">1 month Tacx Premium software</span></td>
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<tr class="alt subheader"><th>SPECIFICATIONS</th>
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<tr><th>Max. power (40 km/h)</th>
<td><span class="panel-link" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #41b6e6; cursor: pointer;" data-title="" data-content="<h3>Brake force & brake power</h3> <p>The brake power of the trainer is the result of the brake force and mass inertia of the trainer and dependent on your speed. For example, a NEO Smart is capable of generating 2200W at 40km/h, while a Vortex can power up to 950W at this speed. A trainer with high brake power can generate high resistance at low speeds, so it can realistically simulate steep inclines.</p> <p>The higher the brake force, the steeper the incline can be simulated at a certain weight. For example, the NEO has a brake force of 250N and can therefore simulate a slope realistically up to 25% at a weight of 75kg. The trainer’s brake force, expressed in Newtons (N), is defined by the structural architecture that causes the resistance, like the kind and amount of magnets. Which brake force is required for an accurate simulation is defined by the weight, slope, air resistance and rolling resistance. All these factors are taken into account in the simulation.</p> <p>The mass inertia represents the needed energy to set the flywheel in motion or accelerate it. In contrast to an actual flywheel, a virtual flywheel can change the mass inertia precisely to the conditions; like speed, slope and weight. Therefore, a virtual flywheel is adjusted to accurately simulate the rider’s weight. This results in the most realistic simulation.</p> " data-image="https://mk0tacxpwbcps2mf5.kinstacdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Tacx-trainers-brake-force-1920x1080px-1920x1080.jpg">1500 Watt</span></td>
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<tr class="alt"><th>Max. incline</th>
<td><span class="panel-link" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #41b6e6; cursor: pointer;" data-title="" data-content="<h3>Brake force & brake power</h3> <p>The brake power of the trainer is the result of the brake force and mass inertia of the trainer and dependent on your speed. For example, a NEO Smart is capable of generating 2200W at 40km/h, while a Vortex can power up to 950W at this speed. A trainer with high brake power can generate high resistance at low speeds, so it can realistically simulate steep inclines.</p> <p>The higher the brake force, the steeper the incline can be simulated at a certain weight. For example, the NEO has a brake force of 250N and can therefore simulate a slope realistically up to 25% at a weight of 75kg. The trainer’s brake force, expressed in Newtons (N), is defined by the structural architecture that causes the resistance, like the kind and amount of magnets. Which brake force is required for an accurate simulation is defined by the weight, slope, air resistance and rolling resistance. All these factors are taken into account in the simulation.</p> <p>The mass inertia represents the needed energy to set the flywheel in motion or accelerate it. In contrast to an actual flywheel, a virtual flywheel can change the mass inertia precisely to the conditions; like speed, slope and weight. Therefore, a virtual flywheel is adjusted to accurately simulate the rider’s weight. This results in the most realistic simulation.</p> " data-image="https://mk0tacxpwbcps2mf5.kinstacdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Tacx-trainers-brake-force-1920x1080px-1920x1080.jpg">10%</span></td>
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<tr><th>Simulation of descent</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">No</span></td>
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<tr class="alt"><th>Max. torque</th>
<td><span class="panel-link" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #41b6e6; cursor: pointer;" data-title="" data-content="<h3>Brake force & brake power</h3> <p>The brake power of the trainer is the result of the brake force and mass inertia of the trainer and dependent on your speed. For example, a NEO Smart is capable of generating 2200W at 40km/h, while a Vortex can power up to 950W at this speed. A trainer with high brake power can generate high resistance at low speeds, so it can realistically simulate steep inclines.</p> <p>The higher the brake force, the steeper the incline can be simulated at a certain weight. For example, the NEO has a brake force of 250N and can therefore simulate a slope realistically up to 25% at a weight of 75kg. The trainer’s brake force, expressed in Newtons (N), is defined by the structural architecture that causes the resistance, like the kind and amount of magnets. Which brake force is required for an accurate simulation is defined by the weight, slope, air resistance and rolling resistance. All these factors are taken into account in the simulation.</p> <p>The mass inertia represents the needed energy to set the flywheel in motion or accelerate it. In contrast to an actual flywheel, a virtual flywheel can change the mass inertia precisely to the conditions; like speed, slope and weight. Therefore, a virtual flywheel is adjusted to accurately simulate the rider’s weight. This results in the most realistic simulation.</p> " data-image="https://mk0tacxpwbcps2mf5.kinstacdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Tacx-trainers-brake-force-1920x1080px-1920x1080.jpg">22.1 Nm</span></td>
