Sunday, February 11, 2007

Backup Sensors


Reverse backup sensors (also known as reverse parking sensors, reverse parking systems, and reverse backing systems) are a technology that allows the driver of a car, truck, van or commercial vehicle to be alerted to nearby objects in their path. backup sensor
While there are variants in the design and feaures of these systems the basic design puts sensors in the car bumper or on brackets. These sensors send ultrasonic waves (40,000 times/second) that detect obstacles behind the vehicle. A controller installed inside the vehicle then receives the signal from the sensors and transmits it to a speaker that emits a tone, or to a combination speaker and display unit.
With backup sensors installed, drivers can lower the risk of collision when backing up or parallel parking.This PSS (parking sensor system) is a safety device for driving in reverse. It consists of multiple ultrasonic detectors and sensors, a mainframe and a buzzer. The PPS will work automatically to detect the obstacles at the rear of your car at any time. The system is weather proof. backup sensor
Installing the Sensors:
1. These sensors are required to be drilled into the rear bumper and flush mounted. The sensors are designed with a rubber groove that holds the sensor firmly into the bumper.
2. When installing the 2 sensor model, measure the bumper and split the bumper into two halves and then measure the center of each halve to find the ideal place to drill.
3. When installing the 4 sensor model, Split the bumper into quadrants (4 sections) and find the center of each quadrant to locate the ideal place to drill into the bumper.
4. To avoid ground reflection it is recommended that the sensors are located 0.5 m above the ground.
5. Drill the 27mm holes at a 90° to surface at determined locations. Route the sensor cables through the drilled holes and push the sensor housing into the drilled holes. Insert the ends of the sensors into the control unit.
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Installing the Control Unit:

The control unit can be placed almost anywhere however the unit is most commonly placed in the trunk area of the vehicle.

Installing the Siren:

The siren is quite loud so it’s best to place it in the trunk of the vehicle. Using the supplied tape,, press the siren into a safe place in the trunk area. Connect the siren to the control unit. The rest of the instructions can be found at www.backupsensor.com.


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