Summary of Contents for VideoRay PRO 3
- Page 1 PRO 3 EMOTELY PERATED ROFESSIONAL UBMERSIBLE http://www.videoray.com November, 2007 Version 1.0, Rev. D...
- Page 2 VideoRay Pro 3 User’s Manual Copyright © 2000-2006, VideoRay LLC 580 Wall Street Phoenixville, PA 19460 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SPECIFICATIONS ............................4 SAFETY FIRST! ..............................5 USE COMMON SENSE ..........................5 ELECTRICAL AND VIDEORAY SAFETY....................5 PERSONAL SAFETY ............................5 GETTING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR VIDEORAY ..................7 UNPACKING YOUR VIDEORAY........................7 INSPECTING YOUR VIDEORAY ........................7 PREPARING TO OPERATE YOUR VIDEORAY ..................7 YOUR FIRST DIVE............................9 DIVE CONDITIONS ............................9 SETTING UP YOUR VIDEORAY.........................9... - Page 4 VideoRay Pro 3 User’s Manual “BEST” PRACTICES AND DIVING TIPS....................16 NAVIGATION..............................16 HANDLING THE TETHER .........................16 AVOIDING TANGLES ..........................17 FREEING A SNAGGED TETHER ......................17 BALLAST SETUP............................17 INCREASING THRUSTER POWER......................18 LOSS OF THRUSTER POWER ........................18 FOGGED VIEW PORT AND/ OR LIGHT LENSES..................18 VIDEORAY MAINTENANCE ........................20...
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Page 5: Introduction
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. - Page 6 VideoRay Pro 3 User’s Manual November, 2007...
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Page 7: General Information
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. -
Page 8: 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. -
Page 9: Safety First
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. - Page 10 VideoRay Pro 3 User’s Manual November, 2007...
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Page 11: Getting Familiar With Your Videoray
PREPARING TO OPERATE YOUR VIDEORAY Operating your VideoRay controller is like being in the driver’s seat of your car. The joystick and switches are used to control your VideoRay ROV, similar to the way you use the steering wheel, pedals and dashboard knobs to control your car’s operation. - Page 12 VideoRay Pro 3 User’s Manual November, 2007...
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Page 13: Your First Dive
YOUR FIRST DIVE Your VideoRay ROV has been designed with ease of use in mind. This section covers only the most basic aspects of operating your VideoRay. It will walk you through the steps required to make your first dive. -
Page 14: Pre-Dive Inspection
6) Move the joystick in all directions to test the port and starboard thrusters. CAUTION! Do not operate the thrusters for more that 20 seconds when the VideoRay ROV is out of the water. Prolonged operation in a dry environment will result in damage to motor shaft seals. -
Page 15: Maneuvering The Videoray
Power down the VideoRay by switching off the main power supply. Retrieve the VideoRay by pulling it out of the water by its tether. Care should be taken to coil the tether properly (see Section 7.2) and avoid collisions between VideoRay and the pier or boat hull. -
Page 16: Post-Dive Inspection
Check that the propeller shafts have not been fouled with material such as fishing line, string, seaweed, or other debris. If VideoRay has been used in salt water, thoroughly rinse the vehicle with fresh water prior to being stored away. Turn the vehicle upside down while rinsing to let water drain from the pressure sensor cavity under the float block. -
Page 17: Videoray Controller Features And Functions
This is the power source feed for the Controller’s power. For maximum portability, the VideoRay can be run from several common power sources. The AC power cord plugs into any standard outlet supplying 100 through 240 Volts AC. An external battery using an inverter may also be used to power the VideoRay. 6.1.4 RS-232 AUX This DB-9 style connector provides an RS-232 interface as well as other auxiliary connections for accessories. -
Page 18: Depth Control (Up | Hold | Down)
When using Automatic Depth Control, the controller will maintain a constant depth for you. Auto Depth Control is by default set to “Off” when the VideoRay Pro 3 is powered Automatic Depth Control (Auto-Depth) When Auto-Depth is on and the Depth Control knob is centered on “Hold,”... -
Page 19: Tilt (Down | Up)
The LCD display contrast is adjustable for easy viewing under varying light conditions. 6.3.1 CLOCK VideoRay is equipped with a 24 hour real time clock. The date and time can be set using the steps provided in Section 8.7. http://www.videoray.com Version 1.0, Rev. D... -
Page 20: Run-Time Hour Meter
3) In the event obstructions are encountered, or you become lost or disoriented with respect to VideoRay's position, always remember that the safest way back is to follow the tether. VideoRay Pro 3 includes as an option a Positioning System that can be used to continuously monitor the position of the VideoRay. -
Page 21: Avoiding Tangles
AVOIDING TANGLES As mentioned above, it is always a good idea to consider where the tether lies as VideoRay moves through the water or along the bottom. The following tips may assist in dealing with and / or avoiding tether problems: 1) Don't feed out unnecessary tether. -
Page 22: Increasing Thruster Power
Note that the guards on the VideoRay are specifically designed for rapid and easy removal. 3) If VideoRay’s thrusters are not fouled and still do not run, try resetting the VideoRay computer by switching the power supply off, waiting ten seconds, and switching it back on again. - Page 23 Version 1.0, Rev. D...
