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  • Page 1 Version 3.0 2022-01-19 RAYFIN User Manual...
  • Page 2 TW: ADR Support PM: CC Engineered in Canada +1 (709) 702-0395 support@subcimaging.com SubC Control Ltd www.subcimaging.com 327 Memorial Drive Clarenville, NL, Canada, A5A 1R8 Installing TeamViewer for remote support Ensure the LAN functionality in TeamViewer is enabled (go to Extras > Options > General > Incoming LAN connections).
  • Page 3 TW: ADR Camera and Laser Precautions and Maintenance Updated: Mech: BL 2021-08-13 PM: CC Please read this manual carefully before setting up and using your unit. The electronic version of this document is the controlled copy. Therefore, all printed versions of this document are uncontrolled. SubC equipment is designed to work at various depth ratings on unmanned vehicles.
  • Page 4 TW: ADR O-Ring Lubricant Mech: BL PM: CC Best practices for assembling your system Greasing the Connector/Dummy Plug (ABOVE WATER - DRY MATE ONLY) Connectors must be greased with Molykote 44 Medium (or equivalent) before every mating. Check the MSDS for your type of o-ring lubricant before use.

  • Page 5: System Hookup

    TW: ADR System Hookup Mech: BL PM: CC Best practices for assembling your system For the fundamentals of how to capture excellent underwater photos and detailed video, check out our Underwater Photography Guide: http:/ /ftp.subcimaging.com/docs/SubC_Underwater_Photography_Guide.pdf SubC products are designed to run in water. There is built-in thermal protection in our equipment, however, we cannot guarantee performance in air.
  • Page 6 Packaging & Quickstart Guides...
  • Page 7 PM: CC Rayfin Benthic Packaging and QA Updated: Production: JMH 2021-12-14 Included with your Rayfin shipment: 1. Rayfin Benthic 6000m Titanium camera 2. Component compartment: High-pressure dummy plugs for camera Aux0 & Aux1 bulkheads DBH13F test whip bench testing the camera and downloading offline AC cable (matching your region) and AC-DC power supply (24VDC)] Cat5e Ethernet cable 3.
  • Page 8 PM: CC Updated: Rayfin HDE: Ethernet Quickstart Production: JMH Software: AR 2021-08-09 Bench Testing the Camera Ensure software is installed by following Software Install instructions. Required Components Plug the 13-pin interface cable into camera. Rayfin Interface cable Connect Interface Cable to the network or a router with DHCP. The Windows PC or tablet has to be on the same network as the Rayfin.
  • Page 9 Immediately after powering on the Rayfin camera, the bootup screen should be Cat5e Ethernet cable AC cable visible on the HD-SDI monitor. It will say “RAYFIN”. A few seconds later it will show HD-SDI cable the SubC logo followed by live video.
  • Page 10 PM: CC Rayfin Coastal Packaging and QA Updated: Production: JMH 2021-12-14 Included with your Rayfin shipment: 1. Rayfin Coastal 500m camera 2. Boost-Power Communication (BPC) Unit 3. Component compartment: High-pressure dummy plugs for camera Aux0 & Aux1 bulkheads MCIL2F BPC Test Cable for bench testing camera and downloading AC cable (matching your region) and AC-DC power supply (24VDC) IP67 Rated Ethernet cable...
  • Page 11 PM: CC Rayfin Coastal BPC Quickstart Updated: Mechanical: BL Production: JMH 2021-08-09 PC or laptop (for control) Required Components SubC Rayfin SubC BPC Unit MCIL2F BPC Test Cable Coastal Router or Windows PC AC-DC power supply w/ IP67 rated Ethernet cable network Buccaneer connector AC cable...
  • Page 12 TW: ADR BPC Unit Mounting Guide Updated: Mechanical: BL Production: JMH 2021-03-12 PM: CC Installation Orientation #1 Orientation #2 Instructions: 117.83mm 172.5mm - 193.3mm Place the mounting feet in one of the two available orientations. The feet can be adjusted slightly before tightening depending on the desired spacing.
  • Page 13 Router or network PC or laptop Upon powering on the camera, the bootup screen should be visible on the HDMI monitor. It will say “RAYFIN”. A few seconds later it will show the SubC logo followed by live video. AC-DC power...

