How to Parallel Park Using an Electromagnetic Parking Sensor

Parallel parking often incites fear among new drivers, and occasionally individuals who have been driving for years. In the UK there are many streets that require parallel parking, and the streets tend to be very small. If you are worried about damaging your vehicle or another person’s vehicle while parallel parking then you might want to consider the electromagnetic parking sensor. We will begin to look at how to parallel park using the electromagnetic parking sensors by describing what they do, and then how they can help.

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The electromagnetic parking sensor will send out a signal in a magnetic field. This magnetic field will read the objects around the vehicle with the car parking sensor. It will be able to tell the driver how close they come to an object in their path. The electromagnetic parking sensor from www.parkingdynamics.co.uk offers a front and rear parking sensor. The reverse parking sensor has three zones. In the three zones the parking sensor tells the driver when they get closer to an object or need to stop before damage occurs.
The front parking sensor will also determine when the driver will need to stop before hitting something ahead of them. The front parking sensor only has two zones. So now you might ask how to parallel park using these electromagnetic parking sensors. 
You know that you must pull up alongside the car in the space in front of the one you want. You should pull up until your passenger window is about halfway between the other car’s side mirror. Then you start to back up, and slowly turn the wheel. You are going to be in almost a 45 degree angle with the curb when your car reaches the halfway mark at the bumper. In other words the bumper of the car in front is out your passenger window. Typically the reverse parking aid will tell you that you are close to the curb behind you, and it could be signalling you to stop. This is good. At this point you start to turn the wheel in the other direction to swing the back end out and move the front in end. This is where the electromagnetic parking sensor or the front parking sensor comes in. You want to be close to the vehicle in front of you, but you want your front bumper to miss it. By using the signals of the front parking senor you can tell if you are to close and need to reposition.
Once the front bumper is in the parking spot you still have to be cautious of the rear bumper of your car and the car behind you.  The reverse parking aid will tell you if you are too close to the car behind you as you straighten out the car. You may also find that you need to pull forward to get in the space straight, which is another instance for the front parking sensor to read your location. 
The electromagnetic parking sensor allows you to park without causing damage when you parallel park.

October 31st, 2008
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Garage Parking Aids with the Parking Dynamics PD1

Car parking sensors allow you to keep your vehicle safe in a number of different ways. You may be reversing from your drive way and need to stop. In other instance you might be pulling out of a parking space when another car tries to race by. There are several reasons why you might find garage parking aids and car parking sensors important to your safety. This is why we are going to outline how the garage parking aids work.

To begin the garage parking aids from Parking Dynamics are reverse parking sensors as well as front parking sensors. They will be able to read the area around you to help you avoid any object that could be in your way. There are many cars one the market that have blind spots when backing up or going forward. For example a BMW has a long hood, which could pose a problem for seeing where it ends when backing up or pulling forward. The blind spots you have can make parking in a garage very difficult. To avoid hitting the sides of the garage in either a reverse or forward direction you can place two parking sensors on your vehicle.
The garage parking aids work in two different ways. The front parking sensor will be engaged with a button that fits under the steering wheel. It will offer you two zones for how close you come to an object such as a human, curb, building or even another vehicle. The rear car parking sensor works by engaging as soon as the vehicle is put in reverse. It has three zones to tell you how close you are to any object. By using these sensors you can avoid the sides of your garage building and back out cleanly. You could also park in the garage backwards without any reservations. It may make it easier to leave in the morning. No matter what you need the Parking Dynamics PD1 parking sensor for it is there to help you.

October 29th, 2008
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Front Parking Sensors to Ensure Parking Safety

All around vehicle protection is imperative whether you are parking or leaving your car for a couple of hours. You want to make sure that no damage can hurt your vehicle for many reasons. No claims on your insurance can mean you have a lower payment, which is just one reason to have protection on your car. Car parking sensors are another way to protect your car from damage that a driver may incur. For example when teaching a teenager to drive a car there is a lot to worry about regarding claims and damage. So why not help out your teenager with all around protection in the form of parking sensors? 

