Specialized TCD2 MasterMind Review & Settings

[@sr68]

Hi may be one more important note! If your TCD2 jumps to some kind of stealth mode and then shows only a battery and your are not able to get back to the normal display with all information showing then you need to do a very hard reset. After doing a lot of studying I found out how to do that and I hope it will maybe help others with the same problem: Basically, you have to do a Factory Reset. For that I hold down the + and - buttons for 20 seconds. That is how you soft restart the TCD2. BUT, if you Hold down the + and - for 45 seconds, past the soft restart (don't let go), you will get a message stating that you are doing a factory reset, and winner, winner, chicken dinner the bike was back to brand new condition. A couple of notes in this process: After the factory reset, Mission Control does not know you did a factory reset on the bike. So, you have to delete (not deregister) the bike in Mission Control. But, if you try to add it again, it will simply fail. This is because your phone's bluetooth settings thinks it has already paired with the bike. But the bike is like "I don't know you! Stranger Danger!" and drops your connection. So, you have to go into your phone's bluetooth settings, find the bike, it is the serial number, and "Forget the Device" Then you can add the bike back in the app as before. Then Voila, you have a brand new shiny factory fresh bike with no electronic baggage. Anyway, if anybody gets this problem again, here is how you solve it.

[@evanoffm]

This a well designed display, very customizable. Only had it for a week, but very impressed.

[@johnreese3762]

Waiting for mine!

[@ponymoore6140]

@@johnreese3762 me too :)

[@richthickens3146]

Much better than the video on the Specialized website - Thanks!

[@remymxo]

Best review thank you

[@Alchemy2665]

Great review. Can you change the max speed on the display via a hidden menu for when you want to increase the limit when cycling off road or on private land?

[@frbaluch1]

I know that the Apple Watch can't be paired to specialized bikes for heart rate data and that the chest strap type Ant monitors will pair, but I was wondering whether the Garmin watches can be used for heart rate data. The Garmin watches have ANT so I assume it can be done, but I have not seen anyone talk about it.

[@davidr1431]

Did you ever find an answer? I’m wondering the same thing.

[@bikedawg]

Does this work with the S-Works Turbo Creo SL? Specialized does not have this listed on their website.

[@deckerbruce]

Why did you remove the set screw on the back of the display? Mine (2022 Turbo Vado ST) was never put on by the shop that assembled it and as a result from bumping it and removing it from the twist mount, one of the slides on the back bracket broke off. There is no way to repair the TCD without completely replacing the entire TCD (expensive$$). This is a design flaw. If the set screw had remained in place, the TCD would most likely have not broken off from the mounting bracket. I would recommend to owners with this kind of TCD to make sure it is attached to the mounting bracket with the set screw, There is no need to untwist and remove it otherwise.

[@JayGalvin8888]

Yep. I don't know how, but while chaining the Turbo up, the bike feover on it side, iPhone in holder fine.TCD2 without a scratch on it broken screen hundred of pieces that stayed together. Everything worked, just unreadable, broken TCD screen = $265 plus $100 labor. Replacement looks fine, gets pairing code, the says it cant make Bluetooth connection because the bike is paired to another device. Factory resets, deleting bike from my account, do not work. Back to the shop for some stupid setting. Online help, would help.

[@andrewhillman9632]

Thank you, wonderful system from Specialized. You could also touch on the ability to add a Garmin Varia radar and have the data displayed without a separate display.

[@danielgomez2743]

Hi I need help I have the same bike and the tcd broke… because of a accident I am looking for the replacement but I am not sure where, I already search on Amazon, eBay, specialized etc… if some one knows where? It would be great

[@davidr1431]

Did your bike still work after the tcd was broken? How did you turn it on etc?

[@FrLW68]

My wife has the Como 4 with the same display (2022). She had a lot of engine errors. Unfortunately, the dealer couldn't find anything. Now the warranty is over and the display won't turn on anymore. We removed the battery and looked at all the connectors. The battery is fully charged, as can be seen from the 4 LEDs on the battery. The charger also gives the green light. This morning the display turned gray for a minute and now it is black. Completely dead. Is there a coin battery in here or is there a way to reset the display/computer/motor? (We will never buy a Specialized again. The more electronics, the more things can break. And the paint quality is also terrible)

[@patrick.771]

Can you also completely turn off Bluetooth in the display? So that you can’t find it via phone anymore?

[@Fr3e]

does it fit on a turbo levo comp?

[@BDX55]

I really can’t see the point of having it removable from the mount if it is wired in and can’t be taken with you anyway.

[@ElectricBikeReview]

I like that it mounts to a fairly standard circular twist that is similar (and possibly cross compatible) with Garmin devices. I could see this being useful for a double arm mount or an accessory bar where you are doing something custom... Here's a post in the forums where someone shows a picture of their setup with Garmin, smartphone, and the TCD2 all on the same handlebar! Just scroll down past the first post to see electricbikereview.com/forums/threads/specialized-tcd2-mastermind-details-settings.47045/

[@johnnywallace8123]

It needs to be removable so you can adjust the handlebars and the stem if needed.

