An overview of equipment utilized

EQUIPMENT

We utilize an extensive portfolio of equipment for our investigative work. Sometimes, some of the procedures or technology involved is unique to various situations.

In addition to trying to quantify unexplained phenomena, or more often, eliminate explainable phenomena - we also aim to ascertain the effectiveness of some of the more commonly used devices by other investigators.

Here is a summary inventory of some of the equipment we use as part of our investigative process..

EMF Detectors - various handheld Electro Magnetic Field measuring devices. Note: actually, these devices will measure most transitional 'fixed' magnetic fields - even at low frequencies (2+ Hertz) if powerful enough - try moving a magnet near one. However, most used by investigators seem to be optimally effective around 50+ Hz. Depending upon their use - these detectors will respond differently when moved/scanned around an area - and would often benefit from being monitored from a fixed location, unless trying to locate an EM source - such as 50/60Hz (CPS) live mains cables.
Nada RF (non-ionizing radiation) detection equipment, wide ranging RF / EMF (300Mhz - 26Ghz) measuring equipment and location.
Handheld RF frequency counter / detector and wide spectrum RF receivers.
Electrostatic locators and detection equipment - often associated with 'natural electric fields', 'spatial charges', 'negative and positive charged ions' and electro-static field measurement.
Oscilloscopes - for waveform observation and analysis. Also PC based analysis.
Bench type frequency counter.
Subsonic, sub-acoustic, (non-RF) rapid air-pressure change/movement detection.
Various temperature measuring devices - including the obligatory handheld laser targeted device used with fixed distance 'white' target reference points.
Active infrared beam barrier detectors / alarms - often used to secure the integrity of an area from straying people and/or animals.
Passive Infra-Red detectors - often, but not always used to secure the integrity of an area from straying people and animals. Many people don't appreciate that a PIR (containing a dual or quad pyroelectric element), works by detecting a change in back-ground infrared energy, specifically across the peak/magnified fields through a fresnel lens - 'movement of a change in temperature' if you like - usually within a preset time window, and often adjustable for a pulse-count to eliminate false detection/alarm. Many PIR's can be susceptible to RF peaks and thus false triggering - such as generated from a mobile phone or two-way radio within the near vicinity.
Combined remote PIR detector, transmitter, and matched receiver.
Image intensifier - 'starlight' night-vision. Ideal for nighttime cryptozoology activities.
Handheld parabolic acoustic locator / microphone / amplifier - for directional sound amplification and recording.
A variety of digital and tape audio recorders, with a selection of microphones - including directional, and boundary. Including some ancillary detectors for EVP experimentation and recording.
Miscellaneous portable test meters.
A variety of digital and tape video / audio recorders - including miniature covert devices. Apart from detection of unexplained phenomena - covert devices are good for the elimination of 'sneak interference' - or fake, man-made activity.
Ultrasonic (wide band) heterodyne monitor. Apart form listening to bats, and the clicking of stone circles at sunrise, you can also monitor the ultrasonic audio spectrum which usually animals such as dogs can hear.
A variety of video, audio and combined detectors, transmitters and matched receivers.
Audio and Video multi-channel mixing desks with audio and video processing/enhancement. Video multiplexed sequencer with spot movement 'trigger and record' function - saving time by not having to stare at hours of 'no activity' video.
R.O.V. - Remote Operated Vehicle - radio controlled observation and detection droid. Specifically useful for investigating dangerous or difficult to access area's.
Four track Studio Master recorder and combined 6 channel mixing desk. Mainly used for specific EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomena) experimentation.
Multi-spectral data detection and monitoring. Self contained detection and data-recording. Such a device can be left to periodically monitor a variety of things such as temperature, humidity, airflow, air-pressure, RF, EMF, gravitational, geomagnetic, etc., over a period of hours, days, weeks or even months.
Binoculars with combined digital video recording, and digital pocket camera's.
Strike Alert - Handheld ranging Lightning Detector.
Volumetric air movement detector.
A variety of portable 'camcorders' ranging from handheld with built-in infrared illumination and low-lux observation - through to high quality 'lead parrot' should mounted units.
Portable handheld digital video recorder and monitor, with wireless covert colour CCTV camera's with infrared illumination and audio monitoring.
Infrared illuminators, halogen floodlights, and a variety of infrared and halogen. LED and Luxeon torches. Hand generator, rechargeable torches.
UV marker pens, and large UV lights - multi-purpose, including forensic observation.
Dedicated video monitors and portable PC's and laptops.
Two-way communications. Handheld radios, ear-pieces, covert microphones and mobile vehicle base-station.
Mechanical and digital magnetic compasses.
Battery operated, portable PIR triggered light.
Seismic detector, and electrically resistive/responsive strain gauges.
Environmental monitoring equipment (audio, visible light, humidity, barometric air-pressure, audio intensity (db measured at a standard 1 metre).
Ionization radiation alarm, pocket and wristband Dosimeters, and a Geiger Counter.
Portable multi-gas detection and analysis units with audible alarms.
Safety equipment: Hard-hats. Safety boots (with steel sole and toe protection). A variety of gloves, eye protection. Ear defenders. Safety blankets. NBC suits, covert and Hi Viz safety clothing. Emergency personal attack alarms. First Aid kits. Fire extinguishers. Emergency location strobe lights. Emergency whistles. And much more!
Ultrasonic, laser targeted, measuring device. Useful for drawing up accurate location plans, and for setting calibrated 'fixed' equipment locations.
Ancillary equipment: Notepad's, pens, trigger objects, tool kits, fixing and securing equipment, battery test gear. A variety of soft and hard cases, and rucksacks. And much more!
TR107 MKI Tricorder.
Ancillary camera equipment, including tripods, cables, spare batteries, additional data storage, charges, halogen spot lights, flight cases, and the like.
Mobile command and monitoring vehicle (Ex MOD Land Rover 4x4) with built-in remote observation and monitoring equipment, communications base stations, dedicated touch-screen PC's (x2), remote console weather / environmental monitoring station, and equipment storage. vehicle was originally used by the military as a radio truck (FFR - fitted for radio) and as such has a powerful 24 volt generator, with ancillary power for charging additional batteries, with extra oil cooling for continuous running. All electric are full screened from emitting spurious RF whilst the engine is running. Additionally, the system has been expanded to accommodate 12 volt output, and 3 inverters for supplying 240 volts AC.

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