To give you an idea on how the parking aids work we will first take a look at the PD1 Parking Dynamics kit you might consider purchasing. It is an electromagnetic parking sensor that allows for more protection than the ultrasonic parking sensors. It is also the only hidden parking sensor of its kind. You have two parking sensors with the Parking Dynamics kit.  You have a front parking sensor and a reversing sensor.
The reversing sensor is engaged whenever the car is placed in reverse. It tells you when you get to close to an object that is behind you. The rear reverse sensor will be able to help you avoid incidents with blinds spots, as well as help your teenager learn to drive sensibly.
The front parking sensor is separate from the rear sensor in that you have a button under your dash to engage the forward parking aid. Once the front parking sensor is engaged it will tell you if you are to close when pulling in or backing out of a parking space. You could even engage the front parking sensor in heavy traffic to make sure you are not close to bumpers as you merge onto a busy street.
The front and reverse parking aids have zones that they read to ensure you are not too close to any object be it another car or person.

October 28th, 2008
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Reverse Parking Sensors for Optimal Parking Safety

There is a reason commercial trucks have parking sensors. In a commercial truck you have two side mirrors, but often the rear view mirror doesn’t exist. It can make backing up difficult, especially with the many blind spots a commercial vehicle has. The parking sensors are not only for commercial vehicles anymore. The parking sensors can be used on any vehicle from the smallest car to the large personal truck you have. 

Typically the most difficult parking aspect is reversing. For optimal parking safety using car parking sensors is imperative, but if you can’t afford the front parking sensor you can opt for the reverse parking sensors or you can have both front parking sensors and rear. You may feel comfortable with just a reverse parking sensor for an extra set of eyes, so let’s look at how the rear parking sensor can help you park your vehicle with safety in mind each time.
There are a couple of methods to reverse parking. You can parallel park, park forward and have to back out, or you can back into a parking space. We will concentrate on the backing into parking spaces safety. 
The car reversing aids need to be placed on the inside of the bumper about 40 to 50 centimetres from the ground. There are electromagnetic parking sensors that allow for this type of installation. They are no drills parking sensors for optimal safety and looks. The tape just affixes the rear parking sensor to the inside of the bumper. Then the CAN Bus wiring system is routed to the gear shift, to help the parking sensor engage when you put the car in reverse. 
When the car is in reverse the reverse sensor is working to scan the area you will back into. For backing into parking spaces safety it is imperative to have all around protection reading how close you might be to another car or the wall behind you. The reversing sensors will guide you with zones. There are three zones. The first zone is not a continuous beep, but more of a beep in warning. The second zone lasts a little longer, and the third and final zone is a consistent beep relayed to you in the vehicle. It is this sound you need to be careful of. It states that repositioning the vehicle is a must before you encounter the object it “sees.” By stopping the car you can avoid any damage.
The PD1 electromagnetic parking sensor will be the best option in the reverse parking sensor category for several of the reasons mentioned above. You can find these parking sensors at www.parkingdynamics.co.uk

October 27th, 2008
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Parking Dynamics Hidden Parking Sensors

There are a couple of different car parking sensors on the market. The ultrasonic parking sensor will require holes to be drilled into the bumper of the vehicle. It also requires 4 to 6 parking sensors and a bit of a paint job. They can be downright unsightly, and luckily they are not the only option a car owner has. The second type of car parking sensor is the electromagnetic parking sensor. Parking Dynamics is the only company to have this revolutionary technology, outside of car manufacturers. 

