• EMF Detectors

               

  Electro-magnetic Field detectors are employed  by paranormal investigators world wide because of their ability to detect the presence of EMF fields that are known to be present when a spirit tries to either initialize a response, as well as trying to materialize.

  There are many different types of EMF meter, but the two largest categories are single axis and tri-axis. Single axis meters are cheaper than a tri-axis meters, but take longer to complete a survey because the meter only measures one dimension of the field. Single axis instruments have to be tilted and turned on all three axes to obtain a full measurement. A tri-axis meter measures all three axes simultaneously, but these models tend to be more expensive.

  Most meters measure the electromagnetic radiation flux density, which is the amplitude of any emitted radiation. Other meters measure the change in an electromagnetic field over time.

  Electromagnetic fields can be either AC (Alternating current) or DC (Direct current). An EMF meter can measure AC electromagnetic fields, which are usually emitted from man-made sources such as electrical wiring, while Gauss meters or magnetometers measure DC fields, which occur naturally in the earth’s geomagnetic field and are emitted from other sources where direct current is present.

  EMF meters usually measure radiation in milligauss. In absence of a moving magnetic field, an ideal meter will read 0 milligauss. Industrial EMF meters will often read 2-3 milligauss when placed in an open field devoid of emitters such as power lines (either overhead or buried).

  The majority of EMF meters available are calibrated to measure electromagnetic radiation, which is alternating at 50/60Hz (the frequency of US and European main electricity)This is because in recent years people have become concerned about the long-term health effects of exposure to high levels of radiation emitted from some electrical appliances.

  There are other meters which can measure field alternating at as little as 20 Hz However these tend to be much more expensive and are only used to specific research.

   

     Digital Voice Recorders

  

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• Electronic voice phenomena (EVP) refers to the purported manifestation of voices and sounds of paranormal origin on electronic media such as radios and tape recorders. Proponents of EVP commonly attribute the phenomenon to communication from ghosts or spirits, although others have suggested alien communications or psychokinesis from the living as possible explanations. Skeptics of the paranormal have offered radio interference, hoaxes, artifacts due to low quality equipment and auditory pareidolia as more likely explanations for the apparent phenomenon. According to parapsychologist Konstantin Raudive, who popularized the idea, EVP are typically brief, usually the length of a word or short phrase.

  Interest in spirit communication through electronic recording dates back to at least the 1940s and has its roots in the turn of the century Spiritualism movement (1840s-1920s). Originally labeled “Raudive Voices”, after Raudive, recordings thought to be spirits were later renamed “electronic voice phenomena”, a term introduced by the publishing company Colin Smythe Ltd in the early 1970s. The explanation that EVP are produced by spirits of the deceased was first introduced by American photographer Attila Von Szalay, who believed he recorded the voice of a dead loved one in 1956. Similar claims were made up until the 1970s, notably by psychologists Raymond Bayless and Konstantin Raudive, and film producer Friedrich Jürgenson. In 1980, inventor William O'Neill, backed by industrialist George Meek, built a 'Spiricom' device which was said to facilitate very clear communication with the spirit world through EVP.

  In addition to deceased spirits, various researchers say that EVP could be due to psychic echoes from the past, psychokinesis unconsciously produced by living people, and the thoughts of aliens. More mundane explanations include apophenia (finding of significance or connections between insignificant or unrelated phenomena), pareidolia (interpreting random sounds into voices in their own language which might otherwise sound like random noise to a foreign speaker), artifacts due to low-quality equipment, or simple hoaxes.

  Recording EVP has become a technique of paranormal investigators, who attempt to contact the souls of dead loved ones or during ghost hunting activities. References to EVP have appeared in the reality television shows "Paranormal State", Ghost Hunters, the fictional Supernatural and Hollywood films such as White Noise and The Sixth Sense.

               Temperature Recording Devices

• The measurement of temperature is an important component of any standard investigation and the proper collection of this type of environmental evidence can assist in validating the overall phenomenon. Paranormal research is not an exact science and relies heavily on circumstantial evidence. "I heard a noise" or "I feel cold here" are some basic examples of claims normally linked to something paranormal. Though attention to the feelings that one has should never be overlooked, it would seem logical that both of these claims, if happening outside the head of the witness, are fully able to be verified via the accepted sciences and the tools used to measure their deviations. Obviously, the more of this direct evidence that is collected, in support of the overall evidence, the more credible the claim will be.
  
  Given the importance most reputable investigation organizations apply to temperature measurement, the IR thermometer has made the list of recommended tools for every investigator's toolbox.

• 0 Lux Infrared Security Cameras

There are a lot of selections when it comes to infrared security cameras.     But before you choose, you should do your homework.

Really look at your situation and decide what you need out of your infrared camera. Some have more LEDS but a smaller lens. It depends on how well lit you want the area to be.

But be careful, there are a lot of (too good to be true) prices out there, so watch out and if all possible try it first to see just how far you can see in total darkness. Not only will you not be happy with how far the camera can see but also the quality of the picture.

You should expect to pay at LEAST $100.00 on a decent quality camera but don’t be surprised if you wind up spending a whole lot more once you find out what the more expensive cameras will do in terms of lighting up a room and the superb quality of the image.

     4, 8 and 16 Channel DVRs

Digital Video Recorders are needed to network your 4, 8, or 16 cameras.

Once again, there are several to choose from and depending on your need and your budget you could be spending a lot of your money on both this and your cameras.

As always, do your homework and learn as much as you can before you purchase. Once again try to determine your ultimate need  and expectations of a DVR  and your shopping experience will be a easy choice.

And don’t forget, your going to need a lot of cable and the proper connecting device, which is almost always a BNC connector. You can go either for a RG 59 or 60 which is you basic coax cable that you might see on the back of your TV, or go for a CAT 5 cable with Video Balons to convert to BNC.   

      2 Way Communicators

It is essential to keep in contact with all of our team members when we investigate.  Each team must have one on them at all times with fresh batteries.

Not only does this act as a way to communicate information during an investigation and ensures the safety of the team members, it's also important when setting up our DVR system and aiming our 0 lux infrared cameras to the proper visual locations.

       Digital Cameras

GIPS use digital cameras mainly for their ease of use.  Not only can our investigators view the images quickly, downloading into the internet and zooming in on particular areas

are extremely easily.  Storing and cataloging images; and sending and receiving of these images are other important reasons why digital cameras are our choice.