How exactly does the SOFLAM work? Do you always need to be manning it in order to lock on to enemy vehicles?
The Mechanics behind SOFLAM
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Best Answer
Like the MAV and T-UGS, the SOFLAM works either as a manned or unmanned device.
If you place it on a high area with an overlook (ideally), it will automatically scan for and lock on to enemy vehicles in its field of vision. No human intervention required.
I suspect that it is more efficient when manned and operated manually -- and you can switch over to your deployed SOFLAM to control it remotely at any time using the proper gadget key -- but it does work either way.
Also note that the SOFLAM survives your death as recon, once deployed it is a permanent battlefield artifact until it is destroyed by the enemy.