concept2 PM5 Indoor Rower Performance Monitor Instruction Manual

: June 13, 2024
: concept2

Table of Contents

concept2 PM5 Indoor Rower Performance Monitor
Product Information
PERFORMANCE MONITOR (PM5)
Calibration
PM5 Menu Map
More Information
COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
Troubleshooting
FCC ID:
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

concept2 PM5 Indoor Rower Performance Monitor

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Product Information

The Performance Monitor (PM5) is a device included with all Concept2 RowErgs, SkiErgs, and BikeErgs. It provides reliable and comparable data for every workout and features Bluetooth and ANT+ wireless connectivity. The PM5 can connect to heart rate belts, fitness devices, and apps, including the ErgData app and the freeonline logbook provided by Concept2.

PERFORMANCE MONITOR (PM5)

The PM5 is included with all Concept2 RowErgs, SkiErgs and BikeErgs.
The operation and features of the PM5 are the same on all of these machines, though the displays and units will vary slightly depending on which machine you use.
The PM5 delivers reliable, comparable data for every workout and has Bluetooth and ANT+ wireless connectivity, allowing it to connect to heart rate belts, fitness devices and apps, including our own ErgData app and free online logbook.

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RECORDING RESULTS, GETTING CONNECTED AND STAYING MOTIVATED
Recording workout data lets you track progress and measure your results. The PM5 automatically saves your workout data.
Concept2 provides a free Online Logbook, where you can store all your data for easier tracking and analysis. The Online Logbook also lets you participate in Concept2’s annual series of challenges and motivational programs. Set up your free online logbook at concept2.com/logbook.

Options for transferring workout results from the PM5 to your online logbook include:

RECOMMENDED: Concept2’s free ErgData app. Available for both iOS and Android, ErgData connects wirelessly to the PM5 via Bluetooth. It enables easy uploading of your results to your online logbook. It also provides additional performance statistics and display options on your device during your workout and stores your results. concept2.com/ergdata.
Concept2 Utility. Free software that enables you to use a USB cable to transfer results from the PM5 to your online Logbook. concept2.com/utility
Manual Entry. Enter your results to your online logbook manually at concept2.com/logbook.

Firmware
Firmware is the internal software that runs your Performance Monitor. Your PM5 comes preinstalled with the latest firmware, however, new and improved versions are offered regularly. Visit concept2.com/pm5firmware to update your PM5 using the free Concept2 Utility.

Calibration

BikeErg

The BikeErg will prompt you periodically to confirm the calibration, including whenever you program a distance that is part of our Online World Ranking. The process is simple and the PM5 will guide you through it. To confirm the calibration or start a full calibration at any other time, press More Options > Utilities > Calibration Utilities.
After moving the BikeErg to a different location, confirm the calibration to ensure accurate results.

RowErgs and SkiErg
Calibration on RowErgs and the SkiErg is performed automatically during the recovery phase of each stroke. Additional calibration is not necessary.

(Visit concept2.com/PM5 for more information.)

Sample Display

The displays will vary slightly depending on which machine you use.

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PM5 Views
Back View of PM5

Use 1.5 volt alkaline D Cell (LR20) batteries. Do not use lithium or 3.6 volt batteries, as there is risk of fire or explosion. Remove batteries when not in use for a period of four months or more.

Bottom View of PM5

More Information

Using a Heart Rate Monitor:
The PM5 will receive and display heart rate data directly from a Bluetooth, Suunto™, Garmin® or ANT+™ HR chest belt. See More Options for set up.

WARNING: Heart rate monitoring systems may be inaccurate. Over-exercising may result in serious injury or death. If you feel faint, stop exercising immediately.

Cleaning the PM
Use a cloth lightly dampened with water only. Do not spray with a cleaner or store outdoors.

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION

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Troubleshooting

Visit concept2.com/pm5.

FCC ID:

WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference,
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

IC: 6620A-PM5N
Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Statement

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

this device may not cause interference,
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Patent application U.S. serial number 11/169712 and its corresponding applications in other countries are owned by Suunto Oy (Finland)

The Concept2 PM5 is compliant with all applicable European Union CE Marking Directives, including:

Directive 2014/53/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014 (RED Directive) on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of radio equipment.
Directive (EU) 2015/863 of 31 March 2015, which amends Directive 2011/65/EU on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment.

Additional regulatory and compliance information may be found in the PM5 by pushing More Options > Utilities > More Utilities > Regulatory. Do not use Power-over-Ethernet with this product.