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C-Back™ Control Unit and SensorC-Back™ Control Unit and Sensor

C-Back™

C-Back™ is an intelligent back-up system for the Light Duty and Passenger Vehicle market. This patented, ultrasonic-based technology alerts the driver to objects in the path of the vehicle both before and during reversing.

In an independent evaluation the Grote Obstacle Detection System was rated “Best Buy” by Consumer Reports magazine, and was also named as one of the best 50 products of 2003 by Heavy Duty Trucking Magazine.

The C-Back™ system is available from Grote Industries.

Read a short summary of the main features of the C-Back™ system.

Diagram of C-Back™ Controller showing zones of detection Typical mounting location for a single C-Back™ Sensor on rear of vehicle.

C-Back™ - Summary of Main Features

  • Reports obstacles that may be hidden in the vehicle’s blind spot.
  • Uses three separate detection zones behind the vehicle.
  • Sound and LED indicators warn the driver where and whenever an obstacle is detected.
  • Using C-Back™ helps reduce the possibility of damage to commercial and privately owned vehicles during reversing.
  • System automatically activates when vehicle is placed in reverse.
  • Designed for clean, neat installation on existing vehicles.
  • Rugged, waterproof sensor is designed to operate in extreme temperatures resistant to rain, snow, ice, slush, road salt and carwashes.
  • Performs a self-check each time it is activated to detect:
    • Sensor obstruction (by mud, dirt, snow or ice buildup on sensor).
    • Connection of sensor to control unit.
    • Power to the Control Unit.

The C-Back™ system is available from Grote Industries.

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