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Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/8/2007 10:45:33 PM   
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I was backing out of a parking space at the local BestBuy when the backup sensors chirped.  A little kid got loose from his mom and darted behind the truck.  Scared the sh%% out of me.  Probably did the same to the mom.

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RE: Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/9/2007 12:11:03 AM   
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Glad to hear they paid off...

Speaking about Reverse Senors...My Dolphin brand Sona Step crapped out on me last month..I contacted Ecomaster and they promptly replaced it, 100% no charge..It works even better now..It is a new and improved model...


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RE: Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/9/2007 3:53:34 AM   
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I really like the 'plug-n-play' feature of your system.

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RE: Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/9/2007 7:06:33 AM   
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quote:

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Glad to hear they paid off...

Speaking about Reverse Senors...My Dolphin brand Sona Step crapped out on me last month..I contacted Ecomaster and they promptly replaced it, 100% no charge..It works even better now..It is a new and improved model...




It was all the snow banks you where backing into

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RE: Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/9/2007 9:14:39 AM   
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I've also been real happy with my Sonar Sensor.

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RE: Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/9/2007 11:30:43 AM   
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ORIGINAL: Dennis

Glad to hear they paid off...

Speaking about Reverse Senors...My Dolphin brand Sona Step crapped out on me last month..I contacted Ecomaster and they promptly replaced it, 100% no charge..It works even better now..It is a new and improved model...


I like that set up. How much did you pay and where did you get it from. I see one on Ebay for $179 +$8 ship. Is that a good deal and is that the newer version? Also does that detect things that are moving behind you? Or does also detect non moving objects (or both). One more question... does it detect things behind you even though your not in reverse. Like if something gets close behind you while your at a red light , etc.. .. Thanks for the help!

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RE: Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/9/2007 11:32:51 AM   
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Also what is the newer model # that you have. So I can avoid getting the older version. thanks.

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RE: Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/9/2007 11:58:54 AM   
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They only send out the newer version now and the guys at Echomaster told me this one is the best out there now and they had some problems with the earlier versions like I had..if your are talking about this one on Ebay...it is a great deal!! and that is the newest version...I paid a year ago, $250.00 for the older, more unreliable version.

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No..you have to have it in reverse for it to be active..like all brands do..it detects moving and stationary objects perfectly and well in advance of actual contact

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RE: Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/9/2007 12:07:40 PM   
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Is the new one a break light also

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RE: Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/9/2007 12:12:45 PM   
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No Mark, just some red reflective domed sticker..or you can put on one that says SONAR STEP in a silver reflective sticker (kit comes with both types of stickers, pretty high quality stickers I might add)..I don't advertise on my vehicles for nobody, unless they pay me...

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RE: Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/9/2007 12:51:00 PM   
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Dennis,
Do you know the part # for the new model?
I found the Dolphin Sonar Step online for $179.00, Part # EM-00-15000

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RE: Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/9/2007 1:40:13 PM   
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I'm not sure about the model #..but it looks about right...If it has the blank space on the front for the reflective sticker, it is the new model like I have...If it has the words SONAR STEP molded in to the unit on the front instead, it is the old model..

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RE: Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/9/2007 2:05:56 PM   
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ORIGINAL: finskeeper

I was backing out of a parking space at the local BestBuy when the backup sensors chirped.  A little kid got loose from his mom and darted behind the truck.  Scared the sh%% out of me.  Probably did the same to the mom.


Wow...That kid was really lucky...I was thinking about getting one myself..but wasn't to sure what brand to buy..and if they were any good..but after reading this tread, I am going to order one..thanks everyone.

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RE: Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/9/2007 2:29:47 PM   
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After what happened to me last night, I think I'll be buying one of these.  Does it cover the entire width of the car, or just directly behind it?

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RE: Backup sensors probably saved a kid. - 3/9/2007 3:06:13 PM   
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After what happened to me last night, I think I'll be buying one of these.  Does it cover the entire width of the car, or just directly behind it?



My sensors begin chirping at approx 6'.  My two outside sensors are aimed to pick up approximately 2 feet beyond the sides of the vehicle.  They chirp when I'm backing out of the garage.  I like the portability that Dennis has, but I also like the wide coverage that the permanent install gives.

BTW- They pick up both static and moving objects.  A squirrel set mine off once.  Couldn't back up fast enough to hit him! 

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