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Rae's gear guide
As Tech Specialist of H.S.P.R. I believe that a wide range
of each type of device we use is very important. This
allows us to test instruments against each other to ensure
their readings are accurate. The same type of device made
by different manufacturers may respond differently.
Therefore we try to use devices from all price ranges and
varied manufacturers. Below is a list of instruments we
use as well as their purpose in paranormal investigation.

Dark Light by Marcus Leader- The Dark Light by Marcus
Leader and Leader research was developed to work as a beacon
to paranormal / spiritual activity. This is a extremely RARE
piece of equipment and for the few within the United States that
have one- most valuable to their research. Marcus Leader ONLY
makes these for individuals and NEVER sells them. This version
dark light, has two different intensity setting and a IR motion
detection to turn it off and on.

Gold Beryllium Subtle Energy Microphone-
This is a experimental piece and we are currently field testing it
for Marcus Leader. Thus far we have had amazing evidence
from it and we'll continue to use it as to further his research.

Electromagnetic field detector- It is believed that all life
forms and spirits are made of energy. Thus they emit an electro
magnetic field which can then be picked up by the E.M.F.
Detector and is registered in milligauss. If the meter spikes at a
higher level than the normal or base line reading of the room and
no man made cause can be determined this may mean there is
spirit activity.

Some of the meters we use during investigations are:

- E.L.F. Zone: L.E.D read out from 0 to 8+ Milligauss
- Cell sensor: U.V. style meter read out from 0 to 5 Milligauss
- Tri Field Meter: A high end U.V. style meter 0 to 1,000 mG
(milligauss) The Tri Field is a very important meter. It can be
used in a variety of different modes to make sure our readings
are true. It is very accurate and is a must for any serious
investigator.

-Lutron E.M.F. 822A: Digital meter read out, 0.1mg to 199.9mg
A great digital meter, very accurate. We use this meter for base
readings as well as tracking down man made reasons for E.M.F.
levels. It's Lisa's favorite to use on an investigation.

- K.2. meter: L.E.D. read out 0 to 20+ Milligauss. This device
has been called the 21st century Ouija board. It is very
responsive and has been used to actually communicate with spirit
activity through a series of yes or no answers. One flash of the
meters lights for no and two flashes for yes. Renowned
Paranormal Specialist and Sensitive Chris Fleming has brought
this device and its technique into the forefront of paranormal
research.

Digital Voice Recorder or D.V.R. - Often a spirit can
communicate audibly through a recordable source such as a
digital or magnetic tape media. This is called electronic voice
phenomenon or E.V.P. Again, I believe investigators should use
different makes, models and medias to achieve solid results.
Some of the manufactures we use for both digital and tape
medias are: Sony, Olympus and RCA.
Our main recorder is the Zoom H2, A high end digital recorder
that can record in 360 degrees through 4 condenser style mics
and can record on 4 tracks, this allows us to see which direction
the sound or E.V.P. came from.

In conjunction with the H2, We have been working with Marcus
Leader and Leader Research on new theories and means of
communication with the other side. We are pleased to be field
testing a Leader invention known as the Gold Beryllium
Microphone for recording E.V.P.s .

Thermometers- Spirits are believed to pull energy out of the
atmosphere in order to try to manifest. Thus lowering the
temperature in the area or room. We use both digital and infrared
thermometers to pin point these areas and record any changes.

Photography- Photographic proof of paranormal activity has
been recorder on all types of photographic media. Therefore we
choose to employ all medias : digital, film and instamatic. We
use cameras from Kodak, Canon and Olympus.

As part of our photo documentation, we shoot in Infer-red. One
way we achieve this is with a digital camera that has been
modified to pick up the light spectrum that we cannot see with the
naked eye. The spectrum above what we can see is I.R.. We film
this spectrum using the Modi-Tronic 12 megapixel deep I.R.
camera.

Video- Paranormal activity is often captured on video as well
as still photography. We use a variety of formats from mini D.V.
to high 8 and consumer H.D. We also use professional grade
H.D. Cameras for documentary use.

H.S.P.R. also employs the use of digital static camera system.
This allows us to place cameras on tripods in rooms where
activity has been reported and record for up to 48 hours.

Team Communication-When investigating H.S.P.R.
believe's in using the "buddy system". We are always safer in
teams of 2 or more. In order for teams to communicate with each
other we use hand held 2-way radios, that operate on the general
mobile radio service (G.M.R.S.) and are monitored and used in
accordance with FCC regulations. Our radios have a 10 mile
range so we never lose contact with each other even with the
largest of investigations.

Lighting-We have found it wise to use I.R. (infrared)
Illumination when filming or shooting photos in dark places. We
use Sima I.R.lumination on all of our cameras.

Flash photography can dilate the pupils of the eyes causing team
members to lose their acclimation of their surroundings. To
avoid this the flashlights we use have red settings for easier night
vision.

Software- H.S.P.R. uses Audacity recording software to
re-record, filter, edit and store E.V.P. recordings as wave files
or sound bytes. This allows us to burn a disc of any findings for
the clients and our records and archives. We edit our video using
Final cut Pro on Mac. and Sony Vegas on P.C.

H.S.P.R. is currently experimenting with the Ghost Box or Franks
Box. A modified digital radio system. The modification allows
the radio to quickly scan through the A.M. or F.M. frequency
spectrum. In theory this allows the spirit to communicate through
the open spectrum.

Have Questions?

If you any questions regarding the equipment or techniques we
use please feel free to contact me at:

Rae@hauntedsouthparanormalresearch.com

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