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Manta RayFerrous Wand
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Manta Rayâ„¢ ferrous wand can detect hidden cell phones and unauthorized PEDs (Personal Electronic Devices) in correctional facilities, government buildings, corporate environments, financial institutions, universities, law enforcement agencies.

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Manta Rayâ„¢ ferrous wand is the answer to the growing problem of unauthorized, illegal, unsecured & contraband cell phones found in correctional facilities, government buildings, corporate environments, financial institutions, universities & law enforcement agencies.
Berkeley’s unique ferrous wand is a close range detector ideal for concealed mobile phones (ON or OFF and even with battery removed). Manta Ray differs from traditional metal detectors in that it scans for specific components common to all cell phones. This reduces false triggers* such as watches, keys, coins, belt buckles and other common metal items that may trigger a standard metal detector. Standard metal detection is not sensitive enough to detect modern smartphones which are comprised mostly of plastic.
Manta Ray is highly sensitive to ferrous material found in all cell phones making it the perfect tool for any security detail tasked with rapid scans of many targets including people, packages, bags, briefcases, purses & more. Manta Rayâ„¢ ferrous wand supports both HANDHELD and all STATIONARY modes for ultra-sensitive package inspections.
Handheld Mode Range | 0 – 6 Inches | |
Stationary Mode Range | 0 – 12 Inches | |
Calibration | Approximately 3 seconds (only applies to stationary mode) | |
Warm Up | Approximately 15 minutes (only applies to stationary mode) | |
Possible False Triggers | Some metallic objects such as iron, and steel, surfaces & areas of high ferromagnetic activity | |
Weight | 10 Ounces | |
Dimensions | 7″ x 3″ x 2″ | |
Alerts | LCD, audible beeps & blinking LEDs | |
Controls | Trigger for power ON/OFF | |
Screen | Color TFT LCD 160 x 128 resolution | |
Power | Removable 9 volt battery (alkaline & rechargable Ni-MH / lithium-ion batteries supported)12 VDC 1A AC Adapter (included for stationary mode) (consumes < 0.1A @ 12V) | |
Runtime | Up to 3 hours of continuous use on standard 9V battery | |
Includes | (2) 9 Volt batteries, handstrap, SD memory card containing videos & user guideAC power adapter (for stationary mode) |
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Another Great Success
BVS wide portfolio’s, together with arimas Value Added Services (VAS), gave us the possibility to reach another great success and results for an Italian proudly company, even into this difficult COVID19 period. In the last two years we sold and install something around 200 SentryHound (SH) and 350 MantaRay (MR) all over the Italian territory.
Maurizio La Rocca
CEO & Founder at Arimas
Doesn’t miss!
This device doesn’t miss! Finds the device every time. I use it for my teens when they are grounded and try to sneak in phones and other devices. Must buy for personal use or job use.
Pagel Family
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Technical Details
Detect Hidden Phones
Detect hidden cell phones 4-6 inches away behind walls, inside packages and clothing even when they are OFF and battery is removed.
No False Triggers
No false triggers from common metal items like keys, belt buckles, coins, watches and more.
Cost Effective
Cost effective & simple operation of ferrous wand for anyone to use.
Hours Of Runtime
Runs on standard, removable 9V battery for up to 3 hours.
Made In The USA
Manta Ray is designed and manufactured entirely in the USA
Does Manta Ray detect all cell phones?
Yes. Manta Ray will all known cell phones both ON and OFF. It even detects phones with the battery removed.
How far away can I detect cell phones?
Manta Ray is a close range device similar to handheld metal detector wands. Manta Ray will detect phones on a person and inside a briefcase, backpack, purse, etc. from 0 – 6 inches away.
Does Manta Ray detect knives or guns?
Manta Ray can detect some knives but is designed to be one part of a more complete security detail that includes metal detectors, armed guards and explosive material detections. Manta Ray may be triggered by some metals but is primarily used to eliminate the presence of a cell phone before more exhaustive or invasive searches are performed.
Can Manta Ray be tricked or foiled?
Manta Ray can produce false triggers from certain metals and from some electro-magnetic interference sources.
Manta Ray Ferrous Wand
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