Build the Phasma ITC Device
by Dan Scott – SanDiegoHaunted.com
About the Project
The Phasma ITC Device is an open-source paranormal research tool designed to explore Instrumental Trans-Communication (ITC). It combines environmental sensors, random-word generation, and on-device logging to create a field-ready platform for investigation.
Built on a Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W with a Waveshare Touchscreen HAT, Phasma runs custom Python software using data from an Adafruit LSM9DS1 9-DOF sensor and an optional EMF-coil probe.
Downloads
Dashboard Overview
The dashboard displays sensor data (ACC, MAG, EMF) and provides touch-screen buttons for Exit, Logging, and Word / Phoneme mode control. Users can safely exit to the desktop before shutting down the device.
Hardware Overview
Bill of Materials
| Category | Item | Brand / Spec | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core | Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W | Raspberry Pi Foundation | Main controller |
| Waveshare Touchscreen HAT | 3.5″ / 4.0″ SPI | Display + input | |
| Adafruit LSM9DS1 Sensor | #3387 | Accel / Gyro / Mag | |
| USB Sound Card | Generic | Mic + headphone jack | |
| microSD Card | 32 GB | Pre-flash phasma.img | |
| Power | USB Power Bank | 5 V 2 A min | Internal battery |
| Momentary Pushbutton | Panel mount | Main power | |
| Optional | EMF Coil Probe | Ferrite core + magnet wire | 3.5 mm jack input |
| Female-to-Male Jumpers | Dupont 20 cm | I²C bus 3 (GPIO 5/6) |
Setup Summary
- Flash
phasma.imgto a 32 GB SD card using Raspberry Pi Imager → “Use custom.” - Boot the Pi Zero 2 W with the Waveshare HAT attached.
- Copy the build ZIP from GitHub to
~/phasma/. - Edit
/boot/config.txtand add:
dtoverlay=i2c-gpio,bus=3,i2c_gpio_sda=5,i2c_gpio_scl=6 - Reboot and launch Phasma from the desktop icon.
Disclaimer
⚠️ Warning:
Working with electronics, soldering, and lithium batteries involves risk. Incorrect wiring can cause fire, injury, or worse. This project is for educational and experimental use only and should be built only by individuals experienced with electronic circuits.
Phasma by Dan Scott – SanDiegoHaunted.com
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