The special frequency-agile transceiver inside this wire-thin headset can cover the entire electromagnetic spectrum below microwaves. The unit may also take the form of a thin card or handset. By adjusting band-widths up and down, comm gear can locate the best frequency for transmission based on range, direction, and environmental conditions. Comm gear has a range of 100 miles at PL 6. At PL 7, this increases to 1,000 miles and can reach into high planetary orbits.

For an additional +1 to the purchase DC, an encryption device can be included to scramble and unscramble signals as needed.

Comm gear equipment is frequently installed in computer gauntlet and other computers using the Integrated Equipment gadget.

A charge cell for the device lasts 30 days regardless of use.