Fitness Equipment

GPS data loggers, also called GPS loggers, happen to be special devices that log in their position and they do it on regular intervals. This data is then stored into the memory of the device and later it can be easily downloaded to your computer. Often GPS loggers are used in sports to help keep track of mileage and distance that a person covers. These loggers are quite small, which allows them to be easily taken in a pocket or even on an armband. You can find them online or GPS loggers can be found in many hardware stores as well.

What is GPS? GPS or Global Position System is a type of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), which was developed by the US Department of Defense. It can be used by anyone and is mostly used by civilians for navigation and tracking.

With a GPS device, you can figure out the exact location where you are by using the signals that are put out by medium earth orbit satellites. Not only can these devices use this system to figure out location, but time and velocity can also be determined using this device as well.

Use of GPS Loggers There are several uses of GPS data loggers. They are commonly used in sports and travel, but the device also has other users. Some of the common applications of GPS data loggers include: Sports Geotagging Asset Tracking Security

Sports There are several sports related applications for GPS loggers. The devices are, however, mainly used for outdoor sports such as jogging, hiking, biking, etc. You can take the small gadget with you and later on download the data to your computer to determine where you’ve been or how fast you were going. This system is also used in the sport of gliding where competitors are made to fly close circuit routes. When they land, the data stored in the GPS loggers will help determine if they followed the path and who did it the fastest.

Geotagging The data gathered by a GPS logger can be cross-referenced with the data on the pictures taken by a digital camera in a process known as geotagging. If you decide to take a hike and bring your digital camera with you as well as your GPS logger, can theoretically provide the exact location of the image you took, provided that the date and time recorded by the camera is accurate.

Asset Tracking and Security GPS loggers may also be used in asset tracking. It can be put on pets to determine where the pets go during the day. Controversially, parents may also attach the device to their kids or to their kid’s car to determine where they go during the day or at night. Similarly, this can also be used during private investigations and for security activities that require asset tracking.

The Cost You can purchase these GPS loggers in many stores that carry gadgets. Of course you can make an order for this device on the Internet as well. Usually you’ll pay anywhere from $25-200 for a good device. Of course some will cost more than other devices. The price you pay will depend on the data storage, how it is downloaded, and the amount of memory space that the gadget has.

Massage chairs are a competitive market and to of the biggest powers are Sanyo and Panasonic. We compare two of their higher and chairs and a back to back breakdown. The SA 5000 is the contender from Sanyo and the Panasonic 30004 is the heavyweight from Osaka. We will match up some of their top-notch features and layout their warranty coverage.

First up is the SA 5000 from Sanyo. The tale of the tape is a quite impressive list of features. Sanyo unveils its GK roller system and this massage recliner. This roller system enables the grip massage to reach around the neck and shoulders. This provides a very relieving squeezing type massage to soothe the upper body.

The 30004 from Panasonic has one of the most advanced massage programs. The Junetsu massage from Panasonic is a deep tissue wonder. This penetrating massage uses increasing pressure while making a small circle. This helps to relieve knots in the shoulders and back. Just point the Junetsu massage where you need relief and it will do the rest.

Now if you need a good shoulder and neck massage, turn to the SA 5000. The GK rollers drive the stiffness program for relief of the shoulders and neck. These specialize rollers come out and around the shoulder or neck and provide a gripping massage. Target this area for relief.

The 30004 massage chair by Panasonic has five automatic programs for your massage needs. They provide a good sampling of massage techniques including deep tissue, Swedish, shiatsu and stretching. Stretching massages work in conjunction with other parts of the chair to stretch the lower body and also the upper body and arms. The shiatsu massage takes a reading of your body and notes exactly where your acupressure points are located.

Sanyo incorporates a stress detector into the SA 5000. The stress detector is actually based on a lie detector technology. It detects where you have tension in your body. By holding on to the sensor under the hand, chair detects and targets your stress points. This is pretty amazing technology into massage chair.

Panasonic has added an upper body and arm stretch capability to the 30004. This massage chair has an airbag contained and the armrest of the chair. This airbag can be used to provide a compression massage to the arm and hand. It is also used to hold the arm in place and recliner chair to stretch out the upper body, shoulders and arms.

The manual massages of the SA 5000 allow the user to choose the massage technique. There are four manual massage techniques and this recliner. This comes with kneading, tapping, rolling and combination massage. Also, manual massage courses are available to massage a specified region or point.