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<tr><th>Max. brake force</th>
<td><span class="panel-link" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #41b6e6; cursor: pointer;" data-title="" data-content="<h3>Brake force & brake power</h3> <p>The brake power of the trainer is the result of the brake force and mass inertia of the trainer and dependent on your speed. For example, a NEO Smart is capable of generating 2200W at 40km/h, while a Vortex can power up to 950W at this speed. A trainer with high brake power can generate high resistance at low speeds, so it can realistically simulate steep inclines.</p> <p>The higher the brake force, the steeper the incline can be simulated at a certain weight. For example, the NEO has a brake force of 250N and can therefore simulate a slope realistically up to 25% at a weight of 75kg. The trainer’s brake force, expressed in Newtons (N), is defined by the structural architecture that causes the resistance, like the kind and amount of magnets. Which brake force is required for an accurate simulation is defined by the weight, slope, air resistance and rolling resistance. All these factors are taken into account in the simulation.</p> <p>The mass inertia represents the needed energy to set the flywheel in motion or accelerate it. In contrast to an actual flywheel, a virtual flywheel can change the mass inertia precisely to the conditions; like speed, slope and weight. Therefore, a virtual flywheel is adjusted to accurately simulate the rider’s weight. This results in the most realistic simulation.</p> " data-image="https://mk0tacxpwbcps2mf5.kinstacdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Tacx-trainers-brake-force-1920x1080px-1920x1080.jpg">65 N</span></td>
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<tr class="alt"><th>Flywheel</th>
<td><span class="panel-link" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #41b6e6; cursor: pointer;" data-title="" data-content="<h3>The flywheel</h3> <p>To make the cycling feeling as realistic as possible, all Tacx trainers are equipped with a flywheel. When you are cycling outdoors and stop pedalling, your bike does not stop rolling immediately. The same effect is seen in the dead point of your pedal stroke. The kinetic energy causing the bike to keep rolling is simulated by the trainer’s flywheel; this is called the flywheel effect or mass inertia. The heavier the flywheel, the more realistic the cycling feeling. </p> <p><strong>Virtual flywheel</strong><br /> Tacx trainers are equipped with an actual or a virtual flywheel. The best experience is achieved with an exact simulation of the rider’s weight, which is only possible with a virtual flywheel. In this case, the trainer simulates the mass inertia instead of producing it with an actual flywheel. In contrast to the actual flywheel, the virtual flywheel can adjust the mass inertia to the circumstances; like speed, slope and weight. For example, when you ride up a mountain you will experience a different cycling feeling than when you are riding with high speed on a flat road. Therefore, the virtual flywheel is the best solution for an optimal cycling experience.</p> <p>Trainers equipped with a virtual flywheel are the NEO Smart and Genius models. The Bushido Smart is a combination of an actual and virtual flywheel.</p> " data-image="https://mk0tacxpwbcps2mf5.kinstacdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Tacx-trainers-flywheel-1920x1080px-1-1920x1080.jpg">Actual of 7 kg</span></td>
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<tr><th>Mass inertia</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">22.8kg (50.3 lbs)</span></td>
</tr>
<tr class="alt"><th>Calibration</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Spin down</span></td>
</tr>
<tr><th>Footprint (lxw)</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">670 x 642 mm (26.4 x 25.3 in)</span></td>
</tr>
<tr class="alt"><th>Height</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">460 mm (18.1 in)</span></td>
</tr>
<tr><th>Dimensions when folded</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Not foldable</span></td>
</tr>
<tr class="alt"><th>Weight</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">22.8kg (50.3lbs)</span></td>
</tr>
<tr><th>Article number</th>
<td>T2900S</td>
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<tr class="alt subheader-padding"><th> </th>
<td> </td>
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<tr class="alt subheader"><th>DATA OUTPUT AND CONTROL</th>
<td> </td>
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<tr><th>Wireless communication</th>
