Synthesis Scanner

"Synthesize a genetic data of the target and uploads it to Sanctuary."

- In-Game Description

The Synthesis Scanner is a special device that can be acquired from Cephalon Simaris, and is necessary to conduct Synthesis Scans for his Sanctuary. The device allows the user to see enemies, destructible objects and important objects through walls and obstructions. It is also a rangefinding device that can measure the distance from the scanner to the targeted terrain or object up to 50 meters.

Instructions
Cephalon Simaris will announce the presence of a Synthesis Target when entering a mission that contains the desired unit. When using to zoom in with the Scanner, a faint blue shadow trail will appear which will lead to the target. The target will appear with a blue outline and be marked on the HUD and minimap once Cephalon Simaris locates it. To use the scanner on the identified target, equip the Scanner from the Gear menu, then scan 4 nodes visible the target's body locations using the. Once all 4 "orbs" or body locations have been scanned, the target will dissipate, signifying a successful synthesis.

Acquisition
This can be purchased in a set of 25 charges from the Offerings section of Cephalon Simaris.

Cost: credits

Widgets
Widgets are upgrades that are permanently applied to Synthesis Scanners upon being purchased, enhancing their utility. There are three available Widgets for Synthesis Scanners, which can be bought from Cephalon Simaris for 50,000.

Tips

 * Using Kinetic Siphon Traps can aid in taking scans by immobilizing the enemy, as Synthesis Targets have resistance to many Warframe power crowd-control effects.
 * Approaching the Synthesis Target through stealth (with either Shade or Invisibility) may fare better, as the Target will not run, thus making it easier to scan the Target's nodes.
 * A well-modded throwing melee can also allow for ranged takedowns without having to switch weapons.
 * Using a non-lethal warframe ability to incapacitate the target are alternative methods of easy scans.
 * Keeping the scanner equipped and using melee to dispatch mobs helps in tracking down the target faster.
 * Companions (Kubrows and Sentinels) will attack the target and can kill it, preventing the target from being scanned, and thus necessitating another mission to start the process over. This can be prevented by either unequipping companions before attempting a Synthesis capture, or equipping a Sentinel with no attack precept installed.
 * Getting the Sol-Battery Widget early on allows players to save on credits as the upgrade grants an unlimited amount scans as long as at least 1 Synthesis Scanner charge is equipped.