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting...

  • Page 15: Precautions And Limitations

    TW: ADR Precautions and Limitations Updated: PM: CC Software: AR 2022-02-08 Quality: AW Description Mitigation / Limitations Precaution: The MantaRay laser pulses once when the camera boots up. It should SubC lasers are Class 3B. When powering up a camera with a laser connected, ensure you follow laser only stay on for 1 second.
  • Page 16 TW: ADR V3.0 Known Software Issues Updated: PM: CC Software: AR 2022-02-08 Quality: AW Description Mitigation / Limitations Occasionally on first connection to a Rayfin during a fresh To resolve the issue, disconnect and reconnect again. install or user session, it is possible that there will be no communication from the Rayfin software to the camera.
  • Page 17 PM: CC Troubleshooting Updated: Quality: AW 2020-10-07 Reviewing Stills and Video - Troubleshooting (Windows 10) If you click on the Gallery icon and receive the error Click Windows button message below, you must set up SMB 1.0 (Windows 10). Type Features This is required to interface with the Rayfin's storage Select Turn Windows features on or off...
  • Page 18 Software Install & Connect...

  • Page 19: Recommended Pc Specifications

    Software:AR Recommended PC Specifications Updated: Quality: AW PM: CC 2021-02-07 Component Recommend Specs Notes Operating System Windows 10 64-bit Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7. To update to Windows 11 is not supported but will be Windows 10 follow these instructions.

  • Page 20: Software Install

    Update if needed, Update Rayfin ROM or Firmware These steps are only necessary if receiving a software update from SubC Imaging. New cameras will have the latest firmware and ROM on delivery. Open Windows Explorer to C:\SubC Rayfin Control\ To update Firmware: Double-click “UpdateFirmware.bat”...

  • Page 21: Ethernet Connection

    PM: CC Ethernet Connection Updated: Software: AR Quality: AW 2021-02-09 When RCS launches, you should see the available Rayfin(s) in the top left-hand corner of your screen. Find your camera in the list Rayfin##### and click ( ##### being the serial number of the camera).
  • Page 22 TW: ADR Updated: Easy-to-Use Rayfin Software PM: CC 2021-12-22 Depth, Altitude*, Heading, Tilt and Roll data Strobe toggle Auto/manual exposure toggle Auto exposure value Shutter Speed ISO Value Auto/manual focus toggle Manual focus adjustment Temperature Disconnect Settings Gallery preview Zoom control Record Capture still Focus reticle...

  • Page 23: Networking Modes

    Software: MM Networking Modes Updated: Quality: AW PM: CC 2021-11-24 The Rayfin can be configured and used in three networking modes: Example configuration: Rayfin -> 192.168.10.10 with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0 1. DHCP (default) PC -> 192.168.10.5 with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0 Router ->...
  • Page 24 2022-02-02 Updated Feature PM: CC TW: ADR NETWORKING Software: AR Quality: AW STATIC IP CONFIGURE STATIC IP Enter the IP address. Double check that the IP address matches your system. The Gateway: A gateway is a hardware device that acts as a "gate" between two networks.

