Concept 2 PM5 Monitor Replacement

The Concept2 PM5 is a performance monitor that displays fitness data and provides feedback in real time. It is used by rowers and other athletes to track their progress.

The Concept2 PM5 monitor can be replaced by the Concept2 Utility, which has a more linear display. 

Let’s dive through Concept 2 PM5 monitor replacement and  retrofitting process on all Concept 2 models.

Without further ado, let’s get right into it!

Concept 2 PM5 Monitor Replacement – Step-By-Step Guide

The PM5 is an advanced monitor that displays the current speed, distance, and calories burned. It also displays the current pace for a given distance. 

Here is how to replace the Concept 2 PM5 monitor

Step 1: Remove the old monitor from the console

Start off by unplugging the old performance monitor wire and then remove it from the monitor arm.

Step 2: Place your new PM5 monitor in place of the old one.

Attach new PM5 monitor to the monitor arm, then clip the wire cable to the new PM5 device.

If the PM5 monitor malfunctions or does not power up, reset PM by performing one of the following procedures:  

  • Insert a pen/pencil tip into the reset hole on the back and press lightly.  
  • Remove and reinsert the batteries.  
  • Replace the batteries with two new alkaline D-cell (LR20) batteries.

Turn on the concept2 rower and check the new monitor.

Concept 2 PM3 Replacement

concept2 rower picture from my home gym

If you are looking for enjoying the PM5 features on your Concept2 machine And replace your existing PM3 monitor with your new PM5, then this guide will show you how to do so. 

The first thing you will need is to order the PM5 connection kit. This can be ordered through Concept2’s website and shipped to your home. 

You’ll also need a Phillips screwdriver and a plastic pry tool, which can be purchased at any hardware or home improvement store.

First, unplug the monitor wire from Performance Monitor, then remove the monitor arm and the PM3 monitor.

Attach the new PM5 monitor arm and the monitor.

If the PM5 monitor malfunctions or does not power up, reset PM by performing one of the following procedures:  

  • Insert a pen/pencil tip into the reset hole on the back and press lightly.  
  • Remove and reinsert the batteries.  
  • Replace the batteries with two new alkaline D-cell (LR20) batteries.

Concept 2 PM2 Monitor Replacement

concept2 rowing machine picture from my home gym

If you are looking for enjoying the PM5 features on your Concept2 machine And replace your existing PM2 monitor with your new PM5, then this guide will show you how to do so. 

The first thing you will need is to order the PM5 connection kit. This can be ordered through Concept2’s website and shipped to your home. 

You’ll also need a Phillips screwdriver and a plastic pry tool, which can be purchased at any hardware or home improvement store.

First, unplug the monitor wire from Performance Monitor (PM). Then remove the monitor arm and the PM2 monitor.

Attach the new PM5 monitor arm and the monitor.

If the PM5 monitor malfunctions or does not power up, reset PM by performing one of the following procedures:  

  • Insert a pen/pencil tip into the reset hole on the back and press lightly.  
  • Remove and reinsert the batteries.  
  • Replace the batteries with two new alkaline D-cell (LR20) batteries.

Can you upgrade the older Concept2 models to PM5?

concept2 rowing machine pm5 monitor

The Concept2 PM5 monitor has a Bluetooth connection and is compatible with almost all Concept 2 rowers. 

This monitor provides the user with a larger screen than previous models as well as an improved sound system.

The PM5 also tracks more data points than any other Concept2 monitor, allowing users to track their performance and improve it over time.

Older models of Concept2 rowing machines may have a PM3 or a PM4 rather than a Bluetooth equipped PM5.

These models can and should be upgraded to a PM5 monitor which supports Bluetooth connection smartphones.

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