Q. How does StrayBan work?
A. StrayBan consists of a unique computerised speaker device which emits a rotating ultrasonic frequency. As the frequencies change, it effectively creates sound pressure level changes, causing discomfort that makes the possums move on.
Q. Will StrayBan harm possums?
A. No. The sounds do not cause the possums any ill health. The discomfort will cause them to move and stay away from the protected area.
Q. Will the possums get used to the sound?
A. No. StrayBan offers long term protection due to the unique rotating sound wave pattern that animals do not get used to.
Q. Can Humans here StrayBan?
A. No. The ultrasonic sound waves are inaudible to humans. A soft clicking noise is produced simply to allow you to check that the StrayBan unit is functioning.
Q. What area will StrayBan cover?
A. The area of protection is 10 metres in front of the speaker and 5 metres above, below and 10 metres to both sides of the speaker. Imagine the high frequency sound being emitted by StrayBan as a beam of light from a torch - anything that is illuminated by the light is protected, but any shadows created by objects in its path are not. Allow a clear line of sight to the protected area.
Q. Can I get rid of possums in my roof?
A. Yes. You must find the entry/exit points and focus the unit towards this area. It may take a couple of attempts before you perfect it, but cutting off entry is the most effective way of keeping them from your ceiling. Pointing StrayBan at the location they are nesting and leaving it for a few days will also move them on.
Q. Will it protect my plants from being eaten?
A. Yes. Identify the problem area and the possum’s entry/exit points, find a suitable location with a clear line of sight to the area you want protected. Stay within StrayBan’s area of protection, facing to the possum’s entry point. If you need to protect a larger area, you will require extra StrayBan units.
Q. Is it expensive to run StrayBan?
A. No. StrayBan uses 12VDC and is supplied with a 240V to 12V step down regulated transformer. It will use approximately 180ma per hour.
Q. Will it affect other animals?
A. Yes. Wandering dogs and cats will be affected by StrayBan.
Q. What about my dog or cat?
A. StrayBan is designed for wandering dogs or cats that tune in to their high frequency as an alert to danger. You’re own animals will hear the signal, but are secure in their own territory and simply tune out. If they do experience any discomfort they will simply avoid the sound pattern.