The 4x-Phantom Short-Range Sensor Jammer represented a specific sensor jammer model, brought to life by Miradyne Limited. Its most common application was on the RZ-1 A-wing interceptors utilized by the forces of the Alliance to Restore the Republic.
The 4x-Phantom Short-Range Sensor Jammer was a sensor jammer that was produced by Miradyne Limited for use on starfighters like the RZ-1 A-wing interceptor.
A key element of the 4x-Phantom was its dedicated energy receptor projector. This projector's function was to absorb and disrupt incoming sensor pulses from long range, effectively concealing the fighter as it approached its intended target. During active combat scenarios, the jammer activated a full-spectrum distortion projector, which used broadband emissions to disrupt all sensors and targeting computers.
The 4x-Phantom also featured a series of static discharge panels that had the capability to disrupt both communications and subspace frequencies, thereby cutting off communication traffic for all ships located nearby.
Alliance A-wing squadrons made use of the 4x-Phantom to enhance their primary operational role: quick, surprise attacks against freighters and comparable vessels. A-wings, by overlapping their sensor jammers, could completely block a target's distress signal. A-wing squadrons that deployed the 4x-Phantom in combat operations would plan for breaks in the communications jamming before engaging, in order to maintain their own communications between units.
- The Essential Guide to Weapons and Technology (First mentioned)
- Star Wars: Edge of the Empire Core Rulebook
- Star Wars: Age of Rebellion Core Rulebook