[@loeffie1]

How can i change the language ?

[@richardfitzgerald7365]

Can you change the stem on this bike or is the unit mount integrated into the stem?

[@johnnorth6126]

For some bizarre reason I can't connect to BLE to pair the bike. Have tried both Oneplus Nord and Google Pixel 4a. Any ideas why?

[@MiCoopRS]

Hello Court.... I hope that is the way to spell your name, if not please correct me... Will this Color LCD display be on the New 2022 Turbo Como 5.0 SL, IGH Belt Drive.... I have one being built now, finally deciding that this was the E-Bike for me after reading up and sending countless hours making sure that this one in particular WON me over, second place was not the SL version of the COMO.... your reply would be much appreciated and KEEP UP the GREAT work on your videos.... you and they are invaluable!

[@EvaTess]

Just bought a turbo vado igh 3.0. Taking delivery in middle of may. I’ve seen somewhere that the bike is rated at 28mph but I live in Canada and top speed here is 20mph. Is it locked or customized to 20mph from factory and is just one click away from the 28mph setting?

[@danilotavares77]

The bikes with older display can be upgraded?

[@mafunian]

where can you but it? Is it compatible with Turbo Vado 3.0?

[@ericadams2012]

Can’t find it anywhere to purchase?

[@mafunian]

I mean is it compatible with Turbo Vado SL 4.0?

[@andreafumagalli3742]

Can someone tell me where to buy it? Thank you

[@olliebodman9771]

I have the exact same bike and I love it 😻 when you were scrolling through menu to change time what do you use as the enter button once you’ve pressed plus and minus

[@ElectricBikeReview]

Hi Ollie, I don’t remember exactly, but suspect that I pressed the button above or below the plus and minus. I may have pressed a button on the display itself, below the lcd screen. I just cannot confirm since I don’t still have access to this ebike.

[@talino1966]

Hallo! Ich habe ein Problem mit dem Garmin Radar, wenn ich in der Mission Control App den Signalton für das akustische Signal ausschalte und das vibrieren auf on lasse dann vibriert der Lenker leider nicht mehr, nur wenn auch das akustische Signal auf on geschaltet ist vibriert der Lenker wieder! Ich möchte aber das der Lenker nur vibriert und das funktioniert leider nicht mehr!! Kann mir jemand helfen?

[@shakirahmed7096]

Thanks 🙏

[@ConnorAndrews-z2e]

Can you change from kph to mph ?

[@user-mg8pj8vl2g]

Yes you can in settings. Change from metric to imperial

[@johnreese3762]

You plugged an i Phone into a USB C port?? Good review, thanks!!

[@Bigdog1787]

Seems cool I like the customization it's just not available yet on there site. ☺️ That's if you could even use it on a diy bike.🤔 They have the other available just not this one yet.

[@ElectricBikeReview]

It would be cool if this could be used for DIY. Since it’s wired in, I wonder if it’s limited to specific Specialized models?

[@peterbuckby7319]

Got a turbo Tera . Mint

[@marthajones7430]

is there a way to display your heart rate on the screen?

[@ElectricBikeReview]

Hi Martha, I have not tested this feature so I cannot say. Perhaps you could ask a specialized dealer. Their software changes over time and gets better, so maybe it could offer that feature eventually if not already!

[@JayGalvin8888]

Yeah. They need better app developers, probably contracted out. I use an iPhone with iOS 18 on a handlebar holder. When I have workout going it shows heart rate, speed, etc.

[@andreafumagalli3742]

Ciao Home much It cost, and where we can buy?

[@andreafumagalli3742]

Ciao can someone help me by explaining where to buy it?

[@durkadur27]

Is this better than bosch nyon?

[@ElectricBikeReview]

Good question, I haven't spent as much time with Nyon. The differences seem to be that the Specialized TCD2 is not fully removable (wired in) and has a smaller screen. Both have USB charging, which is nice.

[@HAMAD_055]

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[@darklightning2k]

Why do I have to watch this video to realise all of this! Yes I read, okay I skimmed the instruction manual.

[@frankdepasquale8715]

How do you buy the system?

[@chadcase5936]

After my second Garmin Edge 520 died unexpectedly I decided to try something different - the Wahoo ELEMNT Bolt instead of the Garmin 530. Boy! I'm glad I did. kzbin.infoUgkxXZCtB-wGdHVTBSz8RswePK5vllHNi06N The display on the Wahoo Bolt is much easier to read. I like the configuration of the display more (up to 7 items visible on page 1 without scrolling and the first item chosen is larger characters than the next 3 rows that have pairs of items (still very readable). I also like the configurable item selections. The Bolt synced with my Garmin ANT+ Speed sensors on both bikes easily so no additional investment was required there. While the rated battery life is a couple hours less than the Garmin 520/530, I easily get a weeks worth of 1+ hour rides before recharging (and it's never really low on charge). At the end of a ride syncing to the Wahoo app, Strava, and Apple Health app is painless.