The Translocator was originally designed by Liandri Corporation's R&D sector to facilitate the rapid recall of miners during tunnel collapses and other emergencies. The technology has saved countless lives, but not without cost. Rapid deresolution and reconstitution of the subject organism can have several unwelcome effects, including increases in aggression and paranoia, as well as increased probabilities of respiratory and cardiac arrest. Artifacts of synaptic disruption accumulate in the biological snapshot of the individual, leading to Teleportation Related Dementia (TReDs), an incurable disease that has stricken some of our greatest champions. In order to prolong the careers of today's contenders, limits have been placed on Translocator use in the lower-ranked leagues. This was deemed necessary to prevent new recruits from becoming too reliant on the device, thereby sealing their own doom. The latest iteration of the Translocator features a remotely operated camera, exceptionally useful when scouting out areas of contention. It should be noted that while viewing the camera's surveillance output, the user is effectively blind to his immediate surroundings. -- Official description

While not officially a weapon, the Translocator can be used to kill enemies, but it is very challenging.

The primary firing mode sends the Translocator a good distance, depending on where it’s aimed. A second press of the primary button teleports you to the Translocator’s position. Just like the original Unreal Tournament, this weapon is best used in Capture the Flag games, as you can get to the enemy base quickly. However, do not use it on your way back, as translocating results in you automatically dropping the flag.

The secondary fire mode launches a miniature camera that can be used to view any position. Place it near an enemy flag to see what kind of defense they have. You may use it to view power nodes, but very few Onslaught servers allow the translocator as a weapon.

To kill an enemy with the Translocator, you must fire it at the feet of an enemy, and then teleport when the enemy steps over it. This takes some skill and good timing, but it’s a cool telefrag, and your opponent will be embarrassed. Why? Well, the game does tell everyone how you died, remember?