QYSEA FIFISH PRO W6 User manual

Quick Start Guide
V1.0

Safety and Regulations
Operating FIFISH products requests training and practice.Please read through this document before
operating in water.
Do NOT touch the
running propeller
Avoid overheating of motors, do
NOT run the thrusters in air for
over 30 seconds
Do NOT throw the ROV when
deploying into the water
Do NOT look directly to the
LEDs, and do NOT touch the
LEDs when they are ON
Laser Radiation Class 3B.
Avoid direct exposure to eyes.
Beware of the environment
while operating the ROV (tide,
water level, water traffics, etc.)
Avoid the reefs, rocks,
seaweeds, fishline or other
objects that may cause damage
to or entanglement of the ROV
or tether
Be part of marine protection
and conservation for the local
coral and marine life
Maintain after dive, check the
Maintenance Guide in page 29
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Safety and Regulations
Please ensure that you have completed the study of FIFISH PRO W6 product related functions and
precautions before the first use.
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1. Holding ONLY on the stainless-steel handle
2. Do NOT pull the tether between connector and safety lock
3. Do NOT ONLY holding on the thrusters
4. Do NOT pull the battery plug cables
5. Do NOT pull the battery plugs
6. Holding on the battery handle when swap battery
7. LEDs shall not turn ON over 10 s in air
8. Motors shall not unlock over 5 s in air
9. Check the O-rings regularly

Introduction
The FIFISH PRO W6 is an ROV (Remote Operated Vehicle) for underwater
operations. 6 vector thrusters™ optimize the maneuverability and speed at the
same time. 350 m (over 1100 ft) depth rating covers 95% of underwater operation
fields. 2nd gen Q-motor Pro has higher output and energy efficiency. The Aluminum
Alloy propeller coated with cat, to withstand the harsh conditions. The top speed 2
m/s (4 knots), capable to against the current.
The dual camera system provides larger FOV, 4K UHD camera produce high
resolution image and videos. High-capacity lithium battery means longer operation
time, and swappable design keeps underwater operation running all the time. The
standard laser scaler is for underwater measure and inspection easier than ever.
FIFISH W6's new Q-BOX can expand the interface, support the fast switch and
add-on. Extensible accessories include, on-shore power supply, collision avoidance
system sonar, DVL, Image Sonar, USBL ultra-short base positioning, U-QPS
(underwater quick positioning system), metal thickness gauge, Q-camera , 3-claws
robotic arm, rescue clamp, mud sampler, compass ruler clamp, water sampler,
salinity sensor, pH sensor, dissolved oxygen sensor, hydrophone etc. Such wide
variety selection of accessories can fulfill the any kind of application filed.
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Introduction
About FIFISH PRO W6 ROV
1. 4K UHD Underwater Camera #1
2. 4K UHD Underwater Camera #2
3. Lasers ×2
4. 6,000 Lumens LEDs ×2
5. Robotic Arm
6. 2nd gen Q-motor Pro Thrusters ×6
7. Battery Plug ×2
8. ROV Tether Port
9. FIFISH Q-lnterface2
10. Stainless steel handle
11. W6 wings ×2
12. Logo Plate
13. W6 Safety Lock3
14. Battery
15. Battery Handle
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1. Do NOT shake or dangle when holding the handle.
2. Safety Check, Check every connector and water-tight connectors
(See the Page 7 Preparation, Connection, and Operating, Hardware connection)
3. Keep the Q-Interface™ dry and clean at all time.
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Introduction
RC (Remote Controller)
1. ON/OFF
2. Depth Holding (ON/OFF)
3. LOCK/UNLOCK
4. Left Control Stick
5. Right Control Stick
6. Right Wheel
7. Left Wheel
8. Video (Record/Stop)1
9. Control Mode (Attitude / Sport / Combine)
10. Tether Port
11. Ethernet Port (mini USB)
12. LED Brightness (OFF, 1,2)
13. Photo (Snap)2
14. Charging Port
15. microSD Slot
16. Clamp Release Button
17. Clamp for Smart Device
1.ln photo mode, press and hold about 1 second, will switch to video mode.
2.In video mode, press and hold about 1 second, will switch to photo mode.
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Introduction
Tether on Spool
1. Spool Handle
2. Spool Frame
3. Tether Regulator
4. Reel
5. Foldable Handle
6. ROV Plug
7. RC Plug
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Preparation, Connection, and Operating
1. FIFISH App Download and Installations
Option 1. Scan the QR code below to download FIFISH App.
Option 2. Search the FIFISH on App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).
Option 3. Go to QYSEA's website at https://www.qysea.com/cn/support/app-download/
2. Hardware connection
1. Take off protective cap on the ROV Tether Port
2. Hook the safety lock and fasten the security nut
3. Align first then insert the ROV plug Twist to the end for water tight (finger-tight)
4. Fully insert RC plug (3.5mm) to RC's Tether Port
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Preparation, Connection, and Operating
（1）Plug the tether (3.5 mm head) into remote controller
（2）Turn ON the RC. Press and hold the ON/OFF button, you can hear 7 chimes from low to high
(Do, Re, Mi, Fa, Sol, La, Ti)
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（3）The “ON/OFF”，“Depth Holding" and "LOCK/UNLOCK” will flash and rotate clockwise, which
indicates "Ready to be connected"