The PD1 sensor you can purchase at www.parkingdynamics.co.uk is a no drill and no holes parking sensor. In fact they are hidden parking sensors that affix to the back of the car’s front and rear bumper. How the car parking sensor works is that a tape is used on the sensor wire to make sure it is attached to the bumper securely. This means the electromagnetic parking sensor will work on almost any bumper surface. The only problem is with metal bumpers, you need a small addition to the parking sensor to make it work. It really isn’t much of a problem, when you consider the ultrasonic parking sensors like LaserLine and Steel Mate. 
The tape to attach the car parking sensor is used on the inner side of the bumper and not on the front. The factory bumper will remain unchanged and look good as new, after you have affixed the sensor. This is why they are hidden parking sensors. You also have a different set up than the ultrasonic parking sensors. Remember, above we said you needed four to six sensors to get maximum protection on your car? Well, with the PD1 Parking Dynamics car parking sensor you only need two sensors; the front parking sensor and the reverse parking aid. The parking sensors have technology that allows them to send and receive messages rather than having one sensor on the bumper to receive and another parking aid to send.
You also have more protection with the hidden parking sensor. The electromagnetic parking sensor has a wider range on the actual bumper to protect it. It can sense things to the side and corners of a bumper for all around protection. The ultrasonic parking sensor has limits on corners as well as its field of detection. To fully protect your vehicle the hidden parking sensor from Parking Dynamics will be your best option. You have no modifications, more protection for the entire car, and it is easy to install.

October 26th, 2008
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Electromagnetic Parking Sensor Buyers Guide - No Holes Electromagnetic Parking Sensor

You want to protect your vehicle when you park especially in densely packed areas such as car parks and multistory car parks.  For this very reason you attempt to park your car where it will be protected from dents, scrapes and bangs. 

Many cars as standard don’t come equipped with electromagnetic parking sensors.  They very rarely have anything to protect your car from such scenarios especially electromagnetic parking sensors.  Many dealers supply ultrasonic parking sensors and these are a factory upgrade with prices starting at about £300.

To get all around parking protection on your vehicle and to make parking easy and effortless you should have an electromagnetic reversing sensor, as well as a front parking sensor.  The electromagnetic parking sensors make it possible for you to know where your bumpers are at all times in relation to approaching objects.  To help you decide what type of electromagnetic parking sensor you should have we have our electromagnetic parking sensor buyers guide packed with tips, tricks and techniques. 

 
In this comprehensive electromagnetic parking sensor buyers guide we look at both the positive and negative features of two types of parking sensors.  We will also look at the installation of the parking dynamics PD1 parking sensor and the ultrasonic parking sensor.  There is also some technical information regarding the electromagnetic reverse sensor for those inclined to know the ins and outs of the technology used.
 
Advantages of the PD1 Electromagnetic Parking Sensor:
 
The first advantage one that the electromagnetic parking sensor gives you is that it is compatible and works on almost every car manufactured today worldwide. Only 4 car models are currently on the incompatible list:
 
Mitsubishi L200 | Nissan Pathfinder | Nissan Navara | Toyota Rav 4 (Pre 2006)
 
Secondly the electromagnetic parking sensor is a no holes, no drill, no damage parking sensor.  This means the actual electromagnetic parking sensors will adhere to the inner side of your front and rear bumpers, without affecting the aesthetics and new factory look of your car.
 
The electromagnetic parking sensors technology is also only used by a few elite manufacturers and Parking Dynamics.  The reason car manufacturer’s use it is because of the invisible when fitted design coupled with no need for maintenance ensuring a fit and forget product. 
 
Conversely the ultrasonic parking sensors require maintenance whenever the parking sensors get dirty or is bumped or the performance is affected. They can also get knocked out of alignment by simply washing the car. 
 
The ultrasonic parking sensor also requires four to eight sensors for the system to work.  In the electromagnetic parking sensor package you have an adhesive metallic tape that is mounted to the inner side of the bumper.  It is the antenna that allows for constant feedback to be sent and received by the ECU Electronic Control Units that triggers the audible speaker to alert you of approaching objects.

The electromagnetic front and rear parking sensor provides you with the ultimate in all round protection.  The revolutionary design allows for the corners and sides of the car to be protected, rather than just a small central path like the ultrasonic parking sensors.
 
Another advantage to the electromagnetic parking sensors is the voltage that acts like a detector.  The voltage is sent to the sensor so that audible tones can reach the driver.  The tones are offered per zones, i.e. the distance you are to the object.  The closer the electromagnetic parking sensor is to the object the more constant the tone is.  The different zones allow you plenty of time to react before causing potential damage.
 
