Mission Specialist Glossary / Index
After each entry, there is a list of pages where the entry can be found in this manual.
Accelerometer - A device used to measure acceleration - used to determine pitch and roll of the ROV
Accessory - An optional device that can be used with the VideoRay system to augment its features and capabilities
Defender Frame,
ROV Connections,
Switches and Connections,
Tether,
Accessories,
On-site Operations,
Auto Altitude,
Low Visibility
Accessory Port - ROV connection for ROV mounted accessories that provides access to power and data circuits
Accessories
Acoustic - Using sound as a method of communicating underwater - often used to measure distance
ROV GPS,
DVL
Altitude - The height of the ROV off of the bottom
Piloting Tools,
Auto Altitude
Artificial Horizon - See Attitude Indicator
Attitude Indicator - Instrument that provides an indication of the pitch and roll of the ROV
ATW - (Automatic White Balance) color corrects an image - See also White Balance
Auto Altitude - Control Feature that maintains the altitude of the ROV at a constant value
Piloting Tools,
Auto Altitude
Auto Depth - Control Feature that maintains the depth of the ROV at a constant value
Piloting Tools,
Auto Depth,
Auto Altitude
Auto Heading - Control Feature that maintains the heading (compass direction) of the ROV at a constant value
Piloting Tools,
Auto Heading
Auto Pitch - Control Feature that maintains the pitch of the ROV at a constant value
Rotating Manipulator,
Piloting Tools
Auto Roll - Control Feature that maintains the roll of the ROV at a constant value
Ballast - Weights used to decrease buoyancy of the ROV to achieve desired buoyancy
Defender Buoyancy,
Defender Ballast,
Included Accessories,
Confined Spaces
Buoyancy - The tendency to float, sink or remain at a constant depth
Defender Buoyancy,
Defender Ballast,
Tether Specifications,
Tether Management
Camera - The camera provides a video image from the ROV
Camera Module,
ROV Submersible,
Camera Module,
Camera Tilt Up,
Camera Tilt Down,
Camera Focus In,
Camera Focus Out,
Snapshot,
Video Record,
Camera Tilt Up,
Camera Tilt Down,
Camera Focus In,
Camera Focus Out,
Snapshot,
Video Record,
VideoRay Interface Overview,
Updating Firmware,
Command: vr_enum,
Command: vr_setid,
Command: vr_debug_putty,
Command: vr_create_virtport,
Snagged Tether / ROV,
General Logistics,
Image and Video Production,
Still Images,
Video Recording,
Piloting Tactics,
Low Visibility,
Camera Module
Camera Focus - Method to control image focus or the current state of image focus
Camera Focus In,
Camera Focus Out,
Camera Focus In,
Camera Focus Out
Camera Tilt - Method to control the vertical angle of the camera or the current state of camera tilt
Camera Tilt Up,
Camera Tilt Down,
Camera Tilt Up,
Camera Tilt Down
Celsius - Unit of measure of temperature
Checklist - Method to ensure all operations are completed as planned or functions perform as expected
Mission Planning,
Piloting Tools
Close - The Close button exits ROV Control Software
Manipulator Close,
Manipulator Close,
VideoRay Interface Overview,
Deployment Platforms,
Confined Spaces,
Communications Module,
Thruster Module,
LED Light Module
Compass - Instrument that provides an indication of the heading of the ROV
AHRS Module,
DVL,
Auto Heading
Compatibility - The state or being able to work together
System Voltage Advisory,
Hand Controller,
Environmental Compatibility,
Potable Water,
Contaminated Water
Computer - Primary topside component required to run the ROV control software
Customize this Document,
User Control Console,
Switches and Connections,
Computer,
HD Monitor,
VideoRay Industrial Controller,
VideoRay IP65 Controller,
Accessories,
Included Accessories,
General Logistics,
Project Completion,
Still Images,
Video Recording,
Cold Weather Operations,
Hot Weather Operations
User Control Console - The surface component that provides power and communications with the ROV
User Control Console,
Safety Circuits,
Switches and Connections,
Computer,
Connections Summary,
Software Guide
Current - The flow of water or electricity
Communications Module,
Thruster Module,
LED Light Module,
Manipulator Specifications,
Safety Circuits,
Image and Video Production,
Still Images,
Video Recording,
Tether Management,
Potable Water,
Auto Heading,
Auto Depth,
Auto Altitude,
Piloting Tactics,
Swift Current,
Power Module,
Communications Module,
AHRS Module,
Camera Module
Customization - The ability to change the operation or behavior of the system to make it more suitable for specific applications
Accessories
Cutter - An optional ROV mounted device for cutting objects
Accessories
Data Export - Allows data from the ROV to be exported to external applications
Data Import - Allows data from external applications or sensors to be displayed on the video as overlay text
Date - Calendar Date
Customize this Document,
Product FAQ,
Specifications,
Snapshot,
Video Record,
Snapshot,
Video Record,
Accessories,
DVL,
Command: vr_refresh,
Updating Firmware,
Still Images,
Video Recording
Depth - Vertical location of the ROV within the water measured from the surface
Power Module,
Communications Module,
AHRS Module,
Thruster Module,
Camera Module,
LED Light Module,
Manipulator Specifications,
ROV Nomenclature,
AHRS Module,
Depth Control,
Depth Control,
Acceptable Use,
Piloting Tools,
Auto Modes
,
Auto Depth,
Auto Altitude,
Low Visibility,
Swift Current,
Deep Water
