The microwave frequencies are supposed to be more covert since they are not detectable by common RF detectors. The iProtect 1216 finds these signals easily. In order to reduce the attenuation in cables the microwave circuitry of the 1216 is located directly in the microwave antenna's housing...
Signature In addition to drawing a bargraph the iProtect 1216 can identify some types of signals and show a corresponding message on the display. By combining information coming from the extra RF paths and from the audio signature the 1216 identifies the following signals: cordless DECT device in an "idle"...
Specifications 50 MHz – 12 GHz Frequency range Band 1: 50 – 700 MHz Band 2: 700 MHz – 3 GHz Band 3: 3GHz – 12 Ghz Main display Indicators Status display Display modes ALL BANDS, ONE BAND Working modes SILENT, AUDIO, ALARM RF connector SMA (band 1 and 2), 50 Ohm...
Pressing the joystick's button selects the display mode: ALL BANDS or ONE BAND. - In the ALL BANDS the iProtect 1216 performs simultaneous detection in 3 bands and displays 3 bargraphs - In the ONE BAND the detector displays the bargraph and histogram of the selected band...
MODE button Selects the working mode: SILENT – no sound is produced. Best suited for covert detection. This mode is available both in ALL BANDS and ONE BAND display. Press the joystick to select the band in the ONE BAND display. Bargraph Band 1 Band 1...
Antennas To achieve the best performance the iProtect 1216 uses 2 antennas. Bands 1 and 2 receive the signal from the SMA connector, while the 3rd band uses the rigidly attached microwave antenna. Thanks to its compact size and relatively smooth frequency coverage the standard rod antenna from the supplied set is well suited for most detection tasks.
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Create any sound in the room to activate the bugging devices and mask your actions. Use a portable speaker, radio or any other source. Connect the antenna to the SMA socket. Turn on the iProtect 1216 and make sure the device is in the ALL BANDS display mode with 3 bargraphs displayed. Selecting the working mode If the sweeping procedure is revealed, your adversary might deactivate the bugging device making the further search harder.
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Scanning the area Walk around the room clockwise or counter clockwise and probe all objects, surfaces and constructions with the detector. Scan slowly, approaching the antenna(s) 10-20 cm to the objects. Spy bugs can be located everywhere. Take into consideration that a hidden camera must be installed in a way that it observes the table, negotiation area or other place of interest.
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If a bugging device is found, do not stop. There may be others! Signature By analyzing the signal's audio footprint and some other properties the iProtect 1216 is able to identify and display certain protocols on the status display: BT_WF...
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While the general sensitivity of a typical near-field receiver drops near any interference, the iProtect 1216 decreases the sensitivity of just one band and maintains a high sensitivity on others. Some signals will be detected by the 1216 at a distance of 2-3 meters, while others – at 10-20 cm.
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