Handheld scanner

A close-up of Apollo's scanner while attempting to scan Count Iblis ^{(TOS: "War of the Gods, Part I")}.

Colonials employ a handheld scanner of electronic instrumentality with a variety of purposes.

Handheld scanners are typically palm-sized and affixed to equipment belts, including the weapon's belt worn by Colonial Warriors. Some scanners have electronic components, such as chips and transistors, fixed atop a haircell textured shell ^{(TOS: "War of the Gods, Part I")}.

A handheld scanner used by Cassiopeia on Michael ^{(TOS: "Greetings From Earth")}.

Medtechs employ similar handheld devices capable of recording a person's life signs and physical condition ^{(TOS: "Greetings From Earth")}.

Notes

• The various scanners, the personal communicator, and transmitter tend to be similar, as they are variations of the same prop re-used and redressed throughout the series.