The 5G technology introduced several new frequency bands operating well above the ranges associated with wireless surveillance, so any device transmitting on these frequencies isn't visible to most professional sweep kits.
With a compact, portable design, it detects from 9 to 44 GHz frequency range, covering the full millimeter-wave spectrum where the latest 5G surveillance devices operate. It goes high enough to also detect signals from satellite connections, which operate between 10.7 and 30 GHz, such as Starlink. This matters because covert devices can use satellite internet instead of a phone network to transmit.
At 172 × 19 mm and weighing almost nothing, the iProtect 1240 fits everywhere, since it runs of a single AA alkaline battery for 10 to 20 hours, while the housing is made from duralumin that is lightweight but durable.
| Region | Band | Frequency Range (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| Japan, South Korea and other Asian countries |
n257 | 26.50 – 29.50 |
| Europe, Australia and other regions |
n258 | 24.25 – 27.50 |
| United States | n260 | 37.00 – 40.00 |
| United States | n261 | 27.50 – 28.35 |
In practice, iProtect 1240 can detect a smartphone with a 5G-enabled phone using a hidden bug in a meeting room and set it to stream audio or video over an mmWave 5G connection. Or, in some cases, it is enough to have a small, commercially available device (hotspot or access point) planted in a room to intercept conversations or footage over a private 5G mmWave network to a receiver outside the building.
The device works in a dual-level bargraph together in a sweep:
A built-in antenna with a 30° lens lets you sweep methodically through a room, rotating the device to zero in on a signal.
The iProtect 1240 operates in three modes, selectable with a single button:
The iProtect 1240 works best as part of a layered sweep kit. For full-spectrum RF detection from 9 kHz up to 12 GHz covering GSM, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and wired threats, it pairs naturally with the Delta X G2/12.
If you need a portable tool before committing to a full sweep kit, the iProtect 1205 covers the essentials up to 6 GHz, and the iProtect 1215 Microwave Pointer extends that up to 13 GHz for microwave threats, both are lightweight enough to carry alongside the iProtect 1240.
The iProtect 1240 is designed for professionals who conduct thorough, comprehensive sweeps, such as TSCM consultants, corporate security teams, government agencies, and specialists protecting executives and sensitive facilities.
Find full specifications, the user manual, and ordering details on the iProtect 1240 product page or explore Digiscan Labs portofolio.
Journalists and bloggers are welcome to request high-resolution product images, technical datasheets, and interview opportunities with SpyShopEurope's team.