Post by Joan McKinney on Aug 30, 2006 13:49:13 GMT -5
Sunday, August 27, 2006
The commonly forgotten paranormal tool
Once people learn that I am a paranormal investigator, it doesnt take them long to question me about the type of equipment we use when conducting an investigation. My first response is to let them know that there are few ghost gadgets that are predominantly used for paranormal investigating and that much of what is used are items that they are probably familiar with.
Gauges to measure the environment around us, such as EMF meters, tri-field meter and digital thermometers are used frequently in investigations. EMF and tri-field meters give us the ability to measure the electro-magnetic field of an area. Every person has an electro-magnetic field that surrounds them, while electrical equipment, appliances, and other things have an increased field that surrounds them. When measuring these fields for the paranormal, the investigator is looking for a constant reading. If that measurement spikes without a justifiable cause, a theory is that an entity is drawing energy from these resources which causes this sudden increase in EMF activity. Both the EMF and tri-field meters can both serve as a way to disprove a reported haunting or may also give us an area where we may want to focus in the event of an unexplained spike. Digital thermometers are used to look for a sudden drop in temperature of the ambient air. The theory is that an entity draws energy in order to manifest. Since heat is energy, this is the reason for the drop in temperature.
The most valuable piece of equipment that Paranormal Research Organization of Florida uses is the video camera. This allows us to not only have the opportunity to capture visual evidence, but also record audio evidence. Because of this we feel we can never have too many video cameras, P.R.O.O.F. currently has nine video cameras at our disposal. We believe that its the video camera that will keep skeptics on their heels and investigators wanting more.
We also use digital cameras and produce a minimum of 200 still photos during an investigation. While the information gathered from these photos is not as extensive as that from the video camera, the digital photographs allow us to capture evidence with instant results. A still photo may also capture a variety of items such as mist or an apparition that may not have been recognized on video. Careful examination of each and every photo is conducted in order to try and discern what is normal to that which may be paranormal.
Audio recording devices, such as digital recorders, are used in hopes of capturing an EVP or Electronic Voice Phenomena. This is a voice or noise recording that is generally only heard during playback. Because these sounds can only be heard during playback, many people are skeptical about how it is possible to be in a quiet environment and not hear a sound, yet the sound was still captured These recordings are usually recorded in a range from 0 -300 Hz, while human speech is generally within 500-2000 Hz. Its important to note that the human voice has never been recorded below 300 Hz.
While these and many other types of equipment are used while conducting a paranormal investigation, it is my opinion that a commonly forgotten paranormal tool is YOU! Sure, youve loaded up the cameras, tested your equipment, checked all of your batteries, and verified that the checklist is complete, but did you remember you?
At times, investigators spend too much time concerned with the operation of the equipment and rely solely as to what readings or captured evidence they may have obtained. By all means, the equipment is very important, but instinct and your senses are important as well. It is important to not only become familiar with the environment that is being investigated, but to also become comfortable in it.
You may hear an voice or sound which can not be explained; see something unusual which is out of the norm; smell something unusual such as cigarette smoke in a non-smoking home; or may also have the experience of feeling touched with no one around you within arms length. All of these senses can easily remained unnoticed or ignored if not for being in touch with your senses.
Everyone is able to use their own senses in order to assist in capturing evidence or having a personal paranormal experience. If you are able to accomplish this, then you have the ability to really focus your attention with your senses.
Remember to use your sensesThe commonly forgotten paranormal tool.
Bobby Hewitson
Paranormal Research Organization Of Florida (P.R.O.O.F.)
www.flghost.com
The commonly forgotten paranormal tool
Once people learn that I am a paranormal investigator, it doesnt take them long to question me about the type of equipment we use when conducting an investigation. My first response is to let them know that there are few ghost gadgets that are predominantly used for paranormal investigating and that much of what is used are items that they are probably familiar with.
Gauges to measure the environment around us, such as EMF meters, tri-field meter and digital thermometers are used frequently in investigations. EMF and tri-field meters give us the ability to measure the electro-magnetic field of an area. Every person has an electro-magnetic field that surrounds them, while electrical equipment, appliances, and other things have an increased field that surrounds them. When measuring these fields for the paranormal, the investigator is looking for a constant reading. If that measurement spikes without a justifiable cause, a theory is that an entity is drawing energy from these resources which causes this sudden increase in EMF activity. Both the EMF and tri-field meters can both serve as a way to disprove a reported haunting or may also give us an area where we may want to focus in the event of an unexplained spike. Digital thermometers are used to look for a sudden drop in temperature of the ambient air. The theory is that an entity draws energy in order to manifest. Since heat is energy, this is the reason for the drop in temperature.
The most valuable piece of equipment that Paranormal Research Organization of Florida uses is the video camera. This allows us to not only have the opportunity to capture visual evidence, but also record audio evidence. Because of this we feel we can never have too many video cameras, P.R.O.O.F. currently has nine video cameras at our disposal. We believe that its the video camera that will keep skeptics on their heels and investigators wanting more.
We also use digital cameras and produce a minimum of 200 still photos during an investigation. While the information gathered from these photos is not as extensive as that from the video camera, the digital photographs allow us to capture evidence with instant results. A still photo may also capture a variety of items such as mist or an apparition that may not have been recognized on video. Careful examination of each and every photo is conducted in order to try and discern what is normal to that which may be paranormal.
Audio recording devices, such as digital recorders, are used in hopes of capturing an EVP or Electronic Voice Phenomena. This is a voice or noise recording that is generally only heard during playback. Because these sounds can only be heard during playback, many people are skeptical about how it is possible to be in a quiet environment and not hear a sound, yet the sound was still captured These recordings are usually recorded in a range from 0 -300 Hz, while human speech is generally within 500-2000 Hz. Its important to note that the human voice has never been recorded below 300 Hz.
While these and many other types of equipment are used while conducting a paranormal investigation, it is my opinion that a commonly forgotten paranormal tool is YOU! Sure, youve loaded up the cameras, tested your equipment, checked all of your batteries, and verified that the checklist is complete, but did you remember you?
At times, investigators spend too much time concerned with the operation of the equipment and rely solely as to what readings or captured evidence they may have obtained. By all means, the equipment is very important, but instinct and your senses are important as well. It is important to not only become familiar with the environment that is being investigated, but to also become comfortable in it.
You may hear an voice or sound which can not be explained; see something unusual which is out of the norm; smell something unusual such as cigarette smoke in a non-smoking home; or may also have the experience of feeling touched with no one around you within arms length. All of these senses can easily remained unnoticed or ignored if not for being in touch with your senses.
Everyone is able to use their own senses in order to assist in capturing evidence or having a personal paranormal experience. If you are able to accomplish this, then you have the ability to really focus your attention with your senses.
Remember to use your sensesThe commonly forgotten paranormal tool.
Bobby Hewitson
Paranormal Research Organization Of Florida (P.R.O.O.F.)
www.flghost.com