Converting the SIMA SL20IR to AA Battery Power

February 9th, 2011 - Category: Ghost Hunting Equipment
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I just converted my SIMA SL 20IR lights to run off 3 AA batteries instead of the rechargeable battery that it comes with. One of the biggest complaints I had with these lights is the low battery life it had. Here is how I did it step by step. They conversion works perfectly for me but before you start I must warn you that you try this at your own risk. You will need: Drill and a small drill bit (about 1/16th) 3 or 4 AA battery compartment (it will use 3 batteries) Velcro Very small Phillips head screwdriver Shrink wrap/Electrical tape Snips to cut wire OK, let’s get started: Step 1 – Take out the 4 screws in the back on the SIMA unit.Read More…

PhantomLite IR/UV/Full Spectrum Lights

June 7th, 2010 - Category: Ghost Hunting Equipment
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I was pointed in the direction of these lights from a twitter follower (Parachasers – Chris DeMent). I emailed Randy of Cold Spot Paranormal and asked a few questions and got timely and informative answers so I asked him if he would tell me a little more about his lights. I currently use “another brand” of IR illuminators and quite frankly think charging them every 45 minutes is annoying. You can see the Phantom Lite in action in the forum as well as get answers from Randy (PHANTOMLITE) – Phantom Lite video I asked Randy to write something for Ghost Eyes readers and he sent the following, Thank You Randy. I have been into the paranormal world for about twelve years and I have seenRead More…

The Credibility of the Franks Box

December 18th, 2009 - Category: Ghost Hunting Equipment
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When it comes to the paranormal, there are a lot of theories but that’s all they are, theories. Now granted there are a few that everyone agrees on and are based on similar experiences that people have throughout the world. One good example is EMF. Do they really point to spirit activity? Based on evidence gathered by many different teams you could say yes but the reality is no one really knows and it is just a working theory. Due to this fact, I try real hard to look at every device and technique with an open mind and then possible test that technique for myself. I do tend to lend more towards the science and though believe personal experiences when they cannot be debunked;Read More…

Making A Geophone

June 2nd, 2009 - Category: Ghost Hunting Equipment
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OK, I admit it, I like gadgets. So when I saw the opportunity to make a geophone like the ones I saw on Ghost Hunters, I just didn’t have the will power to resist. Besides including the kit, shipping and a trip to Radio Shack and I have less than $45 in total and it works great! The only problem I had with the whole process was the wiring directions left a lot to be desired. Actually all you really got was a schematic showing you where all the wires went. In reality it wasn’t that hard and I had it all done in about 30 minutes. Here is a list of all the parts I used to put this together. First thing was gettingRead More…