concept 2 PM5 Quick Start Manual

QUICK START GUIDE

PERFORMANCE MONITOR (PM5)

PM5

OVERVIEW OF THE PERFORMANCE MONITOR (PM5)

For Model D, Model E and Dynamic Indoor Rowers, and the SkiErg.

Getting Started:

• The PM5 will power up when you start to row or ski, or press MENU.

• Use the MENU button to access all features.

• Before your first workout, set the correct date and time to ensure your results are associated
with the proper date. It is not possible to edit the dates and times of past workouts.

• Visit concept2.com/PM5 for more information.

Row or ski without a pre-set distance or time. The PM5 will begin recording
your workout data when you take your first stroke. Your results will be
saved if you row/ski longer than one minute and press MENU.

Set your own time, distance or interval, or choose from a selection of
pre-programmed standard or custom workouts.

Have fun with your workout and try a game!

Memory

View workout results. (Displays “USB LogBook” if USB flash drive is in
use and recognized by PM5.)

Access additional functions and information.

Recording Your Workout Results

Recording workout data helps you track progress and participate in our incentive programs. There are several ways to record results,
including our free Online Logbook, which allows you to take part in challenges and rank your best results against others. You can enter
results manually at concept2.com/logbook, or upload them from the following storage locations:

PM5 Memory—The PM5 memory records your recent results. To upload results, use the free Concept2 Utility software.

concept2.com/utility

ErgData—This free iOS and Android compatible app allows you to display additional data on your device, record results, and
upload results to your online logbook. concept2.com/ergdata

USB Flash Drive—Use a USB flash drive with your PM5 to record your results instead of storing them in PM5 memory.
concept2.com/usbflashdrive To upload results, use the free Concept2 Utility software. concept2.com/utility

Firmware

Firmware is the internal software that runs your Performance Monitor. Your PM5 comes pre-installed with the latest firmware, however,
new and improved versions are offered regularly. The free Concept2 Utility Software makes it easy to update your PM5 with the latest
firmware version at any time. Visit concept2.com/pm5firmware.

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PM5 Views

USB cable (optional)
to computer or
phone/tablet

Race system jacks (2)

Reset button

USB flash drive port

Battery cover

Bottom View of PM5

Back View of PM5

Sensor cable
to flywheel

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

Total elapsed time.

More Information

Cleaning the PM

Use a cloth lightly dampened with water
only. Do not spray with a cleaner or leave
in the rain.

Troubleshooting

Visit concept2.com/pm5.

Using a Heart Rate Monitor:

Memory

Strokes per minute (s/m).

Pace (in time) per 500m (calculated each stroke).
Your pace is the amount of time it takes to row
or ski 500m. A smaller time is faster.

Total meters rowed or skied.

Heart rate
(Optional. Requires additional chest belt.)

Average pace (in time) per

500m. This is the average

for your entire workout.

Projected meters in 30 minutes if the current
average pace is maintained.

Split meters. The number

of meters rowed or skied in

a given distance or time. In

Just Row / Just Ski splits are

five minutes long.

UNITS

Push at any time to change units between Meters
(m), Pace (time/500m), Watts and Calories (Cal).

DISPLAY

Push to change display between All Data, Force Curve,
Paceboat/Pace Skier, Bar Chart, and Large Print.

Sample Display

Remove D Cell (LR20)
batteries from the PM5
if monitor will not be
used for a period of four
months or more.

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The PM5 will receive and display heart
rate data directly from a Bluetooth Smart,
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.

USB-B

MENU

Push to power up the PM, display the
previous menu or save workout results.

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION:

PM5 Assembly/
PM5

Note: 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. piezoelectronic devices), or in a glass or
ceramic matrix compound, per EU directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS II) Annex III exemption 7(c)-I.

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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.

Industrie Canada (IC) Déclaration de conformité

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions
suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est
susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

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)

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