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Old Polar H1 chest strap
Posted: May 9th, 2021, 12:13 am
by Mary24
I just got a rower with a PM5. I have an old Polar H1 chest strap heart monitor. Is this old Polar compatible with the PM5/ErgData? Thanks.
Re: Old Polar H1 chest strap
Posted: May 9th, 2021, 1:42 am
by Ombrax
I believe the H1 uses ANT, not ANT+.
I don't know if the PM5 can receive that or not. Hopefully someone here will know.
Re: Old Polar H1 chest strap
Posted: May 9th, 2021, 3:38 am
by Carl Watts
Just hit "Connect" on the PM5 and try and connect it.
The PM5 scans for available devices so if it doesn't come up then no.
Get yourself a new ANT+ strap if it doesn't work. Garmin now look to have some good ones available,
Re: Old Polar H1 chest strap
Posted: May 9th, 2021, 12:48 pm
by Cyclist2
The Polar is an analog device, I believe. I have one for use on my PM3, but I need the separate pickup device plugged into the monitor. The PM5 does not have the connection for a separate pickup device, it won't support the Polar (
https://www.concept2.com/service/heart-rate-equipment).
Re: Old Polar H1 chest strap
Posted: May 9th, 2021, 6:13 pm
by Carl Watts
Yes if its an early "Polar or "Polar Coded" its not going to work on a PM5. Did try to Google specific information on the H1 but its vauge.
After you move to ANT+ there is no going back, the range of only 6 feet at best and loads on interference problems with the older tech it was pretty hopeless.