Tricorder

			Starfleet Equipment & Devices

• COMMUNICATOR	• TRICORDER	• PADD
• MEDKIT	• PERSONAL PHASERS	• PHASER RIFLES & HEAVY WEAPONRY

The tricorder is the primary sensor instrument of Starfleet. It also has database and communications abilities. Tricorders are issued to all senior officers and away team members. They are also located in various storage areas on Starships. Current Models TR-600 Tricorder TR-600 Tricorder with scanner closed TR-600 Tricorder with scanner opened Rear panel detail of the TR-600 Tricorder Starfleet's current standard issue tricorder is the TR-600 Tricorder. Unlike earlier models , the standard TR-600 tricorder can handle both standard tricorder and medical tricorder functions, eliminating the need for separate devices. It also has a larger touchscreen interface, similar to a PADD, to provide users with more versatility. This new form factor has led to some officers referring to the TR-600 as a triPADD. TR-590 Mark XI Tricorder TR-590 Mark XI Tricorder The previous model, the TR-590 Mark XI Tricorder, is currently still authorized for use but is gradually being phased out. Specifications TR-600 Tricorder Pending release of information by the Starfleet Corps of Engineers. TR-590 Mark XI Tricorder The following specifications are for standard issue model. The medical model shares many of its features. Operating System: LCARS Power Cell: Sarium krellide battery Battery Life: 36 hours constant use Sensor Assemblies: 315 total Forward-facing Directional Sensors: 189 Omnidirectional Sensors: 126 Data Storage Assembly: 8 isolinear wafers Data Storage Capacity: 9.12 kiloquads Communications The tricorder has an in built Subspace Transceiver Assembly (STA) for the transfer of data to other devices. The tricorder also houses a default RF (Radio Frequency) transmitter, in case the STA is inactive or damaged. The transmission range of the STA is 40,000 kilometres. In emergency situations, the tricorder can also function as a personal communicator, although with more limited range and battery life than a standard combadge. Older Model Tricorder with Diagram