Holo-tank

Holo-tank on Yavin 4.

Holo-tanks were devices which projected a holographic image which gave the viewer the impression of being "in" the image. It was a three-dimensional visual projection area resembling a small amphitheater. The holo-tank was completely circular and recessed below the level of the floor. Observers stood around its outer edge and looked into it. Holo-tanks were primarily employed in military command centers to observe tactical movements. Targets were displayed as points of light and located in a true, scaled-down position with respect to some reference point. A three-dimensional grid system, that was superimposed over the holo-tank projection field of regard, allowed for the easy location of targets.

Appearances

• Han Solo at Stars' End
• Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope (First appearance)
• Otherspace II: Invasion
• Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi
• "Waystation"—The Kathol Rift

Sources

• A Guide to the Star Wars Universe (As "holotank")
• Dark Force Rising Sourcebook
• The Last Command Sourcebook
• The Thrawn Trilogy Sourcebook
• Rules of Engagement: The Rebel SpecForce Handbook
• Stock Ships
• Hideouts & Strongholds