Manta Ray™ is a close-range handheld scanner that finds concealed cell phones, even when switched off or with the battery removed, while ignoring most everyday metal items.
Manta Ray™ is a unique cell phone detection device: a close range TSCM security scanner for concealed cell 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 and not just metal. This reduces false triggers* such as watches, keys, coins, belt buckles and other common metal items that may trigger a standard metal detector. Manta Ray™ is the perfect tool for any security detail tasked with rapid scans of many targets including people, packages, bags, briefcases, purses & more. Manta Ray™ supports both HANDHELD and all new STATIONARY mode for ultra-sensitive package inspections.
*Manta Ray won the Security Products Magazine 2013 new product of the year for Perimeter Security
*Some metallic objects other than phones may trigger the detector though most metals do not cause false detection.
| Manta Ray™ | SentryHound-Pro™ | SafeHound™ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Close-range scans of people, bags and packages | Screening people for phones and electronics at checkpoints and doorways | Walk-through weapons screening at events and venues |
| Detects | Cell phones ON or OFF, even with the battery removed | Mobile phones, tablets, laptops, smartwatches and wearables | Concealed guns, knives and pipe bombs |
| Format | Handheld, plus stationary mode for packages | Single pole (add a second pole for walk-through) | Two-pole walk-through portal |
| Detection range | 0–6 in handheld; 0–12 in stationary | Over 5 ft wide with two poles | 75 in vertical; 48 in horizontal (typical) |
| Power | 9V battery, up to 3 hours | Sealed gel battery, a full day of continuous use | Internal battery, 24+ hours |
| Weight | 10 oz | 17 lb | Approx. 17 lb per pole |
| 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, 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 guide |
Yes. Manta Ray will detect all known cell phones both ON and OFF. It even detects phones with the battery removed.
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.
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.
Manta Ray can produce false triggers from certain metals and from some electro-magnetic interference sources.
Up to 3 hours of continuous use on a standard 9V battery. Alkaline and rechargeable Ni-MH/lithium-ion batteries are supported.
Stationary mode extends the range to 0–12 inches for package inspections. It runs from the included 12 VDC adapter, with about 15 minutes of warm-up and 3 seconds of calibration.
Manta Ray™ datasheet (PDF): request a copy by email.
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