Garmin 800 Cadence Problem

Ilovebighills

Hi I recently got a Garmin 800 and love it, apart from the fact I can't seem to get it to recognise the GSC10 for the purposes of Cadence, I assume it's set up correctly (e.g line on the magnet on the crank meets the line on the unit when they pass)
My HRM is recognised no problem, and I think the GSC10 is fine because the speed sensor works fine. So please, tell me in easy steps (i'm clearly missing something really obvious) how to get my Cadence sensor working?

Thanks in advance

golfergmc

Do you have the magnet and sensor close enough to each other.

Ilovebighills

As far as i know, maybe i'll get some new zip ties at weekend and have a fiddle....

ddraver

I got one for Xmas too I had to shift it about a little ("rotating" it about the chainstay) until it worked. The reset button lights up red for cadence and green for the wheel so that's a good guide if you have a workstand

rjh299

Try getting your head unit to re-scan for your cadence sensor in the accessories section. Assuming you're riding outside, the speed will be displayed based on GPS. Also, if you're using the 800 on two different bikes you may need to select the correct bike profile.
I think im right in saying when the magnet and sensor are correctly aligned a small light should come on each time the crank passes, rotate the pedals slowly by hand and watch for a light.

rickwiggans

I'm sure you have, but have you told the 800 you have a cadence sensor? Or have you done a reset since last telling it?

redvee

There is an option on the 800 for different sensors, have you got yours set for Cadence/Speed sensor and not just speed?

griffsters

I reckon it will be, as mentioned above, the bike profile wont have have the option for cadence sensor ticked. I speak from experience and plenty of head scratching - so is worth posting again