<td><span class="panel-link" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #41b6e6; cursor: pointer;" data-title="" data-content="<h3>Smart technology</h3> <p>Smart technology refers to the Smart electronics products use to communicate. Tacx Smart trainers can be connected to any device, and several devices simultaneously, as they communicate via ANT+ and Bluetooth® Smart.</p> <p>Tacx Smart trainers are characterized by the following features:<br /> 1. Open wireless communication<br /> 2. Measuring and receiving performance data<br /> 3. Upgradable firmware<br /> 4. Standalone training</p> <p><strong>Open wireless communication</strong><br /> The functionality of Tacx Smart trainers is improved by enabling the communication with as many devices and apps as possible. This way you can use almost any training option. This is realized by using standardized wireless communication protocols: ANT+ FE-C and Bluetooth Smart open.</p> <p><em>ANT+ FE-C protocol</em><br /> The ANT+ FE-C protocol enables Smart trainers to communicate with third party software on desktops, bike computers and sport watches. The interactive trainers can be controlled by Tacx software, or other computer software like Zwift and the Garmin Edge 520.</p> <p>We got to work directly after ANT+ launched the ANT+ FE-C protocol. The result: our indoor trainers are the first to be ANT+ FE-C certified and use the new language. ANT+ FE-C stands for “ANT+ Fitness Equipment Control”. Until now, trainers of various brands communicated in their own language. Therefore they did not understand each other and could not communicate. By implementing the new language – the ANT+ FE-C open profile – in trainers and software they are able to communicate and connect with each other.</p> <p><em>Bluetooth Smart</em><br /> This is also called Bluetooth 4.0 and Bluetooth low energy and enables communication with smartphones, tablets and sport watches. With Bluetooth Smart the interactive trainers are controlled by Tacx apps and other apps such as TrainerRoad and Kinomap.</p> <p>After creating the ANT+ FE-C open protocol, we started creating an open protocol for Bluetooth. Smartphones and tablets can often only receive the Bluetooth signal, not the ANT+ signal. By sending the same language as the ANT+ FE-C protocol via Bluetooth, Smart trainers can also communicate with third party apps on devices that only have a Bluetooth receiver. This protocol has been created by Tacx and is available to software manufacturers, so that everybody can link a Tacx Smart trainer to the software of their choice.</p> <p><strong>Connect to multiple devices simultaneously<br /> </strong>As the trainer uses both communication protocols, it can connect to several devices at the same time. For example, you can ride a Tacx Film on your tablet while reading and storing your performance data in Garmin Connect on your bike computer. This way you can keep track of your performance in your favourite apps.</p> <p><strong>Measure and receive performance data<br /> </strong>All Tacx Smart trainers measure your speed, cadence and power and transmit this via ANT+ and Bluetooth Smart so that it can be received at several devices simultaneously. The interactive trainers can also receive these signals in order to adjust the resistance.</p> <p>To receive your heart rate you will need a heart rate monitor that communicates via ANT+ or Bluetooth 4.0. The monitor is connected to the app you are using, and the app communicates this to the trainer.</p> <p><strong>Upgradable firmware<br /> </strong>Product optimizations and improving the trainers’ functionalities is a continuous project at Tacx. You can add firmware improvements, for example for the cycling feeling or an extra feature, to the Smart trainer you are already using with the Tacx Utility app. This free app is available in the App store and on Google Play. After installing the app you can test whether there is a firmware update available and if yes, directly upgrade your trainer. This way you always profit from the latest firmware!</p> <p><strong>Standalone training</strong><br /> Tacx Smart trainers also function without being connected to a device; they will simulate a flat road. This is perfect for straightforward, short training as you simply get on and start riding.</p> <p>As soon as you start pedalling the trainer recognizes it is not connected and calculates the needed resistance for a flat road. In doing so, it takes all relevant factors into account, like rolling resistance and air resistance. This ensures a very realistic simulation of a flat road. The resistance changes progressively: the higher your speed, the higher the resistance.</p> " data-image="https://mk0tacxpwbcps2mf5.kinstacdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Smart-technology-1920x1080px-1920x1080.jpg">ANT+ FE-C </span>, <span class="panel-link" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #41b6e6; cursor: pointer;" data-title="" data-content="<h3>Smart technology</h3> <p>Smart technology refers to the Smart electronics products use to communicate. Tacx Smart trainers can be connected to any device, and several devices simultaneously, as they communicate via ANT+ and Bluetooth® Smart.</p> <p>Tacx Smart trainers are characterized by the following features:<br /> 1. Open wireless communication<br /> 2. Measuring and receiving performance data<br /> 3. Upgradable firmware<br /> 4. Standalone training</p> <p><strong>Open wireless communication</strong><br /> The functionality of Tacx Smart trainers is improved by enabling the communication with as many devices and apps as possible. This way you can use almost any training option. This is realized by using standardized wireless communication protocols: ANT+ FE-C and Bluetooth Smart open.