 EQUIPMENT |
The right tools are essential in the pursuit of the
paranormal. IMPI utilizes different equipment to document
each case, from dowsing rods to cameras, thermometers to EMF
Detectors. Each reading, picture and temperature change is
important to an investigation for the final analysis and could be
a valuable piece of evidence of paranormal activity in the location
being studied. Below is a general list of the equipment we use
and it's purpose in the investigation.
- Digital Voice
Recorder - Digital recorders are used during each
investigation to record all sounds and voices. They are also used
for EVP sessions to capture any responses to questions posed to the
entity, if one is present. In theory, entities communicate on a
lower frequency than us, in a range below our hearing. But these
sounds can be picked up on a recorder.
- Thermometer
- thermometers are an important part of any investigation. A
thermometer monitors the ambient air temperature of an area during an
investigation. One theory in paranormal circles is that entity
trying to manifest pulls heat from the air while drawing energy leaving
cold spots behind. All instances of cold spots are documented
during the investigation on an investigator's log and a natural
explanation for the anomaly is searched for. Its correlated with
other instances such as EMF readings or EV P's caught during that time
period later discovered during analysis.
- Electromagnetic field detector
- an EMF detector is used during an investigation to detect
fluctuations in the electromagnetic field of the area.
Electromagnetic fields do occur naturally, but in small increments such
as 0.1 to 0.2 milliGauss. It has been found that in areas where
there is paranormal activity EMF spikes occur. Also, high EMF
readings caused by electrical appliances or unshielded wiring or
breaker boxes can be a factor in the perception of paranormal
activity. In other words, people that have EMF sensitivity can
experience paranoia, nausea, feelings of dread and
hallucinations. This can be solved by an electrician properly
shielding the outlets or boxes.
- 35 MM cameras
- a 35 MM camera is also used along with the digital camera.
There are some theories that 35 MM cameras are more accurate in
paranormal investigation due to the fact that they do not adjust or
enhance the photos taken in any way. Digital cameras are designed
to take a sharp clear pictures using electronic enhancement. 35
MM cameras do not use this. Also it is much more difficult to
tamper with a 35 MM picture without detection than it is with a digital
picture.
- Compass - this is a
simple but effective tool in paranormal investigation. As with
the EMF detector, a compass works by detecting magnetic fields.
When a compass meets a disruption in magnetic fields, it tends to spin,
thus leading investigators two employee other equipment in that area in
an effort to capture paranormal evidence.
- Dowsing rods
- used for many years to find such things as water, investigators use
Dowsing rods to detect paranormal anomalies. It is believed that
dowsing rods detect fluctuations in energy. Once again this gives
investigators in indication that it is time to deploy other equipment.
This is just a sampling of the equipment IMPI currently uses. All
of the information collected from these tools is analyzed at the end of
each investigation and compiled in detailed reports. It is then
reviewed by the entire IMPI team and a final opinion is formulated as
to the activity documented and whether the location shows true
paranormal activity. The group also debates whether the location
requires further investigation before a definitive decision can be
reached or if the location is in IMPI's opinion haunted.
Once all of this information is analyze and reviewed, the report
written and any follow-up investigation (debunking) performed, IMPI
members sit down with the owner or manager of the property to reveal
the evidence captured. A copy of all evidence is then given to
the property owner for their own records. At that time IMPI then
gives any suggestions or support needed to the client in order for them
to be more comfortable in their location, whether it be a private
residence or place of business.
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