Star Army - Covert Directional Listening Device - SA-CDLD-1

The SA-CDLD are small ear inserts for use by covert operatives. It became available for use by Star Army Intelligence personnel in YE 30

Note: The SA-CDLD are not available outside of Star Army Intelligence.

Organization Using This item: Star Army of Yamatai Type: Reconnaissance Nomenclature: SA-CDLD-1 Designers: Ketsurui Zaibatsu Research and Development teams, Star Army Research Administration. Manufacturers: Ketsurui Zaibatsu, Star Army of Yamatai

• They can be used by NH-22C Yamataian and NH-29.
• Operates for 18 hours on a charge.
• Audio pick up allows clear listening to conversations at 100 meters.
• Audio has autoleveling to prevent user from being subjected to unexpected loud noises.

When inserted into the ear and activated the nanobots in the CDLD automatically:

• Adjust color of plastiod surface device to match wearer skin tone.
• Extends a small micro-microphone out of the external auditory canal.
• Adjust exterior plastiod surface to ensure proper fit.
• Auto equalizes air pressure in the ear canal to match external pressure by opening and closing microtubals.

Activation/Deactivation is by pressing a micro-switch.

Pressing the on/off switch 6 times in rapid succession triggers the destruct. The nanobots break down the CDLD into an simple organic comound.

Warning: Destruct should not be engaged while device is still in ear. Severe burns to the auditory canal could occur.

Cost: Not available on the market for civilians

• costs 300 KS