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Design purpose
ARCAM is designed for remote detection and localization of powered hidden video
cameras that are installed outside, indoors, concealed as objects or body-worn. ARCAM is able
to detect both analogue and digital cameras regardless of concealment and video transmission
methods. ARCAM detects both common wired and wireless cameras, as well as cameras that
are storing data on an internal memory bank, which gives ARCAM an obvious advantage over
other instruments for camera detection, such as Optical Detectors or NLJDs. ARCAM does not
require the operator to thoroughly and slowly search the entire premises or a person, it takes
seconds for ARCAM to tell if there are any cameras which could then be easily localized.
Operating principle
ARCAM's operating principle is based on detection and analysis of specific parts of
electromagnetic spectrum in order to find stray emission (spurious signals), that is unique for
video camera circuits. Upon detection, such signals are then evaluated and correlated with the
spectral "images" database that is stored in ARCAM's memory.
Note!
Stray emission from some digital circuits commonly used in portable media players,
laptops, automobile on-board media systems, et-cetera, can match camera "images". To
remedy such false positives ARCAM has a function of "white listing" localized signals that were
identified by the user as non-threats.
Package contents
1.
ARCAM detector (SEL 102)
2.
Antenna (A)
3.
Power supply (PS)
4.
USB - miniUSB cable
5.
Stylus (for touch screen calibration)
6.
User's Manual (UM)
7.
Hard case
Additionally, test signal emitters and training materials may be included.
Conditions of use
ARCAM is a portable system that includes a high-sensitivity spectrum analyzer and a
microcomputer, which makes it necessary to avoid physical impact or operating at extremely
low temperatures.
In order to ensure proper function of the device the user should follow instructions and
guidelines presented herein.
