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SCC-M15.6-xVL-DVR3-x Manual
Operations Manual
SCC-M15.6-xVL-DVR3-x
NOVASUB Surface control case with integrated
camera and light control, DVR3 and 15.6” Touch
daylight screen
Version: 1.3 - Date: 14-09-2022
Seascape Subsea BV
De Hoogjens 22
4254 XW Sleeuwijk
The Netherlands
T. +31-183-307900
www.novasub.com
www.seascapesubsea.com
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Index
ABBREVIATIONS / TERMINOLOGY .....................................................................................................................................................3
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................................................................4
DVR3 ..................................................................................................................................................................................................4
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................................5
MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................................................................................6
Maintenance scheme.........................................................................................................................................................................6
GENERAL ...........................................................................................................................................................................................7
Basic Controls.....................................................................................................................................................................................8
MONITOR..........................................................................................................................................................................................8
PROCEDURES.....................................................................................................................................................................................9
Set up.................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Diver comms Connections .................................................................................................................................................................9
DVR3 –VIDEO SOFTWARE ...............................................................................................................................................................10
HARDWARE SETTINGS .....................................................................................................................................................................11
CONNECTORS ..............................................................................................................................................................................12
HELP & SUPPORT .........................................................................................................................................................................15
WARRANTY .................................................................................................................................................................................16
Warranty Period...............................................................................................................................................................................16
Exclusions and Limitations...............................................................................................................................................................16
This Limited Warranty is not enforceable if item: ...........................................................................................................................16
Limitation of Liability .......................................................................................................................................................................16
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Introduction
The Surface Control Case (SCC) is a rugged case. It has 1 or 2 channel light control and a DVR3 digital video recorder.
The video images are displayed on a 15.6” touch display which can be used in the outside during daylight. The case has a
battery built in that is charged when you are connected to an external power supply. This has smart battery charger and
has a battery state condition monitoring
DVR3
The Novasub DVR3 is the 3rd generation video recording software developed by Seascape Subsea. The software is
completely redesigned from the ground up to accommodate better ease of use, new features, and better image quality.
The software now includes support for touchscreens apart from keyboard and mouse. It also has a new user interface
with a taskbar to control all different functions for each diver. These functions include:
• Camera control
• Light control
• Recording
• Clip Recording
• Snapshot
• Quick overlay changes
The system got support for extensive overlay functions, such as text, images, and data. These overlay functions can be
configured for each diver separately to accommodate for every situation. The configurations can be saved and restored to
make switching between conditions as smooth as possible.
The system can record in SD and 960H and has an audio input for every channel, which records within the video file.
The different channels can be displayed in various ways to ensure you have your operation’s best sight. That also
includes the ability to connect to an external monitor on which you can select the channels you want to view.
The system has TeamViewer built into the software so you can share your code with anyone who wants to control the
system remotely. This also makes technical support more convenient and efficient.
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Specifications
System
Name
SCC-M15.6-xVL-DVR3
Channels
1 or 2
Light Control
Ampere Regulated (Max. 1.7A)
Max. 31 vdc (settable 12-31vdc)1
Camera control
Balanced or unbalanced (settable)
31 vdc (settable 12-31vdc)
DVR
Yes
G3
DVR Screen size
15.6”
1000 nits daylight screen
Connectors
Umbilical
Multipin
2x, With Video, Light & Depth
UTS712E10S or UTS714E19S
Comms pass-through
Multipin comms to banana sockets
4x Banana for each channel
Power
1x, 100-240Vac
C14
Depth Data (optional)
Depth sensor pass-through
UTS710E7S
NovaBus (Data in/out)
1x
Audio In
1 or 2
RCA
External monitor
1x
HDMI
Ethernet
1x
RJ45
USB
4x
USB 2.0 & USB3.02
Video Out
1 or 2
BNC
Battery
Run time
20-45 min.