With the 30004 massage chair you get eight manual massage techniques. This is an amazing variety of massage techniques in one chair. The eight massage techniques include Swedish, shiatsu, Junetsu, kneading, stretching, rolling, tapping and grip massage. You can also select from a number of preset manual massage courses. Use the up and down arrow keys to target exactly where you want a particular massage to concentrate.

The warranty coverage of the Panasonic is quite good. You get three years of parts protection on the 30004 massage therapy recliner. Also, Panasonic includes in home technician service for the first year. Sanyo also matches Panasonic on the one-year in-home service. However, Sanyo covers only the roller mechanism for three years. The other parts are covered only for one year.

Both of these massage recliners are solid contenders in its class. The Sanyo provides a soothing and relaxing shoulder and neck massage. Panasonic on the other hand, provides for both shiatsu and Swedish massage along with stretching of the upper and lower body. This one is too close to call it really depends on your preferences. These are both wonderful massage chairs which will serve your needs for many years.

A relative newcomer to the massage chair industry is Sanyo. The first challenge for a relative newcomer is where to find them. This is extremely difficult, since Sanyo lacks distribution in brick and mortar stores. Most customers have a hard time trying to find a place to try them. They are starting to find their way to internet dealers, but most customers have a hard time trying to find a place to try them. Shiatsu massage chairs have been on the market for 30 years. Sanyo entered the 30 year old massage chiar market only a few years ago. The flagship model of the Sanyo line is the HEC-DR7700K Zero Gravity Massage Chair. The HEC-DR7700K Zero Gravity Massage Chair is retails for about $5,000. Sanyo is begining to find internet dealers, but do not have any significant retail accounts.

When looking for a shiatsu massage chair, you are buying a chair for your needs. However, the company that makes is just part of the package. Manufacturers vary and how they support the product also varies. Bigger is not always better. Customer service is critical if you need service. How is Sanyo’s customer service? Good news is Sanyo has a US call center open 24/7 for warranty issues. Our experience is about average service but relatively short times to resolve issue, which is important.

Warranty is always an interesting area. You can benchmark a manufacturer’s confidence by their warranty. The longer and more comprehensive the better and brings additional value and protection to customer. Sanyo’s warranty is weak. One would think that Sanyo would have one of the best warranties, but it is rather short compared to other massage chair manufacturers. Sanyo’s warranty is 1 year labor, 1 year parts, 3 years on the roller mechanism. Finally, Sanyo is offering in-home service, which it will cover for the first year. The warranty is a good indication of the company’s faith in its product. Sanyo’s massage chair warranty is weak for the price-remember the price tag is $5,000.

Officially, a zero gravity chair must recline back so your knees are above your heart. The HEC-DR7700K Zero Gravity shiatsu massage chair meets this requirement. In the zero gravity position, your weight is evenly distributed across your back. This takes the weight off your spine. This is a comfortable position. One can certainly relax before and after their massage.

The HEC-DR7700K has a built in Stiffness Detection Sensor. The stiffness detection sensor is based on lie detection technology and detects stress points throughout your back. The Stiffness Detection Sensor gauges fatigue by monitoring changes in your perspiration and pulse rate. The massage is adjusted to pinpoint higher areas of stress.

The Physical Shape Sensor adjusts the massage rollers to your body shape. The rollers adjust to your body shifts during the course of the massage. It is an interesting feature for the more squeamish among us. Personally, I find I adjust my position to the fixed rollers when I want to hit a particular part of my back.

Sanyo’s exclusive GK rollers systems can literally “reach out” and touch you in 3 dimensions. Your neck and shoulders are in for a real treat as the rollers come over the top of your shoulders. This shiatsu massage recliner has the first 3 dimensional massage functions. Perfect to massage your neck and shoulders. Sanyo needs to be congratulated in breaking new ground into the 3 dimension robotic massage chair!

The Sanyo DR7700K has tremendous variety of massage therapies with 5 automatic massage courses, 4 full body automatic courses and a total combination of 83 combination manual massage courses. Do you enjoy massages such as Grip, Shiatsu, Kneading, Tapping, Kneading & Tapping and various stretches? The GK rollers bring in the third dimension with Sanyo’s jointed massage head unit. Get a relieving shoulder and neck massage with Sanyo’s top shiatsu massage chair recliner.