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« The Spectrum Device is a handheld transceiver that can act as an electromagnetic spectrum analyzer. It can send and receive a myriad of signals at various frequencies, while – depending on what antenna is fitted – it can also be used for jamming or deception. As such, it is essential when it comes to scientific study, communications, or engaging in electronic warfare.
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The Spectrum Device.
The Spectrum Device.

The Spectrum Device is a handheld electromagnetic manipulation tool used by NATO forces in ArmA 3. It was added with the release of the Contact DLC.

Design[]

This is a premium asset that requires ownership of the Contact expansion pack.

Originally developed for private security industries, the Spectrum Device is a small handheld transceiver with an electromagnetic spectrum analyser. Its standard grip is designed to fit a range of directional antennas with varying frequency ranges.

One common use for these devices is for jamming drones. When fitted with other antennas however, it allows the operator to receive and identify a myriad of signals, as well as to record and transmit them.

An integrated screen lets users tune to desired frequency bands, but also analyse the strength and quality of signals. Several extra features have been added to the device's firmware after initial manufacturing and field feedback, including a compass and other useful navigation aids. Not originally incorporated into the grip, night use is sometimes facilitated by jerry-rigging a weapon-mounted torch/flashlight onto it.

Variants[]

The Spectrum Device does not feature standalone variants. Rather, it is modified by switching between three types of antennas that can pick up signals at specific wavelength ranges.

All three antennas weigh a "mass" of 6 units apiece. Only one antenna may be attached at any given time:

Receives and transmits specifically at a frequency of 433 MHz. Blocks control signals used by drones.

Receives and transmits at frequencies of between 78-89 MHz. Can be used to record and broadcast spoofed radio transmissions.

Receives and transmits at frequencies between 390-500 MHz. Useful for jamming autonomous devices and "communicating" with unknown entities.

Interface[]

Main article: Spectrum device (mechanic)

Trivia[]

  • It is specifically stated to be the product of a German Armaverse company named Kaiserkom GmbH.[1]
  • The Spectrum Device is purely cosmetic outside of the First Contact campaign and is not functional in regular, unscripted gameplay.
  • It is the first non-lethal handheld "sidearm" in the series that isn't a flare gun.

Gallery[]

References[]

  1. ↑ ARMA 3: Contact 2019 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Spectrum Device, \a3\weapons_f_enoch\pistols\esd_01\data\esd_01_co.paa

See also[]

Weapons of ArmA 3
Handguns 4-five .45 • ACP-C2 .45 • P07 9 mm • PM 9 mm • Rook-40 9 mm • Starter Pistol 10 mm • Spectrum Device • Zubr .45
Submachine guns ADR-97 5.7 mm • PDW2000 9 mm • Protector 9 mm • Sting 9 mm • Vermin .45
Shotguns Kozlice
Carbines AKU-12 7.62 mm • AKS-74U 5.45 mm • Katiba Carbine 6.5 mm • Mk20C 5.56 mm • MXC 6.5 mm • TRG-20 5.56 mm
Assault rifles AK-12 series (AK-12, AK-12 GL) • AKM 7.62 mm • CAR-95 series (CAR-95, CAR-95 GL) • Katiba 6.5 mm (Katiba GL) • MX series (MX, MX 3GL) • Mk20 5.56 mm (Mk20 EGLM) • Promet series (Promet, Promet GL, Promet SG) • SDAR 5.56 mm • SPAR-16 series (SPAR-16, SPAR-16 GL) • Type 115 6.5 mm • TRG-21 5.56 mm (TRG-21 EGLM)
Designated marksman rifles ASP-1 Kir 12.7 mm • CMR-76 6.5 mm • Cyrus 9.3 mm • Mk-I EMR 7.62 mm • Mk14 7.62 mm (Classic) • Mk18 ABR 7.62 mm • MAR-10 .338 • MXM 6.5 mm • Promet MR 6.5 mm • Rahim 7.62 mm • SPAR-17 7.62 mm
Sniper rifles GM6 Lynx 12.7 mm • M320 LRR .408
Squad automatic weapons CAR-95-1 5.8 mm • LIM-85 5.56 mm • Mk200 6.5 mm • MX SW 6.5 mm • RPK-12 7.62 mm • SPAR-16S 5.56 mm • Zafir 7.62 mm
Machineguns Navid 9.3 mm • SPMG .338
Launchers 9M135 Vorona • MAAWS Mk4 • PCML • RPG-7 • RPG-42 • Titan MPRL • Titan MPRL Compact
Static M2 • Mk6 Mortar • Mk30 • Mk32 • Remote Designator • SPG-9* • Static Titan Launcher (AA, AT)
(Parenthesis) denote variants.
* this weapon is not available in a standalone turret configuration and is only available as a vehicle-mounted weapon.
Karts DLC | Marksmen DLC | Apex DLC | Tanks DLC | Contact DLC
NATO - Armoury (ArmA 3)
Handguns 4-five .45 • P07 9 mm* • Spectrum Device
Submachine guns Vermin .45
Carbines MXC 6.5 mm*
Assault rifles MX series (MX*, MX 3GL*) • SDAR 5.56 mm • SPAR-16 series* (SPAR-16*, SPAR-16 GL*)
Designated marksman rifles Mk-I EMR 7.62 mm • MAR-10 .338* • MXM 6.5 mm • SPAR-17 7.62 mm*
Sniper rifles M320 LRR .408
Squad automatic weapons MX SW 6.5 mm* • SPAR-16S 5.56 mm*
Machineguns SPMG .338
Launchers MAAWS Mk4 Mod 1* • PCML* • Titan MPRL • Titan MPRL Compact
Static Mk6 Mortar • Mk30 • Mk32 • Remote Designator • Static Titan Launcher (AA, AT)
(Parenthesis) denote variants.
* denotes weapons also used or are exclusive to the CTRG sub-faction.
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