Serves only as UPS backup
Charging time
12 hours
Size
Length
474 mm
Width
415 mm
Height
214 mm
Weight
12.7 kg
1 Light voltage is only settable from G4.1 and up.
2USB3.0 is only available from G4.1 and up.
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Maintenance
The system is semi ruggedized. Although it is designed to withstand rough circumstances, you must treat it with the same
proper care and caution as any other electronic instrument.
Have your system serviced each 2 years by a Novasub Authorized Service Center. This service will include a general
operational check, replacement of the battery, and overall upgrade of firmware. The service requires special tools and
training.
Maintenance scheme
By Customer
Cleaning
When needed
Drying panels
During operations
and before storing
Charging battery
Regularly
By Novasub Authorized Service Center
Servicing
2 years
Internal backup battery replacement
2 years
WARNING
•It is not allowed to disassemble any part of the system or to repair the product by unqualified personal, in that case all
warranties are void. Qualified personnel are trained by Novasub.
•Avoid large amount of water on the control and monitor panels.
•DO NOT use the system if you detect any moisture or water inside and return it to your dealer.
•The system is capable of permanently damaging the hearing of a person, make sure you never put the volume too
high. When beginning, start with a low volume and gradually increase it to the desired setting
•The system should not be used in snow or in a thunderstorm.
CAUTION
•Protect the unit from shock, extreme heat, direct sunlight, and chemical attack.
•The system cannot withstand the impact of heavy objects like air cylinders, nor chemicals like gasoline, cleaning
solvents, aerosol sprays, adhesive agents, paint, acetone, alcohol, etc. Chemical reactions with such agents will
damage the seals, case and finish.
•Do not use compressed air to blow water off the unit.
•When using the system, make sure it is set up horizontally in a safe environment on a flat surface with enough
ventilation and lighting. Make sure you can control the system in an ergonomic way.
•When the system is charged it should use a charger with a ground.
NOTE!
•The system is not fully waterproof, it can withstand some water drops on the monitor panel and control panel. Be sure
to whip off any water drops or moisture from the panels.
•If the software freezes, then restart the system. If this does not fix the issue, then return the system to your dealer.
•If the software crashes multiple times, then return the system to your dealer.
•If the system is under a voltage, then immediately shut it off and return it to your dealer
•We highly recommend closing the lid when the system is not in use. This extends product life.
Disposal of the device
Please dispose of the device in an appropriate way, treating it as electronic waste. Do not throw it in the garbage. If
you wish, you may return the device to your nearest Novasub dealer
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General
The system can be seen below. Please note that there can be connections to the side or top of the system as well as on
the panel.
Light control
DVR Screen
See manual:
DVR3 –Video Software
Power
Data Connections
•NovaBus
•USB
•Ethernet
Power Connection
External Monitor
See manual:
DVR3 –Video Software
Depth Data
See manual:
DVR3 –Video Software
Comms Out 2
Umbilical 2
Umbilical 1
Comms out 1
Video Out 1
Audio in 1
Video Out 2
Audio in 2
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Basic Controls
Below you find some of the basic controls that are on almost all panels.
Power button
ON Press and hold for 1 second to start up the system. This will start up
both the DVR3 and the xDR
OFF Press and hold for 1 second to shut down the system. This will shut
both the DVR3 and the xDR down.
Battery indication
This LED shows the battery status. Blinking means that is working on battery.
Solid means that it is connected to an external power source.
Battery
External power
50-100%
Blinking Green
Solid Green
25-50%
Blinking Yellow
Solid Yellow
0-25%
Blinking Red
Solid Red
Monitor
The SCC is fitted with a daylight readable touch monitor. The monitor is waterproof against little waterdrops.
The monitor is fitted with a light sensor in the top left corner. The sensor react on the ambient light and regulates
automatically the monitor back-light. If the ambient light increases the back light also increases, For example when you
use it outside.
