SPI Covers Arizona!
Sonoran Paranormal Investigations, Inc. provides investigative teams covering the entire state of Arizona with three cooperative teams located in Tucson, Phoenix, and the Verde Valley area. Members of SPI come from all areas of Arizona including but not limited to: Sierra Vista, Benson, Tucson, Casa Grande, Chandler, Phoenix, Flagstaff, Queen Creek, Show Low, Glendale, Camp Verde, Mesa, Globe, and Scottsdale.
Truly Scientific
Sonoran Paranormal Investigations, Inc. dedicates itself not only to individual investigations of claims of paranormal activity but is also among the handful of groups worldwide utilizing data obtained during investigations as part of long term studies. SPI believes that only through studying phenomena over long periods will it be possible to eventually craft legitimate theories of haunting phenomena. After each investigation all results from experiments and environmental readings are retained and analyzed whether regarded as "paranormal" or natural. Over time this data analysis will enable SPI to form sound theories and explanations for haunting phenomena as well as show trends influencing paranormal activity or perceptions of paranormal activity. Likewise, such in depth analysis will allow SPI to show existing ideas on paranormal activity, generally handed down as anecdotes, as either valid or invalid based upon true scientific inquiry and stringent analysis.
Unlike many groups in the field, SPI does not adhere to an "investigate and forget" mindset, but rather an investigate, correlate, analyze, and theorize mindset making SPI true members of the scientific community rather than hobbyists.
Charging for Investigations is Unethical!
SPI NEVER charges for a paranormal investigation! We at SPI use our own equipment, our own time, and make our own travel arrangements - this is all at our own expense. We do not accept outside donations. We do not perform cleansings or blessing but can direct clients to respectable spiritual or religious practitioners who may be able to assist them when necessary.
Choosing a Paranormal Investigator
For more information about how to choose a paranormal investigator,please read this article, written by Buck Bannister of "Buck's Ghosts & Hauntings" and a columnist for Unexplained Mysteries.
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SPI - Arizona's Leading Paranormal Investigators!
Sonoran Paranormal Investigations (SPI) is a paranormal investigation group located in and serving the state of Arizona. We have members from Flagstaff to Tucson and we are able to meet the needs of families and businesses throughout the entire state.
In 2007, we were proud to become TAPS Family Members. You may be aware of TAPS (The Atlantic Paranormal Society) and TAPS Family from the Sci-Fi channel series Ghost Hunters.
Becoming involved with the TAPS Family not only ensures that we are doing the right thing - but it keeps us doing the right thing. The TAPS Family affiliation provides SPI and our clientele with access to some of the best and brightest in the field and ensures that we have access to the latest information and knowledge of the latest technology available.
Our unique approach to professional investigation has set SPI apart among investigative groups. We have been called in by homeowners and business owners but also by government agencies including historic sites, local and state government (including police), and the United States Army.
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PSYCHICS/MEDIUMS/SENSITIVES
We have had many offers from people with psychic type abilities to assist our team in different ways. While we appreciate the offers we do not use psychic type skills in any of our capacities. We do, however, have a few areas on our forums geared toward the psychic topics and welcome you to join us on our forums.
| How to Convert a Webcam to an IR Webcam | | Print | |
| Tuesday, 14 April 2009 00:00 |
How to convert your webcam so it can see in the dark.Paul Bradford, January 14, 2008 Logitech V-UB2 'Quikcam' -  Introduction The CCDs of all digital cameras are responsive to infrared light (IR) as well as visible light. However, most webcams come with a filter installed to block out IR light. This makes the image less washed out but it keeps you from being able to see in the dark (using IR illumination). Here I’ll show you how to remove the filter from a "Logitech V-UB2 Quikcam". You can use this as a basis to remove the filter from most Webcams as the procedure is much the same, I researched a couple of different webcam instructions but didn’t find one specific to this webcam. Tools Logitech Webcam Small Philips Screwdriver Small Flat head Screwdriver File Step One (1) Unscrew the casing of the webcam, it uses only one ‘philips’ screw. Once undone pop the casing apart and out pops the circuit board and lens.  Step Two (2) Unscrew the lens assembly from the circuit board. When you unscrew this, the CCD (the Charge Coupled Device is an array of photo sensors on the green PC board) will be exposed.  Step Three (3) I’ve read that some people just pry off the lens with a screw driver to get to the IR filter, but in my webcam model, this was not so easy. The lens above the filter is actually glued to the housing. To pry this away without snapping the lens would not be easy, so I filed away on three sides where the threading is to have access to the edges of all the layers.  Step Four (4) Very carefully and using a very small, fine screwdriver pry off the top lens. You may have to chip at parts that are attached by glue or scrap around the edge but be careful not to scratch the lens itself. I did this very slowly and carefully as I have read horror stories of people cracking their lenses in half.  Step Five (5) The IR filter is just a little square piece of glass with a slight green and red tint, pull it out. Then pop the lens assembly back together, screw the whole thing back on top of the CCD.  Screw the case back together and you're done. |