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Updated the user guide with more device compatibilities and FAQs
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| Manufacturer | Model | Type | Power & Cadence | Notes |
| ------------ | ------------------ | ---------------- | --------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Garmin | Fenix 6 Series | Watch | Yes | |
| Polar | Grit X, Vantage | Watch | Yes | |
| Cronos | Pace | Watch | Yes | |
| Garmin | Venu, Insight | Watch | No | These watches do not support reading power data from *any* manufacturer |
| Garmin | Edge 130, 530, 830 | Cycling Computer | Yes | |
| Stages Dash | M50, L50 | Cycling Computer | Yes | |
| Manufacturer | Model | Type | Power & Cadence | Speed & Cadence Only Beta | Notes |
| ------------ | ----- | ---- | --------------- | ------------------------- | ----- |
| Garmin | Fenix 6X, 6 Pro, 6 Saffire | Watch | Yes | Yes | |
| Garmin | Fenix 6, Fenix 6S | Watch | Yes* | | *Dropouts were causing issues with the base Fenix 6 models. Try [this update](https://github.com/intelligenate/dfc/releases/tag/power-cadence-beta.3) for a fix. See the [Firmware Updates](#firmware-updates) section below for details on updating. |
| Garmin | Fenix 5X | Watch | Yes | | |
| Garmin | Marq | Watch | Yes | | |
| Garmin | FR945 | Watch | Yes | | |
| Garmin | Venu, Insight | Watch | No | | These watches do not support reading power data from *any* manufacturer but speed and cadence should work |
| Garmin | Vivoactive 4 | Watch | No | Yes | These watches do not support reading power data from *any* manufacturer but speed and cadence should work |
| Garmin | FR645 | Watch | No | | These watches do not support reading power data from *any* manufacturer but speed and cadence should work |
| Polar | Grit X, Vantage | Watch | Yes | | |
| Cronos | Pace | Watch | Yes | | |
| Garmin | Edge 130, 530, 830 | Cycling Computer | Yes | Yes | |
| Stages Dash | M50, L50 | Cycling Computer | Yes | Yes | |
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# Troubleshooting

* DFC is not showing up on my device or apps pairing screen.
* DFC is not showing up on my device or app's pairing screen.
* Verify that DFC is powered on. It will blink for the first three minutes it’s powered on.
* DFC is connected to my device or app but not showing any power data on my connected device.
* Verify that all connections on DFC and your tablet are tight.
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## Devices

| Manufacturer | Model | Type | Power & Cadence | Notes |
| ------------ | ------------------ | ---------------- | --------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Garmin | Fenix 6 Series | Watch | Yes | | |
| Polar | Grit X, Vantage | Watch | Yes | |
| Cronos | Pace | Watch | Yes | |
| Garmin | Venu, Insight | Watch | No | These watches do not support reading power data from *any* manufacturer |
| Garmin | Edge 130, 530, 830 | Cycling Computer | Yes | |
| Stages Dash | M50, L50 | Cycling Computer | Yes

| Manufacturer | Model | Type | Power & Cadence | Speed & Cadence Only Beta | Notes |
| ------------ | -------------------------- | ---------------- | --------------- | ------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Garmin | Fenix 6X, 6 Pro, 6 Saffire | Watch | Yes | Yes | |
| Garmin | Fenix 6, Fenix 6S | Watch | Yes* | | *Dropouts were causing issues with the base Fenix 6 models. Try [this update](https://github.com/intelligenate/dfc/releases/tag/power-cadence-beta.3) for a fix. See the [Firmware Updates](#firmware-updates) section below for details on updating. |
| Garmin | Fenix 5X | Watch | Yes | | |
| Garmin | Marq | Watch | Yes | | |
| Garmin | FR945 | Watch | Yes | | |
| Garmin | Venu, Insight | Watch | No | | These watches do not support reading power data from *any* manufacturer but speed and cadence should work |
| Garmin | Vivoactive 4 | Watch | No | Yes | These watches do not support reading power data from *any* manufacturer but speed and cadence should work |
| Garmin | FR645 | Watch | No | | These watches do not support reading power data from *any* manufacturer but speed and cadence should work |
| Polar | Grit X, Vantage | Watch | Yes | | |
| Cronos | Pace | Watch | Yes | | |
| Garmin | Edge 130, 530, 830 | Cycling Computer | Yes | Yes | |
| Stages Dash | M50, L50 | Cycling Computer | Yes | Yes | |
## Apps

| Application | Power & Cadence | Notes |
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## Addition of speed sensor capability

We have a prototype of this working but testing with several fitness devices revealed some undesired behavior. Some devices only pick up either power data or speed data but not both. We're working on this and will include an update once we get it working consistently across devices.
We have a prototype of this working but testing with several fitness devices revealed some undesired behavior. Some devices only pick up either power data or speed data but not both. We're working on this and will include an update once we get it working consistently across devices.

Adventurous users are welcome to try out the [beta releases here](https://github.com/intelligenate/dfc/releases). If you do so please report back what device you used and whether all the features worked. See the [Firmware Updates](#firmware-updates) section for details on how to update the firmware. After trying a beta release you can always revert back to the production release.

# FAQs

## Can I power DFC with the micro-USB connector on the back of the tablet?

While most USB-C to micro-USB cables don't allow for power going in that direction some users report that USB-OTG cables [such as this one](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KP6NTK7) may work. Additionally others have had success with using an [adapter like this](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYYAOIE/) to plug into the back of the tablet, then use the cable that came with DFC to plug into that adapter.

Down the road another option is that DFC can run on a coin cell battery but it's not optimized for that yet. It only lasts for a couple days instead of a few months so it's not advised to try it until it's working well. That would allow for a cleaner connection and no additional cord to run.

## Does DFC work with the Bike+?

DFC was designed to be compatible with the original Peloton Bike and is only supported for use with that model. Initial testing with the Bike+ has found that it's going to be infeasible at this time to support it.

# Notice

DFC is a product of Intelligenate, LLC and is designed and assembled in USA.
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