Information for Card Reader Users
Card readers make it easy to work with LogCard data. With a card reader, you don't need to have your computer within a cable's length of your PM or remove your PM from your indoor rower and take it to your computer in order to read your LogCard. Simply plug the card reader into your computer, and insert the LogCard into it. You can then use Concept2's free Concept2 Utility program to transfer your workout data to your computer or to your online logbook at concept2.com.
Concept2 sells the Athena ASEDrive IIIe card reader. The OmniKey CardMan 3121 can also be used. Other card reader brands and models have been reported to work with the Concept2 Utility but are not guaranteed to do so. Regardless of which card reader you plan to use, before purchasing, ensure that it will be compatible with your operating system (see below).
LogCards are not included with card reader purchases.
Compatibility
Before purchasing a card reader, please review the device compatibility information below to ensure the card reader you purchase will work with the computer and operating system you have.
| Device | Windows | Macintosh |
|---|---|---|
| Athena ASE IIIe | Yes | 10.7: Yes 10.6: Yes 10.5: Yes 10.4.2–10.4.11: Yes 10.4.1: No 10.4.0: No 10.3: Yes Intel Macs: Yes |
| OmniKey CardMan 3121 |
Yes, must use OmniKey's driver |
10.7: Yes, download driver 10.6: Yes, download driver 10.5: Yes, download driver 10.4.2–10.4.11: Yes 10.3.9: Yes Intel Macs: Yes All Others: Untested |
| OmniKey CardMan 3021 |
Yes, must use OmniKey's driver |
10.7: Yes, download driver |
| Note: Concept2 has had reports from some customers that the OmniKey 4000 and OmniKey 4040 card readers work with the Windows version of the Concept2 Utility. Please note that this information is provided here for your reference and that Concept2 does not directly support these devices. | ||
Instructions for Card Reader Users
Refer to the following guides to get started with your card reader:
About Drivers
To use a card reader with the Concept2 Utility, your computer needs to have the proper drivers in order to communicate with the card reader. The best way to get the proper drivers is to establish an internet connection and then plug your card reader into your computer. With the card reader plugged in, Macintosh systems typically acquire and install the proper driver for you behind the scenes. Windows systems typically launch a wizard that walks you through getting the proper driver.
If your computer is having trouble recognizing your card reader—even with the proper drivers installed—try rebooting your computer, particularly if you use a Mac.
Athena ASEDrive IIIe
