Parking Dynamics PD1 Manual

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*Parking Dynamics PD1 Parking Sensor is strictly a driving assistance product and should not be used to
substitute safe driving practices.
Find more Installation & Technical PDF guides at:
ParkingDynamics.co.uk/Installation
*If you have a tow bar fitted, spare wheel fixed to rear door or the antenna will be fitted within 3cm of
the metal crash protection bar download the PDF 'Boosting PD1 Sensor Detection Range'.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. WHAT IS THE PD1 SENSOR & HOW DOES IT WORK?
Parking Dynamics PD1 Rear is a parking sensor device that uses a
patent protected, low energy electromagnetic wave technology and is
able to detect all objects within a set proximity of your vehicle. A unique
design ensures No Holes need to be drilled in your bumper making the
PD1 totally invisible when fitted!
Once activated by selecting reverse gear the PD1 generates a shielded
area around the rear bumper (Fig.2) allowing you to park and reverse in area around the rear bumper (Fig.2) allowing you to park and reverse in
total safety with complete confidence. total safety with complete confidence.
When an obstacle enters the zone of protection, a series of acoustic
signals are given to alert the driver as to its proximity.
a) Upon selecting reverse gear a diagnostic check of the entire
system is completed. If the electronic control unit (ECU) is fully
operational, a signal of three tones in quick succession are emitted
to confirm this.
b) During the approach to an obstacle the ECU unit activates the
acoustic alert starting from a distance between bumper and obstacle
(measured in the central zone of the bumper) of around 60-70 cm,
with 3 types of signal.
ALERT SEQUENCE
1) An increase in sequence of "BEEP" informs the driver that
obstacle is approaching (alert signal).
2) A continuous sound when the obstacle is in proximity of the bumper
at a variable distance between (15 to 30 cm) according to the type of
obstacle. These values correspond to the central zone of the bumper
while on the side edges of the bumper the distance is slightly less.
3) A continuous sound at a different lower frequency when an
obstacle is very close to the bumper (10-15 cm) in order to alert you
of possible contact.
2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICIATION
- Operation voltage from 10.5 to 18 V
- Average current absorbed: 50 ma
- Temperature of operation from - 20 to +90 °C
- Average distance of sensor activation: 60 cm
3. MOUNTING THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU)
a) Ensure you have access to route the black twin aerial wire from the
boot / trunk to the antenna, which will be located on the inside of the
bumper. Look for any grommets or holes provided by the car
manufacturer for the routing of this wire. If no hole is present, simply
drill a small hole and use a grommet to protect the wire casing.
b) Secure the electronic control unit using the adhesive material
included (using pressure to ensure a secure fit), inside of the
boot / trunk of the vehicle, close to the reverse light cluster but
leaving a gap of at least 2 cm to ensure no interference with the
existing electrical components.
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4. ANTENNA MOUNTING NOTES
The adhesive aluminium antenna sensor must be installed on the
inner side of the bumper and it is of high importance that the
antenna is installed on highest part from the ground and on the
greatest protrusion of the bumper from the car body. 40cm to 60cm
from the ground with 50cm being optimum.
The ECU must be mounted inside of the boot / trunk of the vehicle
and the antenna sensor on the inside surface of the bumperfollowing
the procedure of the points 4a and 4b.
Note: The system is only able to work optimally when the
antenna sensor is run the full length of the bumper leaving
a gap of at least 3 cm from the
especially the metal crash protection bar found behind the bumper.
But it can run over a metal structure for a short length of 2/3 cm.
MOUNTING THE ANTENNA
Pre-test:
Once you have measured and determined your desired heights
for the 1 or 2 antennas, and before fixing the bumper back on
permanently. Position the bumper back on your car using only the
clips to hold it, and test with your hand to ensure you are satisfied
with the detection range. Move antennas if required. Only use
2 antennas if required, see Boosting Detection Range notes.
*When doing a Pre-Test only approach the vehicle once and then reset the system by
disengaging reverse gear or false alerts from the system can be given during this test.
a) Remove the bumper and carefully clean the inner side surface
using alcohol or other solvent (but NOT anti-adhesive detergent),
where the antenna will be positioned.
b) Place the antenna connector so that it will be situated at the side
of the bumper where the ECU is positioned. Also ensure that once
the bumper is re-fitted there is a route for the wire into the vehicle.
Run the antenna over the full length of the bumper onto the sides
leaving a gap of 20cm from the wheels. Use strong pressure to secure
the antenna appropriately and cut off any excess. If you accidentally
break the antenna, simply rejoin by overlapping.
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c) For maxium adhesion and optimum protection apply a piece of
the included black adhesive material at either end of the antenna.
Its recommended (but not essential) to cover the antenna with a black
anti-rust protection paint that is applied to the underneath of a car
chassis to protect from the elements or use a similar plastic
protection primer.
5. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
5.1 Connecting the Electronic Control Unit (ECU).
a) Connect the twin wire antenna connector to the ECU and route
this wire out of the vehicle using an original rubber grommet on
the car body or through the hole you have made for ease of access.
*Do NOT run the twin antenna wire through the Air Valve if present
near your bumper.
b) Insert the connector that houses the power, earth and speaker
connector.
c) Provisionally replace the bumper on the car.
d) Twin Black Antenna Wire: Twist the 2 wires together and crimp
on the supplied male connector. Now connect to the female
connector on the antenna positioned on the bumper. This twin
antenna wire can be extended up to 20cm if required.
metal structure of the vehicle