Preparation, Connection, and Operating
（4）Check the RC, the "ON/OFF” and "LOCK/UNLOCK” buttons will stay solid that indicates the
hardware connection successfully
(1) Connect with the RC's Wi-Fi (5 GHz)
(2) Find the Wi-Fi network name “FIFISHRC_xxxx”
(3) The password is "1234567890”
(4) Select your ROV type (Swipe the model if necessary)
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Software connection
4.
Operation interface
Note
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ROV sensor calibration is recommended
before dive, especially traveled in the
difference locations.
For more information about ROV sensor
calibration https://www.qysea.com/support/

Preparation, Connection, and Operating
5.Deploy the ROV
Pull ONLY on the tether to deploy the ROV into the water. Unlock the thrusters then start to dive.
The depth shall greater than 1meter (about 3feet) for better experience.
6.Retrieve
(1) Lock the thrusters
(2) Stop recording the video before closing the FIFISH App
(3) Pull ONLY on the tether to retrieve the ROV
7.Video/Photo Download
Download videos/photos by using terminal equipments (smart phones or tablets), PC for FTP
FileZilla to transfer.
The detailed tutorials can be found on https://www.qysea.com/support/
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Introduction of Controlling
Definition of Controlling
The FIFISH PRO W6 uses the patented Smart Thruster Array™to ensure the ultimate maneuverability and delivers
the 6DOF (degree of freedom).
• W6 can move in descend & ascend, left and right, forward and backward.
• W6 can rotate in 360 yaw (z-axis), 360 pitch (y-axis), 360 roll (x-axis).
We have simplified the Left Joystick, Right Joystick, Left Wheel and Right Wheel into the following symbol. The
arrows on RC indicate the command and the arrows on ROV indicate the actual movements. For more information,
please check on FIFISH App, Go Dive/General Settings/Second Column.
From the FPV (first person view) the bright yellow is rolling clockwise and black is rolling counter clockwise, and the
rolling can activate in sport or Combination mode.
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Introduction of Controlling
Controlling Modes
FIFISH PRO V6 PLUS supports 3 modes for control: A, S, and C.
A is Attitude Auto mode, S is Sport mode, C is the Combination mode.
1 .Attitude Mode
Attitude mode is designed for beginners.The ROV will not roll in Attitude mode.The ROV will stay in same depth
moving when depth holding is ON. Even with pitch angle, the depth will be the same.
2.Sport Mode
Sport mode is designed for skillful pilots.Sport mode will enable the rolling freedom, so, you will access all 6degree
of freedom of V6 PLUS.Controlling and moving based on the FPV (Frist Person View), do not operate in third person
view. The ROV will only stay in the same depth with no command input, when depth holding ON.
3. Combination Mode
Combination mode activate the head tracking controlling via FIFISH VR Goggle, which allow pilot to use the FIFISH
VR Goggle to pitch, roll and yaw. Combination mode delivers the intuitive control and immersive experiences.
Combination mode supports head tracking and remote controller working together.
4. Robotic Arm
The robotic arm can be activated ONLY in Attitude mode. Use the right wheel to open and close the robotic claws.
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Charging
Red, less than 30%
Yellow, 30% to 70%
White, 70% or higher
ROV Charging
Pull out the battery and charge the battery separately.
RED LED indicator illuminates while charging and green LED indicator illuminates
while fully charged.
RC Charging
Flashing ON/OFF button, RC is charging White steady ON/OFF
button, RC is fully charged.
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Features
1. ROV Status
11. White Balance
2.
12. Exposure Value
3. Control Mode
13. Resolution Frame Rate
4. LED Brightness
14. Camera #1 Remaining Time/Pics
5. ROV Battery
6. General Settings
15. Camera #2 Remaining Time/Pics
7. LIVE Board Casting
16.Camera Settings
17. Pilot’s Heading
8. Auto Pilot 2nd Gen
18. ROV’s Heading in Degrees
9. VR Mode
Compass
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10. ISO
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Controlling Preferences
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20. Posture Indicator
21. Display Arrangement
22. Tool Box
23.Current Depth
Watermark: Depth and Temp
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Operation interface