</p> <p><em>ANT+ FE-C protocol</em><br /> The ANT+ FE-C protocol enables Smart trainers to communicate with third party software on desktops, bike computers and sport watches. The interactive trainers can be controlled by Tacx software, or other computer software like Zwift and the Garmin Edge 520.</p> <p>We got to work directly after ANT+ launched the ANT+ FE-C protocol. The result: our indoor trainers are the first to be ANT+ FE-C certified and use the new language. ANT+ FE-C stands for “ANT+ Fitness Equipment Control”. Until now, trainers of various brands communicated in their own language. Therefore they did not understand each other and could not communicate. By implementing the new language – the ANT+ FE-C open profile – in trainers and software they are able to communicate and connect with each other.</p> <p><em>Bluetooth Smart</em><br /> This is also called Bluetooth 4.0 and Bluetooth low energy and enables communication with smartphones, tablets and sport watches. With Bluetooth Smart the interactive trainers are controlled by Tacx apps and other apps such as TrainerRoad and Kinomap.</p> <p>After creating the ANT+ FE-C open protocol, we started creating an open protocol for Bluetooth. Smartphones and tablets can often only receive the Bluetooth signal, not the ANT+ signal. By sending the same language as the ANT+ FE-C protocol via Bluetooth, Smart trainers can also communicate with third party apps on devices that only have a Bluetooth receiver. This protocol has been created by Tacx and is available to software manufacturers, so that everybody can link a Tacx Smart trainer to the software of their choice.</p> <p><strong>Connect to multiple devices simultaneously<br /> </strong>As the trainer uses both communication protocols, it can connect to several devices at the same time. For example, you can ride a Tacx Film on your tablet while reading and storing your performance data in Garmin Connect on your bike computer. This way you can keep track of your performance in your favourite apps.</p> <p><strong>Measure and receive performance data<br /> </strong>All Tacx Smart trainers measure your speed, cadence and power and transmit this via ANT+ and Bluetooth Smart so that it can be received at several devices simultaneously. The interactive trainers can also receive these signals in order to adjust the resistance.</p> <p>To receive your heart rate you will need a heart rate monitor that communicates via ANT+ or Bluetooth 4.0. The monitor is connected to the app you are using, and the app communicates this to the trainer.</p> <p><strong>Upgradable firmware<br /> </strong>Product optimizations and improving the trainers’ functionalities is a continuous project at Tacx. You can add firmware improvements, for example for the cycling feeling or an extra feature, to the Smart trainer you are already using with the Tacx Utility app. This free app is available in the App store and on Google Play. After installing the app you can test whether there is a firmware update available and if yes, directly upgrade your trainer. This way you always profit from the latest firmware!</p> <p><strong>Standalone training</strong><br /> Tacx Smart trainers also function without being connected to a device; they will simulate a flat road. This is perfect for straightforward, short training as you simply get on and start riding.</p> <p>As soon as you start pedalling the trainer recognizes it is not connected and calculates the needed resistance for a flat road. In doing so, it takes all relevant factors into account, like rolling resistance and air resistance. This ensures a very realistic simulation of a flat road. The resistance changes progressively: the higher your speed, the higher the resistance.</p> " data-image="https://mk0tacxpwbcps2mf5.kinstacdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Smart-technology-1920x1080px-1920x1080.jpg">Bluetooth Smart open</span></td>
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<tr class="alt"><th>Control by</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">ANT+FE-C bike computers </span>, <span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Connect to computer via ANT+antenna </span>, <span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Smartphone </span>, <span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Stand alone </span>, <span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Tablet</span></td>
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<tr><th>Output</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Cadence </span>, <span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Power </span>, <span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Speed</span></td>
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<tr class="alt"><th>Read out on</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Bike computer </span>, <span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Computer with ANT+ antenna </span>, <span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Smartphone </span>, <span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Sports watch </span>, <span data-title="" data-content="" data-image="">Tablet</span></td>
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<tr><th>Accuracy</th>
<td><span data-title="" data-content="" data-image=""><3%</span></td>
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