  • Page 25: Serial Communication

    PM: CC Serial Communication Updated: Software: AR Quality: AW 2020-11-03 To set up serial communication, first configure your Aux port as a Serial Controller. This can be done by first connecting the camera over Ethernet on your bench setup. A Rayfin Aux Serial Controller defaults to 9600 baud.
  • Page 26 TW: ADR Video Inputs & Ethernet Stream Updated: Software: AR Quality: AW 2021-07-30 PM: CC Video The Rayfin Control Software (RCS) can accept hardware video via capture cards that are installed on the PC running the software. ● It will auto-detect with some capture devices ●...
  • Page 27 PM: CC Hardware Video Output Updated: Software: AR Quality: AW 2021-11-23 The Aspect Ratio of the camera can be set to Auto where it will switch between 4:3 and 16:9 when The Rayfin is available in following hardware video output. recording is started.
  • Page 28 Rayfin Features...
  • Page 29 PM: CC Recording HD, 4K and SD Video Updated: TW: ADR Software: AR 2022-01-10 Quality: AW Name: If a video file has a duplicate name, the software will append a _1, _2, etc., to the end of the filename. A red border will appear if an invalid name has been entered. Clients commonly use time tags for unique file names.
  • Page 30 PM: CC Taking Digital Stills Updated: TW: ADR Software: AR 2022-01-11 Quality: AW Name: Choose a descriptive name for your images. You can use the same name for multiple stills; no stills will be overwritten. The software will append a _1, _2, etc., to the end of the name. Directory: Customize directories to easily store and separate your inspections.
  • Page 31 PM: CC Continuous Stills and JPEG Quality Updated: TW: ADR Software: AR 2022-01-06 Quality: AW Directory: Enter the directory where the continuous stills are stored. Tags can be used in this directory. Continuous stills record with auto naming ${yyyy}-${MM}-${dd} - ${hh}${mm}${ss}.${ff} Image Format: If set to Jpeg, adjust the quality to change the compression.
  • Page 32 PM: CC Exposure and Lighting Updated: Software: AR Quality: AW 2021-02-23 STROBE Enable and Compensation Brightness Controls When you turn on the strobe (lighting bolt icon), the Strobe Click on the lantern icon to turn on the lamp. Use the slider to Compensation feature will appear.

  • Page 33: White Balance

    PM: CC White Balance Updated: Quality: AW 2020-11-03 PRESETS Step 2: Name your preset and click the green CREATE/SAVE PRESETS checkmark to save present or the red x The Rayfin comes preloaded with to delete You can also create your own several white balance settings.
  • Page 34 PM: CC Download Video, Stills and Data Updated: Software: AR Quality: AW 2021-06-22 Record and view video tutorial If you receive a Windows error: Refer to Reviewing Stills and Video - Troubleshooting section of ● GALLERY: View videos and/or images the manual.

  • Page 35: Network Attached Storage (Nas)

    PM: CC Network Attached Storage (NAS) Updated: Software: AR Quality: AW 2021-10-27 NAS allows you to connect to external storage. It currently supports Network File System (NFS v3) and has been tested on an NFS share that is hosted on Linux (Ubuntu 16.04). If you are having trouble connecting to a NAS device, check: https:/ /ftp.subcimaging.com/docs/Rayfin/Rayfin_Troubleshoot.NAS.Connections.pdf If the NAS is offline, the Rayfin will automatically store to the internal SSD.

  • Page 36: Nmea Data Logging

    PM: CC Updated: NMEA Data Logging Updated: Software: AR Quality: AW 2021-06-23 The camera can log NMEA data, with time-stamp, from other sensors. NMEA formatted data can be sent to the camera via Serial or Ethernet via TCP or UDP port: 8889 OR RS-485 on Aux0 and Aux1.
  • Page 37 PM: CC Data Input and EXIF Updated: TW: ADR Software: AR 2021-11-23 Quality: AW The Rayfin has the option of getting external data and storing a collection of information from that unit (e.g: GPS module/device connected via serial). The information is stored in the “\Media\Data” folder in the form of an .csv file. The fileshare is available from the Gallery.
  • Page 38 PM: CC Updated: NMEA Data Logging Updated: TW: ADR Software: AR 2022-01-10 Quality: AW Data Logging Data logging will not start by default. It is started from the data logging control panel or API. ● The logging frequency is 1Hz. The Orientation changes the heading, tilt and roll output based on how the camera is oriented.
  • Page 39 2022-02-04 Updated Feature PM: CC TW: ADR TIME & LOCALE Software: AR Quality: AW SETTINGS CLOCK MODE Select between Auto and Manual Auto will allow you to configure a time zone and an NTP server. Manual will set the Rayfin to use the current timezone, date and time used by the Windows PC that Rayfin Control Software is running on.
  • Page 40 PM: CC Controlling devices from Aux Ports Updated: Software: AR Quality: AW 2021-06-23 Available devices are listed at the bottom of the screen under Available Device Types and Available Input Types. Select the device you would like to configure and drag it to the Aux0 or Aux1 slot.

