VideoRay PRO 3 User manual

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REMOTELY OPERATED
PROFESSIONAL SUBMERSIBLE
PRO 3

VideoRay Pro 3 User’s Manual
Copyright © 2000-2006, VideoRay LLC
580 Wall Street
Phoenixville, PA 19460
USA
http://www.videoray.com
No material may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means for any purpose without expressed written
consent of VideoRay LLC.
The information contained herein is deemed accurate at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................................................1
1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL...............................................................................................................................1
1.2 ABOUT YOUR VIDEORAY .........................................................................................................................1
1.3 FRIENDLY ADVICE.....................................................................................................................................1
2GENERAL INFORMATION.............................................................................................................................3
2.1 DESCRIPTION...............................................................................................................................................3
2.2 OPERATING ENVIRONMENT ....................................................................................................................3
2.3 SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................................................................4
3SAFETY FIRST! .................................................................................................................................................5
3.1 USE COMMON SENSE.................................................................................................................................5
3.2 ELECTRICAL AND VIDEORAY SAFETY..................................................................................................5
3.3 PERSONAL SAFETY ....................................................................................................................................5
4GETTING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR VIDEORAY .......................................................................................7
4.1 UNPACKING YOUR VIDEORAY................................................................................................................7
4.2 INSPECTING YOUR VIDEORAY................................................................................................................7
4.3 PREPARING TO OPERATE YOUR VIDEORAY ........................................................................................7
5YOUR FIRST DIVE............................................................................................................................................9
5.1 DIVE CONDITIONS......................................................................................................................................9
5.2 SETTING UP YOUR VIDEORAY.................................................................................................................9
5.3 PRE-DIVE INSPECTION.............................................................................................................................10
5.4 LAUNCHING THE VIDEORAY.................................................................................................................10
5.5 MANEUVERING THE VIDEORAY...........................................................................................................11
5.6 RETRIEVING THE VIDEORAY.................................................................................................................11
5.7 POST-DIVE INSPECTION..........................................................................................................................12
6VIDEORAY CONTROLLER FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS..................................................................13
6.1 CONNECTORS............................................................................................................................................13
6.1.1 TETHER CONNECTION ...................................................................................................................13
6.1.2 VIDEO OUT.......................................................................................................................................13
6.1.3 100 - 240 VAC 50-60 Hz.....................................................................................................................13
6.1.4 RS-232 AUX........................................................................................................................................13
6.2 CONTROLS..................................................................................................................................................13
6.2.1 MAIN POWER (On | Off)...................................................................................................................13
6.2.2 AUXILIARY (On | Off)........................................................................................................................13
6.2.3 JOYSTICK (Forward | Left | Right | Reverse)....................................................................................13
6.2.4 DEPTH CONTROL (Up | Hold | Down)............................................................................................14
6.2.5 CAMERA (Front | Rear).....................................................................................................................14
6.2.6 TILT (Down | Up)...............................................................................................................................15
6.2.7 FOCUS (Out | In)...............................................................................................................................15
6.2.8 LIGHTS (Dim | Bright).......................................................................................................................15
6.2.9 MODE (Calibrate | Set)......................................................................................................................15
6.2.10 DISPLAY CONTRAST (- | +) .............................................................................................................15
6.2.11 GRIPPER (Close |Open) ....................................................................................................................15
6.3 LCD DISPLAY.............................................................................................................................................15
6.3.1 CLOCK...............................................................................................................................................15
6.3.2 RUN-TIME HOUR METER................................................................................................................16
6.3.3 DEPTH GAUGE.................................................................................................................................16
6.3.4 COMPASS ..........................................................................................................................................16
6.4 MONITOR CONTROL.................................................................................................................................16
6.4.1 POWER ..............................................................................................................................................16