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Page 24: Videoray Maintenance
CARING FOR SEALS AND O-RINGS VideoRay recommends the use of Dow Corning #4 Silicon Grease, as a lubricant for O-rings used as seals. Other lubricants can lead to deterioration and failure of the O-rings and components. DO NOT USE OTHER LUBRICANTS. -
Page 25: Care And Storage
This damage is not covered under the warranty. The Pro 3 uses counter-rotating horizontal thrusters. This helps maintain stability. The port propeller has a reversed pitch from the starboard propeller. The horizontal thruster shafts use a right hand pitch thread, so it is possible to place the port propeller on the starboard thruster. -
Page 26: Cartridge Seal Inspection And Replacement
We recommend that you check for the presence of water in the oil bath every 10-20 hours of usage. This interval should be on the shorter end if you use your VideoRay in deeper water – in excess of 60 feet or 20 meters –... -
Page 27: Reassembly Of Main Housing
5) A hair dryer may be used to aid in removal of the domes by warming the VideoRay housing and creating a positive interior pressure. 8.6.2 REASSEMBLY OF MAIN HOUSING 1) Once the internal components have been properly re-installed in the main housing, the main ports can be replaced. -
Page 28: Calibrating The Compass
9) Momentarily engage the Auxiliary switch to “On.” 10) To exit the calibration mode, simply turn the VideoRay off. Wait at least 5 seconds before turning the VideoRay back on. Or, to continue on to calibrate the compass, momentarily engage the Mode switch to “Calibrate,”... - Page 29 Version 1.0, Rev. D...
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Page 31: Field Servicing
1) Ensure the propellers and shafts are clear of debris. 2) Ensure the propellers are securely installed. 3) Check to see if the tether is snagged. 4) Check the thrusters to ensure they function properly with VideoRay out of the water. 9.1.3 VIDEO MONITOR DOES NOT SHOW PICTURE 1) Ensure the Video Monitor is plugged into a live electrical outlet. -
Page 32: 9.2 Ordering Parts
Some sub-assemblies of the VideoRay Submersible are not field-serviceable and will need to be returned to the factory if they malfunction. All returned items must be sent prepaid to VideoRay at the above address. WARRANTY REPAIRS The warranty conditions are specified in Appendix A. -
Page 33: 10 Accessories
Whether on a search and rescue mission or scoping out wreck locations, scanning sonar is invaluable. The VideoRay sub is guided by sonar to targets until it is close enough to visually identify them, making search and recovery possible in turbid waters. The sonar features a very small transducer to image targets from the viewpoint of VideoRay and captures data digitally on a laptop computer for easy playback. -
Page 34: Extension Tethers
10.6 EXTENSION TETHERS No mission is impossible when you mix and match lengths and types of the VideoRay's tether to reach an underwater destination. VideoRay Pro 3 systems come standard with 76 m (250 feet) of neutrally buoyant tether, and now you can choose from several combinations of neutrally buoyant or negatively buoyant tether lengths to suit the job at hand. - Page 35 Version 1.0, Rev. D...
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Page 37: 11 Appendix A - Limited Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY VideoRay will repair or replace, at its expense and at its option, any system or component, subject to the limitations and / or exclusions specified herein, which in normal use has proven to be defective in workmanship or material...