  • Page 41: Advanced Panel

    Updated: Software: AR Quality: AW 2020-11-13 REBOOT RAYFIN BUTTON This soft-restarts the camera (i.e, it can be rebooted without removing power). COMMUNICATION PREVIEW Displays the API communication between the RCS and the camera. The communication details will store a history of 200 lines. Once it reaches 200 lines, it will begin clearing the oldest one first.
  • Page 42 PM: CC Updated: Real-time Image Enhancement TW: ADR 2020-04-21 The real-time image enhancement feature is ideal for water conditions with poor visibility. This built-in tool helps operators get the job done quickly and efficiently by allowing them to clearly see the enhanced live video. Image enhancement lives in the PC software and is real-time.
  • Page 43 Scripting and API Automated functions utilizing the Rayfin API ● Creating script files that the Rayfin executes ●...
  • Page 44 Autonomous Scripting with SubC API The Rayfin supports the ability to write scripting files to program your camera to perform complex tasks. Scripts are written in the Rayfin Scripting Language (RSL) which utilizes SubC's Rayfin API. Flexible, real-time programs can be created that utilize all of the camera’s features.
  • Page 45 PM: CC Quick Start for Scripting Updated: TW: ADR Software: AR 2022-01-10 There are example scripts pre-loaded onto your camera that you can use. These can be used as a starting point for programming your own script. Refer to the following pages in the manual on how to use the commands and functions.
  • Page 46 PM: CC Rayfin Scripting API Updated: Software: MM Quality: AW 2022-01-04 TW: ADR EXAMPLES Video Exposure Settings EXAMPLES Preset:UHD30 (4K/30p) FHD30 (1080/30p) AutoExposure sets exposure to Auto Encoder:H265 H264 ManualExposure sets exposure to Manual / / Record for 1 minute Bitrate:# (1-100) Mbps MP4 video encoding rate ExposureValue:#...
  • Page 47 PM: CC Rayfin Scripting API Updated: Software: AR Quality: AW 2022-01-18 TW: ADR EXAMPLES Data Logging Timing Functions EXAMPLES Altitude gets the altitude if sensor connected All commands have a 1000ms parsing time which / / Switch to auto exposure and take 10 pictures 1 Depth gets the depth if sensor connected should be accounted for in your timing.
  • Page 48 Software: AR Rayfin REST API Updated: Quality: AW 2022-01-18 REST API base address: http://{camera_IP_Address}:8080/api Request Address Verb Request Body Body Example Return Body Example /network/enabledhcp none /network/enablestatic Post List of string values: "IPAddress": "192.168.2.228", IPAddress, "SubnetMask": "255.255.255.0", SubnetMask, Gateway, "Gateway": "192.168.2.1", DNS1, "DNS1": "8.8.8.8",...
  • Page 49 Software: AR Rayfin REST API Updated: Quality: AW 2022-02-07 REST API base address: http://{camera_IP_Address}:8080/api Request Address Verb Request Body Body Example Return Body Example /rtsp/resolutions none "3840x2160", "1920x1080", "1280x720", "640x360" /rtsp/update Post List of string values: StreamingBitrate, "StreamingBitrate": "10000", StreamingResolution "StreamingResolution": "1920x1080"...
  • Page 50 UHDF: 4K and HD over Fiber Optics...
  • Page 51 UHDF Cameras (Ultra HD over Fiber Optics) Updated: 2021-03-08 SubC cameras are available with a live 4K over singlemode fiber optic video output. This is the UHDF model. SubC has 2 different cameras that are available in UHDF. This guide is intended to help simplify the process of selecting a SubC UHDF camera and upgrading your system to live 4K or HD video.
  • Page 52 Production: JMH UHDF: Topside Considerations Updated: PM: CC 2021-10-22 SubC UHDF cameras come standard with the following: Fiber-to-HDMI 2.0b Tx and Rx pairs of the camera are tested for a 20dB signal strength ● 1270nm and 1330nm wavelength SFPs are standard ●...
  • Page 53 PM: CC UHDF: Optical Bulkheads and Cabling Updated: 2021-10-25 Optolink Bulkhead Subsea fiber optic bulkhead and cable considerations SubC’s standard UHDF bulkhead is Subconn OptoLink Single-Fibre Titanium. It is 6000m rated. All other bulkheads are special order and may be subject to NRE. The fiber optic cable end will match the camera bulkhead.
  • Page 54 Rayfin Benthic Datasheets Available on your USB key or at the following link: Rayfin Mk2: https:/ /ftp.subcimaging.com/docs/datasheets/rayfin/SubC_Rayfin_Mk2_Datasheets.pdf Rayfin Mk1: https:/ /ftp.subcimaging.com/docs/datasheets/rayfin/SubC_Rayfin_Mk1_Datasheets.pdf...
  • Page 55 Rayfin Coastal Datasheets Available on your USB key or at the following link: Rayfin Mk2: https:/ /ftp.subcimaging.com/docs/datasheets/rayfin/SubC_Rayfin_Mk2_Datasheets.pdf#page=7 Rayfin Mk1: https:/ /ftp.subcimaging.com/docs/datasheets/rayfin/SubC_Rayfin_Mk1_Datasheets.pdf#page=7...
  • Page 56 UltraOptics Specifications https://ftp.subcimaging.com/docs/datasheets/rayfin/SubC_Rayfin_UltraOptics.pdf...
  • Page 57 PM: CC Temperature Throttling Updated: 2021-05-07 In high temperature environments (>25C), the CPU ● will throttle its frequency (as shown in graph). If operated in water temperature of 30C, SubC ● recommends to strobe (x2) LEDs at a maximum frequency of 2Hz for prolonged operation. If the CPU temperature exceeds the safe level ●...
  • Page 58 PM: CC Electrical Power Profile Updated: 2021-02-15 Test setup 1: No LED connected. Ethernet control. Video over composite Example of peak vs average power: Condition Average Power (W) Peak Power (W) Peak Current (A) @ 24v Idle 7.80 0.38 Recording 7.91 13.56 0.565...
  • Page 59 2022-02-07 PM: CC Spectral Sensitivity Characteristic Mk2: IMX378 Sensor Specifications Sensor Type: Back-illuminated Exmor RS™ CMOS Sensor size: Type 1/2.3" - 7564 x 5497 µm Shutter: Rolling Pixel count: 12.3MP Image Sensor Characteristics (30 frame/s, Tj = 60 ̊ C ) RAW bit depth: 12-bit colour Aspect ratio: 4:3 Resolution: 4056 x 3040 pixels...
  • Page 60 2022-02-07 PM: CC Spectral Sensitivity Characteristic Mk1: IMX230 Sensor Specifications Sensor Type: Back-illuminated Exmor RS™ CMOS Sensor size: Type 1/2.4" - 7216 x 5.497 µm Shutter: Rolling Pixel count: 21MP Image Sensor Characteristics (24 frame/s, Tj = 60 ̊ C ) RAW bit depth: 10-bit colour Aspect ratio: 4:3 Resolution: 5344 x 4016 pixels...

