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BatSpy

A Teensy 4.1 based recording device for bat sounds

A recording device for bat calls with integrated SD card and detector function.
Triggered by adjustable trigger functions, bat calls are recorded fully automatically to the built-in SD card. In addition, the device can be used as a bat detector due to the integrated heterodyne function. The built-in color display shows the current microphone signal as a waterfall diagram.

The most important features at a glance:

  • Mobile version in handheld housing
  • robust stationary version in IP65 housing (waterproof)
  • sampling rate, adjustable from 10 to 480 kS/s
  • bat calls audible in real time via headphones with the heterodyne function
  • Calls can be recorded automatically triggered
  • input sensitivity and high pass adjustable
  • integrated SD card with up to 256 GB
  • real-time display with waterfall diagram
  • comfortable menu control via rotary knob
  • possibility for self-sufficient stationary use for several days
  • mobile device with integrated charging possibility via cell phone charger
  • Data exchange with PC via USB interface
  • support for Elekon project file format for easy post processing
  • stationary version rechargeable via solar panel
  • favorable price

TODO

  • version for Teensy 4.0
  • version without display and rotary encoder
  • reduce clock frequency to reduce power consumption
  • use sleep library to reduce power consumption

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