Inexpensive parking assist

boa8 · 04-22-2004, 06:47 PM

Anybody heard about Astrodon EPS?

http://www.astrodoneps.com/technical_details.html

It looks nice (because it's hidden behind the bumper) and easy to install.

But,
(1) I don't really understand how it works
(2) Any possible radio interference with Prius systems?

DonDNH · 04-23-2004, 10:34 AM

I asked them if it is RF and whether it is legal for use in the US. I'll post any response.

DonDNH · 04-23-2004, 11:42 AM

Astrodoneps replied that the device is iso standard with world seal approval.

Given that there should be no determental interferrence with any electronics on the car.

boa8 · 04-23-2004, 02:44 PM

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Originally posted by DonDNH
Astrodoneps replied that the device is iso standard with world seal approval.

Given that there should be no determental interferrence with any electronics on the car.

Great!
I've ordered this kit yesterday and will post here my review /photos next weekend (I hope).

I believe that for someone who had chance to use parking assist it's a 'must have' feature. Whatever your parking skills.

Here in Europe it's a real necessity...

**Danny** · 04-23-2004, 03:16 PM

That's a beautiful pictures for your avatar, Boa. Is that like the new Phantom Metallic Grey that's out for Toyota?

bookrats · 04-23-2004, 03:45 PM

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Originally posted by AdminCoop
That's a beautiful pictures for your avatar, Boa. Is that like the new Phantom Metallic Grey that's out for Toyota?

Whoa! Is this a new color that Toyota will be putting on the '05 Prii? Or just a new color they're using for other Toyota vehicles?

**Danny** · 04-23-2004, 04:17 PM

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That's a beautiful pictures for your avatar, Boa. Is that like the new Phantom Metallic Grey that's out for Toyota?

Whoa! Is this a new color that Toyota will be putting on the '05 Prii? Or just a new color they're using for other Toyota vehicles?[/b]

Not sure about that, but I do know it's available on the new 04 MR2 Spyder.

boa8 · 04-23-2004, 04:28 PM

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Originally posted by AdminCoop
That's a beautiful pictures for your avatar, Boa. Is that like the new Phantom Metallic Grey that's out for Toyota?

In Europe it's called Jade (France, Switzerland) or Sileni Green Mica (UK).
Color code 6S9. I was worried that it'll be too green and positively surprised that there is more greyish in reality.

I believe it's called Tideland in US.

It could be just light angle and contrast with the green at the background...

**Danny** · 04-23-2004, 04:34 PM

Wow, is that really the US Tideland?? Looks great!

I was wrong about the US Color - it's called Phantom Pearl Gray.

Brian · 04-23-2004, 11:49 PM

I want to order this kit. Sounds nice.

04-22-2004, 06:47 PM	#1
boa8 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: GVA Posts: 217 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Inexpensive parking assist Anybody heard about Astrodon EPS? http://www.astrodoneps.com/technical_details.html It looks nice (because it's hidden behind the bumper) and easy to install. But, (1) I don't really understand how it works (2) Any possible radio interference with Prius systems?

04-23-2004, 03:16 PM	#5
Danny Admin/Founder Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Columbia, SC Posts: 4,555 My Car: 2006 Prius Package: #8 Nominated 26 Times in 8 Posts TOTM Awards: 1 Friends: 23	That's a beautiful pictures for your avatar, Boa. Is that like the new Phantom Metallic Grey that's out for Toyota? __________________ PriusChat Offers Discounts on: Extended Warranty - $990 : Pre-Paid Maintenance - $875 : HeatShield SunShades : BT Tech Stiffening Plate : All other Prius Accessories

04-23-2004, 04:34 PM	#9
Danny Admin/Founder Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Columbia, SC Posts: 4,555 My Car: 2006 Prius Package: #8 Nominated 26 Times in 8 Posts TOTM Awards: 1 Friends: 23	Wow, is that really the US Tideland?? Looks great! I was wrong about the US Color - it's called Phantom Pearl Gray. __________________ PriusChat Offers Discounts on: Extended Warranty - $990 : Pre-Paid Maintenance - $875 : HeatShield SunShades : BT Tech Stiffening Plate : All other Prius Accessories

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04-23-2004, 10:34 AM	#2
DonDNH Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Nashua, NH Posts: 694 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	I asked them if it is RF and whether it is legal for use in the US. I'll post any response.

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DonDNH Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Nashua, NH Posts: 694 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Astrodoneps replied that the device is iso standard with world seal approval. Given that there should be no determental interferrence with any electronics on the car.

04-23-2004, 11:49 PM	#10
Brian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orange, California Posts: 479 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	I want to order this kit. Sounds nice.