How to choose a bug detector
Do you suspect that someone is listening
in on your private conversations or watching you with
a hidden video camera? Then you need a bug detector
to find out for sure. A bug detector can help you to
find hidden microphones or cameras that are transmitting
a signal to a nearby location. They work by scanning
for radio frequency waves. You turn them on, and then
walk through a room and they will alert you if they
detect any RF energy in the room. They are highly sensitive,
and can be used to find transmitters that are in some
cases no bigger than a dime.
There are basically two types of bug
detector. One has a numeric display that shows the actual
frequency of any detected transmitter. This type also
includes a bargraph display to show the strength of
the signal - this helps in pinpointing the source. The
other type, which is less expensive, does not have the
numeric display - it just gives you a signal strength
indication for any detected signal.
There are a number of factors to consider
when choosing a bug detector. Look for an LCD display
for long battery life. Also, look for rechargeable NiCad
batteries to save on the cost of replacement batteries.
Look for a broad frequency range, as there are a number
of different types of transmitters in general use. A
good frequency range is from 1 MHz to 3 GHz - this covers
the entire RF spectrum. Look for a microprocessor based
unit - this is the latest in technology.
Another feature to look for in a bug
detector is an audible beeper. This audible signal will
alert you to the presence of a bug in the room. After
being alerted by the beeper, you can then use the display
to help you pinpoint the device. If you choose a model
with an audible beeper, look for a silent alert mode.
This is useful if you don't want anyone else to know
that you are doing a "sweep" of a room.
All of our bug detectors can be used
as general-purpose RF scanners as well as bug detectors.
They can be used to test wireless video and audio setups
by giving a signal frequency and strength indication.
When using a bug detector, be sure to look everywhere
in each room that you "sweep" - as mentioned
previously, transmitters can be tiny and can be hidden
in almost anything. For a good idea of what you might
find, look at our hidden cameras page - you will be
surprised where that hidden camera might be lurking.
As you can see, there are a number
of factors involved in choosing the right bug detector.
Be sure to consider the display type, whether the unit
has a frequency display, the battery type, and whether
or not the unit has an audible alert beeper. And be
sure to do business with a company like totalsecuritywarehouse.com
- you can benefit from our years of experience in this
industry. Let us help you choose the bug detector that
is right for your situation.
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