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PM4 Performance Monitor


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The PM4 is our most recent performance monitor. It is standard on the Model E indoor rower and available as an option on new Model D purchases. It is also retrofittable to Model D and Model C indoor rowers.

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Includes all of the features below:

  • *Automatic Operation: Just start to row and the monitor turns on and gives feedback. You don't have to push a single button.
  • *Accurate tracking of performance data: distance, speed, pace, calories and watts
  • *Five display options: all data, force curve, rowing with a pace boat, bar chart and large print
  • *LogCard: Removable LogCard stores workout data and personal preferences. A LogCard is included with every PM4.
  • *USB Interface: transfer of data to PC or Mac
  • *Easy menu-driven operation: accesses a powerful list of features:
    preset workouts, save favorite workouts, row against a previous performance or pace boat, play the FISH game, row with an animated rower to learn technique, review past workout results and choose from multiple language options.

  • Heart Rate Monitoring: Built in wireless compatibility with Suunto heart rate technology (chest belt provided), offers improved transmission and eliminates interference from nearby rowers. Also compatible with Polar heart rate technology, if optional Polar receiver is installed (available from Concept2). 
  • Rechargeable Battery Pack: As you row you will actually be recharging your battery. The battery pack can also be recharged by connecting the PM4 to a PC through the USB port.
  • Increased Memory Capacity: to allow for future expansion and features
  • Supports Machine to Machine Racing: has the computing power to support both wireless and wired racing. No PCs needed.

    *Features with an asterisk are also found on the PM3 Performance Monitor.

     A free Suunto transmitter belt and strap are included with every new PM4 for wireless HR monitoring


     Click here to purchase the PM4 Retrofit Kit for the Model D or C indoor rower    
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    PM4 Racing

    The PM4 was designed to communicate directly with other PM4’s so that up to 8 participants can race each other without using a PC. Once configured, you can use any one of the PM4’s to set up a race, have others join, and race.
      Wireless racing

    The PM4 allows you to run computer-less racing with up to 8 PM4-equipped Indoor Rowers in the same room. This can be done wirelessly or using Ethernet patch cables.


    Limitations:
    Maximum of 8 participants.
    No team racing, only time or distance races.
    No display for the “Audience” like with Venue racing software on the PC.
     

    Indoor Rower Setup for an 8-erg Wireless Race

    To run a wireless race, the configuration of the Indoor Rowers is important. To ensure a successful race, situate the Indoor Rowers such that you have one bank of four Indoor Rowers facing another bank of four Indoor Rowers, with the maximum distance between Indoor Rowers on either corner being 3.3m. Refer to the following graphic.

    8 Erg race

    To Access the Racing Functionality on a PM4:

    1. On the PM4 Main Menu, select Games.
    2. On the Games Menu, select Racing.
    3. One person, the race creator, selects Create Race and then Select Race Length to set up the race.
    4. Once the race is created, participants can join the race by selecting Games > Racing > Join Race.
    5. When all participants are ready, the race creator selects Start Race.
    The race creator is always in Lane 1. Remaining lane numbers are assigned based on the order of entry into the race. The race screens display the names of any racers who are using LogCards.

    If using Suunto™ chest belts, you must use cables to race. In certain environments where other devices (WiFi, Bluetooth, etc.) are in use, Concept 2 suggests use of cables. Only one wireless race can be in progress at a time.


    Cabled Racing

    For wired, PC-Less racing, you need to obtain 3m “Network” or “Ethernet” cables with RJ45 plugs on the end. 
    These cables are readily available from your local computer or office supply store. 
    Do NOT get “Crossover” cables, they will not work (crossover cables are used for direct computer to computer connections without a hub/switch in between and are usually specially marked).  Concept2 recommends Shielded Cables, however unshielded cables will work just as well for most applications. 

    Can I internet race with my PM4?

    Yes, RowPro from www.DigitalRowing.com supports internet racing.






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