Parking Dynamics PD1 User manual

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. WHAT IS THE PD1 SENSOR & HOW DOES IT WORK?
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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:
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*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’.
Parking Dynamics PD1 Rear is a parking sensor device that uses a
patent protected,
ALERT SEQUENCE
1) An increase in sequence of "BEEP" informs the driver that
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
total safety with complete confidence.
area around the rear bumper (Fig.2) allowing you to park and reverse in
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.
an
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.
4. ANTENNA MOUNTING NOTES
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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
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 metal structure of the vehicle
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
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.
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.
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.
*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.
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.

Fig. 2 Protection area
ALARM SIGNALS
ALERT SIGNAL
Fig. 5 Electric schematic of connections
ELECTROMAGNETIC SENSOR
( ANTENNA )
FROM REVERSE GEAR
SWITCH
ACOUSTIC DEVICE
REVERSE GEAR LAMP
ELECTRONIC
MODULE
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Antenna sensor
Fig.4 Electronic control unit, antenna connecting cable and antenna
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5.2 Electrical Connections
a) Red Wire (12V when reverse is engaged): Connect to reverse light
wire.
b) Black wire: Connect to Earth picked up from the body of the vehicle.
Typically a small bolt can be found close to the light cluster at rear of
vehicle, attach earth wire here or to earth wire.
c) Speaker: Connect using the appropriate connector.
6. MOUNTING THE SPEAKER
Mount the speaker in an appropriate position so it can easily be heard,
under the side trim in the boot / trunk and connect to the ECU. This wire
can be extended if required and run to your desired location.
7. FINAL SET-UP & TEST PROCEDURE
Switch on the ignition and select reverse gear. Do Not start the engine.
a) Upon selecting reverse gear a diagnostic check of the entire system
is completed. If the electronic control unit is fully operational, a signal is
emitted (three tones in rapid succession) to confirm this. Once the signal
is obtained the system is operational.
ATTENTION: If the speaker doesn't give this or any other signal check
b) Starting from about 1 meter away from the centre of the bumper, walk
slowly to simulate the reverse motion of the car. 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.
At a distance of around 60/70 cm the first acoustic signal will emit a
(Beep... Beep...). The frequency and repetition will increase as the
distance from the object decreases and will eventually become
a continuous sound at around 20-30 centimetres. A second continuous
sound (third signal indicating imminent contact) will emit only a few
centimetres from the bumper.
The alert is only given by
moving towards and approaching obstacles and not fixed or stationary
obstacles.
Note: The Parking Dynamics PD1 – Rear alerts you to obstacles that
are approaching with more frequent beeps.
ALERTS & WARNINGS
1) As soon as the system is activated the surrounding area of the
bumper (antenna sensor) is monitored.
2) It is very important during the set-up and testing, not to switch on
the system while you are very close to the electronic control unit and
antenna sensor as this could result in false information on the
working dynamics of the system.
3) Due to the operating principle of the Parking Dynamics PD1 Rear
sensor and depending on the mounting position of the antenna
sensor, the unit can at times give alert signals in error as the vehicle
reverses. This is due to detection of the road surface and is
completely normal.
4) Operation in Heavy Rain conditions: *When heavy rain is present
the PD1 parking sensor system automatically reduces its sensitivity in
order to eliminate false alarms that can be given by the movement of
water on the bumper. False signals in heavy rain conditions are highly
affected by specific designs of vehicles and their bumpers. Some
bumper designs have a higher chance of false alarms in heavy rain
conditions.
False signals are given as a result of water flowing between the car
body and the bumper. Parking Dynamics have reduced this as much as
possible with good results within the PD1 software for optimum usage.
However once the software does recognise that water is present
during a reversing manoeuvre the first and second zones are
eliminated to prevent continuous false signals and the next alert zones
are utilised until the system is reset and water eliminated.
This is intelligent in itself and *surpasses ultrasonic’s* in such scenarios
ensuring a safe and secure parking and reversing manoeuvre.
Note: This twin antenna wire must be fastened securely to the antenna
using the included connector or solder if required. Fix the twin wire
securely when routing from ECU to antenna, using as much mastic as
you need to avoid any movement or oscillation. This will prevent false
alarms.
all connections especially check that the chosen earth (black wire) is
secure.