The electromagnetic parking sensor is compatible with all conventional wiring systems, as well as the latest CAN Bus wiring systems found on all new vehicles.  The electromagnetic reverse sensor will also work when a tow bar is fitted or a spare wheel is fixed on the rear door. No other parking sensor has this intelligence to recognize and ignore these objects.
 
The electromagnetic parking sensors have a built in maintenance system that is initialized upon activation.  It will run the diagnostics check and give you real time feedback each time you place the vehicle in reverse or activate the front sensor by pushing the included switch.  Therefore, there is no maintenance required on the electromagnetic parking sensor.
 
The electromagnetic reversing sensor is a separate system from the front parking sensor.  You will have to engage the electromagnetic rear parking sensor by placing the car in reverse.  For the front parking aid there is a button to push to engage the electromagnetic parking sensor. 
 
The installation of the electromagnetic parking sensors is fairly easy for any good DIYer.  You may want a trained technician to install the three wires, just to make sure you hook them up properly. But in simple terms there is a live when reverse is engaged, an earth and an aerial wire from ECU to antenna. However, many individuals who work on their cars are able to follow the easy installation instructions that come with the kit. 
 
Disadvantages of the Parking Dynamics PD1 Parking Sensor:
 
Any product you buy is going to have some disadvantages.  You already heard some of them about the ultrasonic parking sensor to help us show you the difference in the electromagnetic parking sensor, and why it is a better option.  Now we will look at some of the disadvantages of the electromagnetic rear parking sensor.
 
First the electromagnetic parking sensors don’t work with the Mitsubishi L200, Nissan Pathfinder, Nissan Navara, and Toyota Rav 4 (pre 2006).  Considering all of the cars on the market this is a tiny disadvantage for a few car owners. The sensor won’t work with these cars as the bumper is built into the rear door and is metal.
 
The electromagnetic reverse sensor cannot be used on a metal bumper, without modifications. However, this doesn’t exclude metal bumpers at all as if you insulate the metal bumper then the sensor works fine.
 
The electromagnetic parking sensors can be sensitive to heavy rain however there is an intelligent system built in that enables the sensor to detect rain and adjust the sensitivity accordingly.  The effect occurs due to the rain washing over the bumper where the electromagnetic reversing sensor is fitted.  
 
Now that we have taken a look at both positive and negative features of the electromagnetic parking sensor we can look at a few installation and technical tips regarding the electromagnetic rear parking sensor and front parking sensor. 
 
Removal of the bumper is required on most cars to install the electromagnetic reverse sensor and is highly recommended, so that you can install the antenna in the correct location. You want to make sure the electromagnetic reversing sensor is at least 40 centimetres from the ground, but the optimal height is 50 centimetres.
 
Further installation of the electromagnetic reverse sensor does require the black tape offered in the package, but recommend you also use black duct tape or Gaffa tape to cover the full length of the antenna for ultimate in adhesion and protection.
 
Once the installation of the electromagnetic reversing sensor is complete you will need to run a pre-test to ensure it gives the initial self-diagnostic check and is completely operational at detecting objects.  If you have a metal crash protection bar behind the bumper you have four options of installation on the electromagnetic rear parking sensor. See the Installation page on the website for details:
 
The technical operation of the electromagnetic parking sensor is fairly simple, but you should read through the technical and installation PDFs found on the website to understand it. 
 
In essence a magnetic field is created by the electromagnetic parking sensors that transfer data to the transceiver strip on the inner side of the bumper, which then gives you feedback and offers audible sound to you in the vehicle.
 
The electromagnetic parking sensor reads the size of the object behind you and how close you are.  It can detect people, kerbs, cars, and other objects to keep your vehicle safe in any parking situation, including parallel parking.
 
In summary the Parking Dynamics PD1 electromagnetic parking sensor is the ultimate choice in car parking sensors giving you a No Drill. No Holes. No Damage option so your car looks as good as the day it left the factory. 

October 22nd, 2008
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