FIFISH App
Image Settings Video Settings
1. Exposure and WB
2. Video Setting
3. System Preferences
4. Image/Video Settings
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5. Image Resolution
6. Shutter Speed
7. Lighting Meter
8. Resolution Live on FIFISH App
9. Bitrate Live on FIFISH App
10.Analog color Television Standards
11.Video Coding

Features
Laser Ruler
The Laser Dots could be the reference dots. It can work out the distance measure with a manual Image
Processing software.
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Laser
Ruler
10cm
Inspection
Subject
Laser Ruler

Maintenance
1. Soak ROV at least 1 hour after dive, then let the motors run in fresh water at least 10 minutes, then
rinse ROV with fresh water.Air dry and avoid direct sunlight (for more information, please check Motor
Maintenances the Maintenance Guide in page 29)
2. Keep every connector (port and plug) dry and clean at all time.Put on the protective caps when not
connected. The salt and moisture may cause corrosion on the connectors. Clean the plug with running
fresh water and dry with air blow gun or dust blower.
3. Check the propellers after every dive. Make sure NO entanglement, i.e. seaweed or fishing lines.Turn
on the ROV (See the Preparation & Connection Section, page 6-9) and check the thruster and test
movement and rotation.
4. Use the integrated self-checking program (FIFISH App/Help/Machine self-check) if you have spot
malfunction part or parts after dives, contact your local services center for help.For more information
about FIFISH Authorized Services Centers https://www.qysea.com/support/repair-center/
5. Clean sand or mud if necessary. Soak the ROV inside the clean fresh water at least 1 hour. Shake
ROV tail down or head down position, let sand washed out through the venting holes. Wash until the
clean water drips out.
6. Check the tether on regular basis, replace the tether if break or damage appears.
7. Store ROV and RC in dry and cool environment (Temperature range: 5°C to 25°C or 41°F to 77°F).
8. For long-term storage, keep 50%to 60%of battery level. Charge and discharge every 90 days to keep
the activation of Lithium battery.
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Specifications
ROV
Depending on the using condition and settings, the actual dive time may various.
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Dimension
604 mm ×450 mm ×310 mm (~ 23 ¾ in ×17 ¾ in ×12 ¼ in)
Weight
19 kg (41 7/8 lbs)
Thrusters
6×(FIFISH 2nd Gen Q-Motor Pro)
Moving
Sway；left / right
Surge；forward / backward
Heave；up/down
Rotation
360°, Pitch, Yaw, & Roll
Posture Lock™
Static / Moving：±0.1° accuracy
Depth Holding
± 3 cm accuracy
Speed
4 knots (2 m/s) max speed in still water
Depth Rating
350 meters (~1148 feet)
Operate Temp
-10℃~ 60 ℃(14℉~ 140℉)
Battery *2
Up to 6 hours 1
388.8 Wh
1 Hour Quick Charge (70%)
18650 Panasonic Li-ion
S
ensor
Accelerate Sensor, Gyroscope Sensor, Magnetic Sensor
Temperature Sensor
Depth Sensor
RC
Wireless
5 GHz Wi-Fi 11a, n, ac
Battery Life
Up to 4 hours
microSD Slot
FAT32 or exFAT format (≦128GB)
APP
System
iOS 10.0.0 ＆Android 5.0

Specifications
Camera
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LED
Brightness
12,000 lumens
CCT
5500 K (Correlated Color Temperature)
Beam Angle
120º
Dimming
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Charger
ROV MAX Input:100-240, 50/60Hz, 3 A Max
Output: 25.2V ⎓6A
RC MAX Input:100-240V,50/60Hz, 0.5 A Max
Output: 5 V ⎓3A
Sensor 1/2.3” SONY CMOS
Pixels 12MP
ISO 100-6400
Lens
Dual cameras Field of View:178º Single camera Field of View: 166º
Aperture：f/2.5
Min Focusing Distance: 0.4 m (~1 1/3 feet)
Shutter 5~1/5000
Frames 3 / 5 / 10 / 15
White Balance 2500K ~ 8000K
White Balance - 3.0 EV ~ + 3.0 EV
Burst shooting 4:3: 4000 x 3000
Photo Format JPEG, RAW in DNG
Video Resolution
4KUHD; 25/30 fps
1080P FHD; 25/30/50/60/100/120 fps
720P HD; 25/30/50/60/100/120/200/240 fps
Video Format MPEG4-AVC/H.264, HEVC/H.265
Stabilization EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization)
Color System NTSC & PAL
Storage microSD Standard SanDisk Ultra 128 GB
Depending on the using condition and settings, the actual dive time may various.
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