Berkshire Paranormal
Investigation Equipment

ghost hunting equipment


  • C A M E R A S

DIGITALS:

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RECOMMENDATIONS
     * Remove camera strap
     * Have extra media cards and batteries on hand
     * Use flash only when totally necessary
     * Use widest angle possible

Brands used: Canon EOS rebel XTi, Fuji S5000, Vivitar 3675, Samsung Digimax A402

35MM SLR's:

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RECOMMENDATIONS
     * Use a tripod / cable release for slow shutter speeds
     * Use lens hood to reduce flares
     * Buy film in bulk to save $$ ( 400 to 800 speed )
     * Use 28mm lens (wide angle, but minimal distortion)

Brands used: Minolta XG-7, Nikon F3

  • V I D E O

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All cameras can be used remotely and monitored via base camp or walked through an investigation.
The wireless IR camera provides a live feed when carried through an investigation by a team member. All cameras have low light and/or total darkness capabilities with IR.

Brands used: Sony TRV-118 Hi8 w/ IR Night Shot, JVC GR SXM 740 Night Alive VHS-C, DXG 301V, Sony HVL-IRM IR video light, imported wireless IR (no brand name)

  • C O M P U T E R S  +  M O N I T O R S

Dell Inspiron B130TV/VCR monitor For base camp monitoring and recording of remote videography.

Brands used: Dell Inspiron B130, Sylvania 13” Color TV/VCR, Orion 13” color monitor.

  • I N F R A R E D   T H E R M O M E T E R S

Infrared thermometerInfrared thermometer For instant readings of extreme temperature fluctuations.
Backlit display for use in darkness.

Brands used: La Crosse Technology Infrascan model # IR-101, Radioshack wireless Infrared

  • E M F   M E T E R S

EMF meterEMF meters For detecting electromagnetic fields.

Brands used: Cell Sensor, Trifield Natural EM, Trifield 100EX

  • D I G I T A L  V O I C E  R E C O R D E R S

digital voice recorders For collection of EVP's and note taking.

Brands used: RCA

  • N I G H T  V I S I O N

Night vision monocular For live viewing in total darkness. 15,000X light amplification.

Brand used: Night Owl Cyclops

  • F R E Q U E N C Y    C O U N T E R

frequency counter Detects the frequency of a transmitted radio signal
that could help clarify EVP’s (Electronic Voice Phenomenon)

Brand used: Radio Shack model 22-305

  • U H F / V H F   L O - B A N D   R A D I O

Low Band Radio For tuning to Frequency Counter readings for EVP’s

Brand used: Yaesu VX-5R

  • W I R E L E S S   I N F R A R E D   M O T I O N   S E N S O R S

motion sensors Motion detection for remotely located rooms (400 foot range). Receiver is placed at base camp.
Sounds alarm if an object detectable by infrared passes by the sensor.
Protects against hoaxing (especially important for trigger object experiments) and may detect entities as well.

Brand used: Driveway Patrol

  • T W O   W A Y   R A D I O S

walkie talkies Six pairs for team communication with base camp.

Brand used: Motorola


Basic Support Equipment and Supplies

  • Flashlights and backup flashlights - mainly L.E.D. types
  • Battery testers - Micronta and Radio Shack
  • Micronta Multi meter
  • Leatherman Wave Tool
  • Beldon tool kit
  • UVA lighting
  • Extra consumables (Batteries, tapes, film, etc)




  • Extension cords and video cables
  • First Aid Kit
  • Holy Water
  • Notepad/paper
  • Trigger objects
  • Dowsing pendulum
  • Caffeinated beverage!
"I'm coming up in infrared, there is no running that can hide you, cuz I can see in the dark. I'm coming up on infrared, forget your running, I will find you." -- From the song "Infrared" by Placebo


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