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7“BEST” PRACTICES AND DIVING TIPS....................................................................................................16
7.1 NAVIGATION..............................................................................................................................................16
7.2 HANDLING THE TETHER.........................................................................................................................16
7.3 AVOIDING TANGLES................................................................................................................................17
7.4 FREEING ASNAGGED TETHER ..............................................................................................................17
7.5 BALLAST SETUP........................................................................................................................................17
7.6 INCREASING THRUSTER POWER...........................................................................................................18
7.7 LOSS OF THRUSTER POWER...................................................................................................................18
7.8 FOGGED VIEW PORT AND/ OR LIGHT LENSES....................................................................................18
8VIDEORAY MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................20
8.1 CLEANING VIDEORAY.............................................................................................................................20
8.2 MECHANICAL SERVICING......................................................................................................................20
8.2.1 PRECAUTIONS..................................................................................................................................20
8.2.2 REQUIRED TOOLS...........................................................................................................................20
8.3 CARING FOR SEALS AND O-RINGS........................................................................................................20
8.3.1 INSPECTION .....................................................................................................................................20
8.3.2 RULE OF THUMB.............................................................................................................................20
8.3.3 CARE AND STORAGE.......................................................................................................................21
8.3.4 HANDLING SEALED COMPONENTS..............................................................................................21
8.4 SERVICING THE LIGHTS..........................................................................................................................21
8.4.1 REPLACING A LIGHT BULB............................................................................................................21
8.5 THRUSTER GUARD AND PROPELLER REMOVAL ..............................................................................21
8.5.1 THRUSTER GUARDS........................................................................................................................21
8.5.2 PROPELLER REMOVAL / REPLACEMENT ....................................................................................21
8.6 CARTRIDGE SEAL INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT......................................................................22
8.6.1 OPENING VIDEORAY’S MAIN HOUSING ......................................................................................22
8.6.2 REASSEMBLY OF MAIN HOUSING.................................................................................................23
8.7 CALIBRATION............................................................................................................................................23
8.7.1 SETTING the DATE and TIME ..........................................................................................................23
8.7.2 CALIBRATING the PRESSURE SENSOR..........................................................................................23
8.7.3 CALIBRATING the COMPASS...........................................................................................................24
9FIELD SERVICING .........................................................................................................................................27
9.1 TROUBLE SHOOTING ...............................................................................................................................27
9.1.1 LIGHTS DO NOT WORK...................................................................................................................27
9.1.2 LOSS OF THRUST OR MANEUVERABILITY...................................................................................27
9.1.3 VIDEO MONITOR DOES NOT SHOW PICTURE............................................................................27
9.1.4 POOR PICTURE QUALITY...............................................................................................................27
9.2 ORDERING PARTS.....................................................................................................................................28
9.3 WARRANTY REPAIRS...............................................................................................................................28
10 ACCESSORIES...........................................................................................................................................29
10.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT ACCESSORIES..............................................................................29
10.2 INTEGRATED CONTROL BOX (ICB) WITH 15-INCH MONITOR ................................................................29
10.3 TETHER DEPLOYMENT SYSTEM (TDS) (INCLUDED WITH THE PRO 3)..................................................29
10.4 IMAGING SCANNING SONAR SYSTEM.................................................................................................29
10.5 SHORT BASELINE ACOUSTIC NAVIGATION SYSTEM.......................................................................29
10.6 EXTENSION TETHERS..............................................................................................................................30
10.7 MANIPULATOR..........................................................................................................................................30
11 APPENDIX A – LIMITED WARRANTY...............................................................................................33

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1INTRODUCTION
1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
The purpose of this manual is to provide information only. It is subject to change without notice and does
not represent a commitment on the part of VideoRay, or its agents.
1.2 ABOUT YOUR VIDEORAY
Prior to shipment, your VideoRay Submersible was tested and found to comply with factory standards.
The serial number of the VideoRay is labeled on the hull under the float block, and inside the hull (visible
through the rear dome). The serial number of the controller is engraved on a plate that is attached to the
front of the Controller case. Please provide your system serial number(s) whenever corresponding with us.
1.3 FRIENDLY ADVICE
“Flying” the VideoRay can be somewhat addictive. If you are operating VideoRay and have an important
appointment later in the day, we strongly recommend you set an alarm clock or arrange to have a friend
remind you at the appointed time!