Light sensor
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Procedures
Set up
•When a case is used, place it on a flat surface that can support the unit. Select a working area which is secure, stable,
convenient, and suitable for use during the period of the dive.
•Conduct a visual inspection of unit to insure no damage has occurred during transportation to the job site, or since the
last time the unit was used.
•Connect an external power source if needed
•Connect the Diver Umbilicals
•Connect the mouse and keyboard if needed
•Turn the system ON
Diver comms Connections
If your setup contains a separate DVR3 and a separate communication system but your umbilical has only 1 multipin
connector for video light and comms then your setup should be made as can be seen below.
The multipin connects to the DVR3 and the comms will passthrough this system using the banana sockets. These sockets
are directly wired to the comms of the multipin connector. The communication system then needs to be connected to
these sockets using banana connectors. This way all systems get their data from the umbilical.
If you also want to record the comms in the DVR3 then you need to connect in addition the “Audio Out” on the
communication system to the “Audio in” on the DVR3 using an RCA-RCA cable. For Novasub communication systems
this can be separate for each diver. For 3rd party communication systems that only have 1 audio out for all diver you will
have to use a splitter to connect to the all the inputs on the DVR3
Schematic with a Novasub comms system: Schematic with a 3rd party comms system:
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DVR3 –Video Software
All information for the controls of this subsystem can be found in the manual:
DVR3 –Video Software
If your system has a DVR3 it can also be found in the “Help” function. That can be opened with the question mark in the
bottom of the screen.
All manuals and resources can be found under the “Support” tab on the website: www.novasub.com/support/
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Hardware settings
The camera signal, camera voltage and light voltage can be changed using the DVR3 software, how to do this can be
found in the manual:
DVR3 –Video Software
If your system has a DVR3 it can also be found in the “Help” function. That can be opened with the question mark in the
bottom of the screen.
All manuals and resources can be found under the “Support” tab on the website: www.novasub.com/support/
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Connectors
Below you will find all the pin diagrams that can be used. Note that not all are in this system.
IEC
Power 100-240 vac
Type
C14
Mating type
C13
SCC 01-10d/11d
Diver 1&2, camera,light,comms &depth
Type
Souriau, UTS 714E19S
Mating type
UTS6JC14E19P
Function
Pin layout
GND Light
A
Vcc Light
B
GND Cam
C
Vcc Cam
D
Video +
E
Video -
F
Comms Mic
H
Comms Mic
J
Comms head
G
Comms head
K
Depth V+
R
Optional in case of depth
sensor / data sensor
Depth Out+
P
rs485+
L
rs485-
M
SCC 01-10c / 11c
Diver 1&2, camera,light & comms
Type
Souriau, UTS 712E10S
Mating type
UTS6JC12E10P
Function
Pin layout
GND Light
A
Vcc Light
B
GND Cam
C
Vcc Cam
D
Video +
E
Video -
F
Comms Mic
H
Comms Mic
J
Comms Head
G
Comms Head
K
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SCC-01-17
Camera & Light
Type
Amphenol MS3102A-20-29S
Mating type
MS3106A-20-29P
Function
Pin layout
GND Light
J
Vcc Light
K
GND Cam
F
Vcc Cam
G
Video +
A
Video -
M
SCC-02-17a
Diver 1 &2 Camera,Light & 2 wire comms
Type
Amphenol MS3102A-20-29S
Mating type
MS3106A-20-29P
Function
Pin layout
GND Light
J
Vcc Light
K
GND Cam
F
Vcc Cam
G
Video +
A
Video -
M
Comms Mic
C
Comms Mic
D
SCC-02-17e
Diver 1 &2 Camera,Light & 4 wire comms
Type
Amphenol MS3102A-20-29S
Mating type
MS3106A-20-29P
Function
Pin layout
GND Light
J
Vcc Light
K
GND Cam
F
Vcc Cam
G
Video +
A
Video -
M
Comms Mic
H
Comms Mic
S
Comms Head
B
Comms Head
C
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2/4 pin comms
Diver 1&2 2 / 4 wire comms
Type
Banana sockets-4mm
Mating type
Banana plugs- 4mm
Function
Pin layout
MIC
