GARMIN Speed Sensor 2 and Cadence Sensor 2 Owner’s Manual
- June 4, 2024
- Garmin
Table of Contents
SPEED SENSOR 2 AND CADENCE
SENSOR 2
Owner’s Manual
Speed Sensor 2 and Cadence Sensor 2
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Introduction
WARNING
See an Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for
product warnings and other important information.
Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any exercise program.
Installing the Speed Sensor
NOTE: If you do not have this sensor, you can skip this task.
TIP: Garmin® recommends you secure your bike on a stand while installing
the sensor.
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Place and hold the speed sensor on top of the wheel hub.
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Pull the strap around the wheel hub and attach it to the hook on the sensor.
The sensor may be tilted when installed on an asymmetrical hub. This does not affect operation. -
Rotate the wheel to check for clearance.
The sensor should not contact other parts of your bike.
NOTE: The LED flashes green for five seconds to indicate activity after two revolutions.
Installing the Cadence Sensor
NOTE: If you do not have this sensor, you can skip this task.
TIP: Garmin recommends you secure your bike on a stand while installing
the sensor.
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Select the band size that fits your crank arm securely.
The band you select should be the smallest one that stretches across the crank arm. -
On the non-drive side, place and hold the flat side of the cadence sensor on the inside of the crank arm.
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Pull the bands around the crank arm and attach them to the hooks on the sensor.
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Rotate the crank arm to check for clearance.
The sensor and bands should not contact any part of your bike or shoe.
NOTE: The LED flashes green for five seconds to indicate activity after two revolutions. -
Take a 15-minute test ride and inspect the sensor and bands to ensure there is no evidence of damage.
Pairing the Sensors with Your Device
The first time you connect a wireless sensor to your device using ANT+® or
Bluetooth® technology, you must pair the device and sensor. After they are
paired, the device connects to the sensor automatically when you start an
activity and the sensor is active and within range.
NOTE: The pairing instructions differ for each Garmin-compatible device.
See your owner’s manual.
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Bring the Garmin-compatible device within 3 m (10 ft.) of the sensor.
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Stay 10 m (33 ft.) away from other wireless sensors while pairing.
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Rotate the crank arm or wheel two revolutions to wake up the sensor.
The LED flashes green for five seconds to indicate activity.
The LED flashes red to indicate a low battery level. -
If available, pair the sensor using ANT+ technology.
NOTE: The sensor can pair with up to two Bluetooth devices and any number of ANT+ devices.
After you pair the first time, your Garmin-compatible device automatically recognizes the wireless sensor each time it is activated.
Garmin Connect™
Your Garmin Connect account allows you to track your performance and connect
with your friends. It gives you the tools to track, analyze, share, and
encourage each other. Record the events of your active lifestyle.
You can create your free Garmin Connect account when you pair your device with
your phone using the Garmin Connect app.
Store your activities: After you complete a ride with your device, you
can sync with the Garmin Connect app to upload that activity and keep it as
long as you want.
Analyze your data: You can view more detailed information about your
fitness and indoor activities, including time, distance, calories burned,
speed charts, and customizable reports.
Share your activities: You can connect with friends
to follow each other’s activities or post links to your activities on your
favorite social networking sites.
Manage your settings: You can customize your device and user settings on
your Garmin Connect account.
Pairing the Speed Sensor With Your Smartphone
The speed sensor must be paired directly through the Garmin Connect app,
instead of from the Bluetooth settings on your smartphone.
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From the app store on your smartphone, install and open the Garmin Connect app.
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Bring your smartphone within 3 m (10 ft.) of the sensor.
NOTE: Stay 10 m (33 ft.) away from other wireless sensors while pairing. -
Rotate the wheel two revolutions to wake up the sensor.
The LED flashes green for five seconds to indicate activity.
The LED flashes red to indicate a low battery level. -
Select an option to add your device to your Garmin Connect account:
• If this is the first device you have paired with the Garmin Connect the app and follow the on-screen instructions.
• If you have already paired another device with the Garmin Connect app, from the or menu, select Garmin Devices > Add Device and follow the on-screen instructions.
Device Information
WARNING
See an Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for
product warnings and other important information.
Replacing the Speed Sensor Battery
The device uses one CR2032 battery. The LED flashes red to indicate a low
battery level after two revolutions.
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Locate the circular battery cover on the front of the sensor.
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Twist the cover counter-clockwise until the cover is loose enough to remove.
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Remove the cover and the battery 2.
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Wait 30 seconds.
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Insert the new battery into the cover, observing polarity.
NOTE: Do not damage or lose the O-ring gasket. -
Twist the cover clockwise so that the marker on the cover aligns with the marker on the case.
NOTE: The LED flashes red and green for a few seconds after battery replacement. When the LED flashes green and then stops flashing, the device is active and ready to send data.
Replacing the Cadence Sensor Battery
The device uses one CR2032 battery. The LED flashes red to indicate a low
battery level after two revolutions.
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Locate the circular battery cover on the back of the sensor.
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Twist the cover counter-clockwise until the marker points to unlocked and the cover is loose enough to remove.
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Remove the cover and the battery 2.
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Wait 30 seconds.
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Insert the new battery into the cover, observing polarity.
NOTE: Do not damage or lose the O-ring gasket. -
Twist the cover clockwise until the marker points to locked.
NOTE: The LED flashes red and green for a few seconds after battery replacement. When the LED flashes green and then stops flashing, the device is active and ready to send data.
Speed Sensor and Cadence Sensor Specifications”
Battery type | User-replaceable CR2032, 3 V |
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Battery life | Approximately 12 mo. at 1 hr./day |
Speed sensor storage | Up to 300 hr. of activity data |
Operating temperature range | From -20º to 60ºC (from -4º to 140ºF) |
Wireless frequency/protocol | 2.4 GHz @ 4 dBm nominal |
Water rating | IEC 60529 IPX7¹ |
Troubleshooting
My device will not connect to the sensors
If your device will not connect to the speed and cadence sensors, you can try
these tips.
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Rotate the crank arm or wheel two revolutions to wake up the sensor.
The LED flashes green for five seconds to indicate activity.
The LED flashes red to indicate a low battery level. -
Replace the battery if the LED does not flash after two revolutions.
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Enable Bluetooth technology on your smartphone or Garmin device.
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Pair the sensor with your device using ANT+ technology.
NOTE: If the sensor is already paired with two Bluetooth devices, you should pair using ANT+ technology or remove a Bluetooth device.
¹The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30
min.
For more information, go to
www.garmin.com/waterrating.
• Remove your device from the Garmin Connect app or your Garmin device to
retry the pairing process. If you are using an Apple® device, you should also
remove your device from the Bluetooth settings on your smartphone.
Limited Warranty
The Garmin standard limited warranty applies to this accessory.
For more information, go to
www.garmin.com/support/warranty.html.
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