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2GENERAL INFORMATION
2.1 DESCRIPTION
VideoRay is a submersible, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) designed to take advantage of its portability
and size. Set up and vehicle control are simple and intuitive, enabling VideoRay to be easily carried,
deployed, and operated by one person. VideoRay can go anywhere, powered by conventional AC, or a
battery pack and inverter. Operation of the VideoRay is quickly mastered after only a few practice “flights.”
Connection to a video monitor provides the operator with a view of everything the VideoRay sees.
VideoRay carries no batteries; it is completely powered and controlled from the surface through a small
diameter tether.
For operational safety, the joystick control, vehicle and tether carry a maximum voltage of 48 Volts DC.
2.2 OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
VideoRay ROV
Medium: Fresh or Salt Water
Operating Temperature: 32-122º F (0-50ºC)
VideoRay Integrated Control Box (ICB)
Caution: While the VideoRay ROV is designed to be operated in water, the Integrated Control Box is splash-
resistant and should not be subject to excessive water spray or rain when opened. The Integrated Control Box
case is watertight only when closed.
VideoRay is equipped with a universal power supply. The input voltage range is 100-240Volts AC, 50-60
Hz. A standard computer power cable is used, and in general, the controller may use any standard AC
electrical source in Europe or North America. An optional adapter may be required for use in some countries.
VideoRay can be powered from a battery using an AC inverter. VideoRay recommends at least a 600 Watt
inverter. Sometimes the quality of the inverter can affect the operation of VideoRay. Some inexpensive
inverters do not produce a true sine wave AC output. Instead they produce a ‘chopped’ or ‘simulated’ sine
wave that can produce a lot of electrical noise. A poor quality inverter may produce enough noise to interfere
with operation and/or video quality of VideoRay.

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2.3 SPECIFICATIONS
VideoRay is equipped with a forward facing color camera, two lights, two horizontal thrusters and one
vertical thruster. A rear black and white camera and rear lights are also included in the Pro 3.
Options for the VideoRay Pro 3 include a manipulator, sonar system positioning system, radiation sensor and
more. (See Section 10 on Accessories for more information). Additional options are being added on a regular
basis, please check http://www.videoray.com or your VideoRay dealer for the latest information.
Depth Rating 152 m (500 feet)
Depth Gauge Selectable meters or feet
Resolution = 0.1 units (meters or feet)
Dimensions 30.48 cm (12 inches) long
22.5 cm (8-7/8 inches) wide
22.9 cm (9 inches) high
Weight 3.6 kg (8 lb)
Operating Voltage 100-240 Volts AC controller supply voltage
Internal Voltage 48 Volts DC maximum
Lights 2 - 20 Watts (1 port, 1 starboard)
Front Camera Viewing Angle +/- 90º
Front Camera Tilt Angle +/- 75º Pitch (vertical rotation)
Front Camera Focus From the face of the housing dome to infinity
Rear Camera Tilt / Focus Fixed
Video Display Monitor 127mm (5 inch) LCD
Tether 76 m (250 feet) Neutrally Buoyant is standard
Custom length, neutral or negative buoyancy is available
Minimum bend diameter = approximately 8 cm (3 inches)
Speed 0 – 2.5 knots

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3SAFETY FIRST!
The following safety tips may prevent injury to you as the operator and those around you, or damage to the
VideoRay submersible.
3.1 USE COMMON SENSE
1) Read the safety and operating instructions before operating the VideoRay.
2) Heed all warnings printed on the system components and in the manual.
3) Retain this manual and other safety and operating instructions for future reference.
4) Be aware of and alert to potential hazards in and around water, including weather conditions, and follow
standard water safety practices.
3.2 ELECTRICAL AND VIDEORAY SAFETY
1) Electricity and Water don’t mix! Use caution with all power supply cables and do not handle them
while you are in contact with water or allow them to come into contact with water. The VideoRay
submersible, the tether and approved accessories are the only items that can be safely placed in water.
2) Do not use any system that contains broken or ruptured insulation, frayed wires or loose connections.
Repair such conditions before resuming operations.
3) Protect the Integrated Control Box from splashes and immersion in water when open. The controller is
sealed when closed, and splash resistant when open.
4) Always plug the system into a grounded receptacle.
5) There are no user serviceable parts inside the Integrated Control Box. Only qualified technicians or
VideoRay personnel should perform electrical servicing.
6) Do not subject the VideoRay to impact.
7) Never operate the lights for more than 60 seconds out of water. Never operate the thrusters for more
than 20 seconds out of water. Your VideoRay is designed for submerged operation and requires water
to cool the lights and thrusters.
8) Do not stress or kink the tether or bend it tighter than the minimum bend diameter, which is about 3
inches. Do not allow the tether to be deployed over sharp edges or rough surfaces.
3.3 PERSONAL SAFETY
Be aware of the safety of those around you!
1) Beware of swimmers or boaters. The VideoRay and tether can pose a hazard to swimmers, divers, and
small craft, as well as persons in and around the operating area. Obtain the acknowledgment of those
around you prior to launch. Make sure everyone within VideoRay’s range of operation is aware the
vehicle is being deployed.
2) Keep your operating area neat and free of accident causing clutter.
3) Keep fingers and objects clear of the thruster propellers.

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