  • Page 61: Optional Functionality

    Optional Functionality...
  • Page 62 Expansion Output Option Ethernet Circuit Breaker with Fault Detection This option turns the camera into an Ethernet mux for four devices and a Resettable Circuit Breaker with fault detection. For protection, there is a current limit of 2.5A per port. It will also detect under-voltage, over-voltage, short circuits and generate a resettable fault.
  • Page 63 PM: CC Expansion Input Option Updated: Quality: AW 2020-11-13 Custom Analog Voltage Triggered Controls **This option is chosen at time of purchase. The Input Expansion Board allows tristate or single-ended voltages, such as +12V or +-24V, to be utilized from underwater systems to control camera functions. Common functions include ZoomIn/ZoomOut, TakeStill, and StartRecording/StopRecording.
  • Page 64 PM: CC Control ROS Pan & Tilt from Aux Port Updated: Software: AR Quality: AW 2021-01-25 Under the Aux Devices tab, connect to Remote Once connected, the pan-tilt icon will appear on the left-hand side of the main Ocean Systems (ROS) Pan & Tilt. screen.
  • Page 65 PM: CC Control Kongsberg Pan & Tilt from Aux Updated: Software: AR Quality: AW 2021-01-25 Under the Aux Devices tab: Once connected, the pan-tilt icon will appear on the left-hand side of the Connect to Kongsberg Pan & Tilt main screen. ●...
  • Page 66 CONTACT SUBC IMAGING As leaders in our field, our goal is to provide complete imaging solutions to the subsea professionals. Our first step is always a simple conversation about the nature of your project and how our solutions can help you achieve success.

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