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"Unlocking the Signal Redirector in Atomfall: A Guide"

by Jack Apr 14,2025

In the post-apocalyptic world of *Atomfall*, certain items you stumble upon during your travels can prove to be exceptionally valuable. One such crucial item is the Signal Redirector, which can be quite challenging to obtain. If you're having trouble locating it, here's a comprehensive guide on how to acquire the Signal Redirector in *Atomfall*.

Where to Find the Signal Redirector in Atomfall

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The Signal Redirector is a unique tool in *Atomfall* that you can't purchase from traders or find on random corpses (unlike the Metal Detector). It's located in a specific spot linked to one of the game's main characters, Dr. Diane Garrow, a former B.A.R.D scientist.

Your journey begins after picking up a lead from Wyndham Village about Dr. Garrow's whereabouts. You'll need to embark on a rescue mission to save her from the depths of the Protocol prison camp in Skethermoor. Reaching this location is no small feat, as it's teeming with Protocol soldiers.

To ease your infiltration, consider meeting Captain Grant Sims in Wyndham Village. By assisting him with tasks like recovering stolen items, you can gain favor with Protocol, at least temporarily.

Protocol prison camp in Atomfall

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When you're ready, head to the Protocol prison camp situated on the southern edge of Skethermoor. The entrance to the underground prison is at the end of the southernmost road, behind a large green door.

The prison is structured in multiple levels, and you must navigate through them, either avoiding or confronting guards and robots. Remember, you can disable B.A.R.D robots to collect their **Atomic Batteries**, which are essential for The Interchange.

Continue descending until you reach the prison's lowest level, past the dig site area. Here, you'll find Dr. Garrow locked in a standalone cell within the main room. To free her, you'll need the Signal Redirector, which is stored in a nearby Storage room on a shelf. Upon retrieving it, you'll earn the **'Reverse the Polarity' trophy/achievement**.

How to Use the Signal Redirector in Atomfall

Signal Redirector ping in Atomfall

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The Signal Redirector serves as a hacking tool, ingeniously developed by Dr. Garrow. It functions by rerouting power within yellow junction boxes to different sources, enabling you to disable security systems, unlock storage rooms, and more.

Similar to the Metal Detector, the Signal Redirector will alert you with an icon at the bottom of your screen when a hackable junction box is nearby while it's in your inventory. Follow the direction indicated by the device's needle, and the junction box will be highlighted when you're close enough.

Select the 'Hack' option to reroute the power within the junction box. If needed, you can reverse this action by hacking the box again.

Dr. Diane Garrow in Atomfall

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Using the Signal Redirector will help you free Dr. Garrow from her cell and continue her storyline, should you choose to escape with her.

That wraps up our guide on how to obtain the Signal Redirector in *Atomfall*. For more tips and strategies, be sure to explore our other content, including how to redeem your pre-order bonuses.