Advanced Communication: TFAR Setup
Task Force Arrowhead Radio (TFAR) is the global standard for immersive MilSim communication in Arma 3. By bridging the game with a specialized TeamSpeak 3 plugin, TFAR forces player voice chat to respect physical distance, terrain occlusion, and radio frequency channels. This guide will walk you through the server-side and client-side requirements for a successful deployment.Difficulty
Intermediate
Time
15 Minutes
Technical Core Requirements
TFAR is a complex system that requires three synchronized components to function.- Server-Side Mod
- Client-Side Plugin
- TeamSpeak Server
You must load the
@task_force_radio mod (Beta version 1.0+ recommended) in your server startup parameters.Server Configuration (CBA Settings)
Modern versions of TFAR use the CBA (Community Base Addons) Settings framework. You should avoid editing configuration files manually.1
Configure Locally
Launch Arma 3 on your personal PC with TFAR and CBA active. Navigate to Options -> Addon Options.
2
Fine-Tune the Simulation
Select TFAR - Global from the dropdown menu. Here you can adjust radio ranges, terrain interference coefficients, and default frequencies.
3
Export the Code
Click the Export button at the bottom of the menu. This copies the configuration string to your clipboard.
4
Apply to Server
In the Game Panel File Manager, open
/userconfig/cba_settings.sqf. Paste your exported code here. This ensures every connected client is forced to use your specific server settings.TeamSpeak Integration
To automate player movement between channels, your TeamSpeak server must be prepared.1
Create the Channel
Create a new channel on your TeamSpeak server named exactly:
TaskForceRadio.2
Set the Password
Ensure the channel password matches the one defined in your addon settings (the default is usually empty or
123).3
Join and Sync
When players join your Arma 3 server, the TFAR plugin will automatically move them from the “Lobby” to the
TaskForceRadio channel to begin the 3D audio simulation.Need Extra Help?
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Last Updated: January 2026 | Arma 3: Signal strength 5/5.