Yellow socket
Parallel to comms MIC
multipin connector
MIC
Yellow socket
Head
Blue socket
Parallel to comms Head
multipin connector
Head
Blue socket
Video output
Video 1&2
Type
BNC socket female
Mating type
BNC plug male
Function
Pin layout
Video +
centre pin
Video -
connector housing
SCC 01-032
SCC with external 10-36 vdc input
Type
Hirschmann CA3GS
Mating type
CA3LD
Function
Pin layout
GND
3
+VDC
4
DP-DDG-013
Depth sensor & Novabus interconnection
Type
Souriau, UTS 710E7S
Mating type
UTS6JC10E7P
Function
Pin layout
Depth sensor1 +
A
Depth sensor1 -
B
Depth sensor2 +
C
Depth sensor2 -
D
rs485B
E
rs485A
F
GND
G
SCC 01-10
NovaBus, rs485
Type
Bulgin,PX0412/08S
Mating type
PX0410/08P
Function
Pin layout
GND
3
rs485B
7
rs485A
8
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Help & Support
Further details about a Warranty Statement can be found at the chapter 12 Warranty
For technical support contact your local a Novasub Authorized Service Center or Seascape Subsea BV.
Seascape Subsea BV is the manufacturer of all Novasub branded products.
Seascape Subsea BV
De Hoogjens 22
NL-4254 XW Sleeuwijk
The Netherlands
T. +31-183-307900
E. info@Seascapesubsea.com
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support email: support@novasub.com
Copyright © Seascape Subsea BV
All Rights reserved.
If you have cause to use our technical support service, please make ensure that you have the following details at hand
prior to calling:
•system serial number
•firmware version and build number
•fault description
•any remedial action implemented
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Warranty
Novasub warrants that during the Warranty Period Novasub or a Novasub Authorized Service Center (hereinafter Service
Center) will, at its sole discretion, remedy defects in materials or workmanship free of charge either by a) repairing, or b)
replacing, or c) refunding, subject to the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty. This Limited Warranty is only valid
and enforceable in the country of purchase.
Warranty Period
The Limited Warranty Period starts at the date of original retail purchase. The Warranty Period is two (2) years for the
product. Warranty applies only on manufacturing defaults. The Warranty Period is one (1) year for accessories, including
mounting hardware and connector cables.
Exclusions and Limitations
This Limited Warranty does not cover:
1. a) normal wear and tear;
b) defects caused by rough handling or;
c) defects or damage caused by misuse contrary to intended or recommended use;
2. user manuals or any third-party items;
3. defects or alleged defects caused by the use with any product, accessory, software and/or service not manufactured or
supplied by Novasub;
4. battery.
This Limited Warranty is not enforceable if item:
1. has been opened beyond intended use;
2. has been repaired using unauthorized spare parts; modified or repaired by unauthorized Service Center;
3. serial number has been removed, altered or made illegible in any way, as determined at the sole discretion of Novasub;
4. has been exposed to chemicals. Novasub does not warrant that the operation of the product will be uninterrupted or
error free, or that the product will work with any hardware or software provided by a third party.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable mandatory laws, this Limited Warranty is your sole and exclusive remedy
and is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied. Novasub shall not be liable for special, incidental, punitive or
consequential damages, including but not limited to loss of anticipated benefits, loss of data, loss of use, cost of capital,
cost of any substitute equipment or facilities, claims of third parties, damage to property resulting from the purchase or
use of the item or arising from breach of the warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict tort, or any legal or equitable
theory, even if Novasub knew of the likelihood of such damages. Novasub shall not be liable for delay in rendering
warranty service.
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