concept2 PM5 Performance Monitor User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- concept2
Table of Contents
QUICK START GUIDE
PERFORMANCE MONITOR (PM5)
PERFORMANCE MONITOR USE
IMPORTANT NOTE:
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Concept2, Inc.
105 Industrial Park Drive
Morrisville, Vermont 05661 USA
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PERFORMANCE MONITOR (PM5)
The PM5 is included with all Concept2 RowErgs, SkiErgs, and bikes.
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.
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 displays 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 or flash
drive to transfer results from the PM5 to your Online Logbook.
concept2.com/usbflashdrive and
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.
Visit concept2.com for more information.
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 have performed automatically during the recovery phase of each stroke. Additional calibration is not necessary.
PM5 Menu Map (Visit concept2.com/PM5 for more information.)
PM5 Views
Back View of PM5
Use 1.5-volt alkaline D Cell (LR20) batteries. Do not use lithium or 3.6-volt
batteries. 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.
Troubleshooting
Visit concept2.com/pm5.
| Part Name | Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements |
|---|---|
| PM5 Assembly | Lead (Pb) |
| Chromium/ (Cr6) | Polybrominated |
| Biphenyls/ (PBB) | Polybrominated |
Diphelnyl Ethers/
(PBDE)
Main PCA| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0
LCD Display| X| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0
Keypad| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0
Battery Contact| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0
Plastic Enclosure/ MOM-A| o| o| o| o| o| o
All Fasteners| o| 0| o| 0| o| o
0: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the
homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement in
SNT11363-2006.
X: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one
of the homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement
in SJ/T11363-2006.
The cable assembly from the LCD display to the Main PCA is included in the
Display PCA declaration.
As shown above, this device contains small amounts of lead. This lead is only
present in glass or ceramic (other than dielectric ceramic in capacitors, e.g.
piezoelectric devices), or in a glass or ceramic
FCC ID: J2MPM5
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: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
IC: 6620A-PM5
Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
matrix compound
The 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:
• 2004/108/EC – Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
• 1999/5/EC – Radio Equipment & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (RTTE)
• 2011/65/EU – Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical & Electronic
Equipment (RoHS II)
Additional regulatory and compliance information may be found in the PM5 by
pushing More Options > Utilities > More Utilities > Regulatory.
References
- ErgData - iOS and Android App - Concept2 Performance Monitor
- Concept2 Logbook
- PM5 Indoor Rower Performance Monitor | Concept2 Accessories
- PM5 Firmware Overview | Concept2
- Utility Software for Indoor Rowing- Free | Concept2