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Intro
to EMF Detectors
The prime sensory instrument of any ghost investigation is an
EMF meter. There are a lot of different kinds of EMF Detectors
on the market. In this section, we will discuss the different
kinds of EMF detectors, and what their different specifications
and features do. The EMF Detector, as used in paranormal investigations,
can help on proving (or disproving) that the place you are investigating
is haunted.
Most EMF Detectors do range over $100.00, but there are some
less expensive models on the market for the novice Paranormal
Investigator. As you will see in this section, all EMF Detectors
have their own frequency settings. The best thing to do when
you buy or use an EMF Detector is to learn the settings, so
that when you go on an investigation, you will know whether
you are witnessing paranormal activity or if it is something
else altogether.
On most standard EMF Detectors, each LED light at the X10 setting
represents 1 milligauss. Many in the paranormal business feel
that a reading between 2-8 mG could indicate the presence of
something supernatural. Be sure and practice with a meter in
your own home so you become familiar with what will cause an
indication.
EMF detectors were designed to detect electromagnetic emissions
from microwave ovens and high tension electrical wires. EMF
detectors alert investigators to the presence of ghosts by measuring
electromagnetic distortion in the two to seven milligauss range.
The models that come most highly recommended by paranormal investigators
are the Trifield EMF Detector and the Trifield Natural EM.
What you are looking for on an EMF Detector in a Paranormal
Setting is:
 A reading
as above (could be 2, might be 20 mG) that cannot be explained
by a local power source.
A reading
which changes or fluctuates for no accountable reason. Standing
in a room, the reading is 2 mG, then it spikes to 9, and back
down to 2.
Normal
background readings which DROP for no explainable cause can
be the indication that something is trying to manifest.
To always
try correlating the reading with some other phenomena. A cold
spot, orbs on film, or even a strange feeling can lend weight
to a strange EMF indication.
To experiment
with different settings and meters. Use different brands and
models of EMF meters to see what works for you.
How to use an EMF Detector in a Paranormal Investigation
Start by scanning the area you are investigating with a swaying
motion that starts from side to side and finish with an up and
down motion. Do this in a gentle even pattern. Do not jerk the
meter, or move the meter to fast. This will give off a false
reading.
EMF
meters are very sensitive to power sources and will register
such things as televisions, stereos, microwaves and power lines.
The EMF meter will even register your camera if it is to close
to it. The most important thing is to be aware of your surroundings
before thinking that you have just detected paranormal activity.
The Trifield Natural EMF Meter is an exception to this rule,
as it ignores most power sources.
Paranormal
Activity will usually register in the range of 2.0 to 7.0 milligauss.
After eliminating all outside power sources and you are still
in the 2.0 to 7.0 range, you are probably detecting some sort
of paranormal activity.
When
you buy a new EMF Detector, make sure you become familiar with
it before taking it out on a paranormal investigation. Use the
EMF Detector in front of your television, stereo, microwave,
etc. and see how it reacts to these electrical sources.
When
working with an EMF Detector it is best to pair up with someone
that is operating a camera. When something is detected, the
camera person can be notified and pictures immediately taken.
When
a hot spot is detected, make sure to document the spot. Do this
so that you can recheck these areas later in the investigation.
Areas that register activity are usually frequented by spirits.
Be sure
to bring extra batteries for your EMF Detector, because they
drain fast, and for a long investigation, you want to keep the
EMF Detector ready for anything.
-Brian
(TAPS)
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