Depth Control Knob - Method of controlling the depth of the ROV
Depth Control,
Depth Control,
Auto Depth,
Auto Altitude
Depth Gauge - Display that indicates the current depth of the ROV
Auto Depth,
Auto Altitude
Depth Rating - Maximum depth for operation of the ROV
Power Module,
Communications Module,
AHRS Module,
Thruster Module,
Camera Module,
LED Light Module,
Manipulator Specifications,
Acceptable Use
Diagnostics - Method for identifying the cause of a problem
Command: vr_refresh,
Command: vr_enum,
Loss of ROV Function(s),
Piloting Tools
Edit - The process of modifying data
Customize this Document,
Computer,
Image and Video Production
Ethernet - Data Protocol and connector style
Communications Module,
AHRS Module,
Camera Module,
Switches and Connections,
Computer,
Command: vr_create_virtport
Export - Method to communicate data from the ROV to other systems
Factory Default - Initial state of a variety of parameters
Fahrenheit - Unit of measure of temperature
Fault - Indication of a problem
Customize this Document,
User Control Console,
Safety Circuits,
Command: vr_refresh,
Updating Firmware,
Command: vr_enum,
Command: vr_setid,
Command: vr_debug_putty,
Communications Module
Feet - Unit of measure of length or distance
Power Module,
Communications Module,
AHRS Module,
Thruster Module,
Camera Module,
LED Light Module,
Manipulator Specifications,
Tether Specifications,
Tether Management
Firmware - Software that resides on the ROV modules
Software Guide,
Folder Structure,
Module Configuration,
Configuration Commands,
Command: vr_refresh,
Updating Firmware
Float Block - Required ROV component used to increase buoyancy of the ROV - counteracted by ballast to achieve desired buoyancy
Defender Buoyancy,
ROV GPS,
Power Module,
Communications Module,
AHRS Module,
Thruster Module,
Camera Module,
LED Light Module
Gain - Setting to control the level of some parameter
Video Record,
Video Record,
Contaminated Water,
Piloting Tools,
Auto Heading,
Auto Depth,
Auto Altitude,
Low Visibility,
Swift Current,
Communications Module,
Thruster Module,
LED Light Module
Generator - AC power source that typically runs on gasoline or diesel fuel
System Voltage Advisory,
User Control Console,
Accessories,
Mission Support Accessories,
General Logistics,
Deployment Platforms
GFCI - (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) A safety circuit
Safety First,
User Control Console,
Safety Circuits,
Computer,
Loss of ROV Function(s)
GPS - (Geographic Positioning System) Device that provides location
ROV GPS Specifications ,
ROV GPS,
Piloting Tools
Hand Controller - Input device to control the ROV's operation
Hand Controller,
VideoRay Industrial Controller,
VideoRay IP65 Controller,
Connections Summary,
Rotating Manipulator,
Still Images,
Video Recording
Heading - The compass direction the ROV is facing
Customize this Document,
AHRS Module,
Piloting Tools,
Auto Modes
,
Auto Heading
Help - Information intended to provide assistance
System Voltage Advisory,
Defender Ballast,
Mission Support Accessories,
Command: vr_refresh,
Command: vr_enum,
Command: vr_setid,
Command: vr_debug_putty,
Acceptable Use,
Emergency Situations,
Snagged Tether / ROV,
Project Management,
General Logistics,
On-site Operations,
Piloting,
Piloting Tactics,
Low Visibility
Humidity - Qualitative measure of the amount of moisture in the air
Camera Module
IEC - (International Electrotechnical Commission) Power cord connector standard
User Control Console,
Switches and Connections,
Computer
Import - Method to receive and process data from other systems
Flooded ROV / Component,
Snagged Tether / ROV,
Deployment Platforms,
Piloting Tools
Instrument - User Control Software interface feature to display information or control features
Auto Heading,
Auto Depth,
Auto Altitude
Inverter - AC power source that runs on battery
User Control Console,
Mission Support Accessories,
General Logistics,
Deployment Platforms
Joystick - Input device for controlling the surge and yaw of the ROV
Hand Controller,
Forward / Reverse Control,
Lateral Control,
Yaw Control,
Forward / Reverse Control,
Lateral Control,
Yaw Control,
Auto Modes
,
Auto Heading,
Auto Depth,
Auto Altitude
Lens - Camera element used to capture and focus light to create an image
Lights - ROV component that provides lights for scene illumination in dark areas
ROV Submersible,
Power Module,
Thruster Module,
Light Module,
ROV Connections,
Lights Intensity,
Lights Intensity,
Module Configuration,
General Logistics,
Image and Video Production
LIM - (Line Insulation Monitor) A safety circuit
System Voltage Advisory,
User Control Console,
Safety Circuits,
Switches and Connections,
Loss of ROV Function(s)
Main Dome - Protective covering over the camera
Contaminated Water
Manipulator - An optional ROV mounted device for grabbing objects
Manipulator Specifications,
Manipulator Open,
Manipulator Close,
Manipulator Rotate,
Manipulator Open,
Manipulator Close,
Manipulator Rotate,
Accessories,
Rotating Manipulator,
VideoRay Interface Overview,
Snagged Tether / ROV,
Deep Water,
Communications Module
Meter - Unit of measure of length or distance
Power Module,
Communications Module,
AHRS Module,
Thruster Module,
Camera Module,
LED Light Module,
Manipulator Specifications,
ROV Submersible,
Tether,
Tether Specifications,
Module Configuration,
Tether Management,
Auto Altitude,
Swift Current,
Deep Water,
Communications Module,
Thruster Module,
LED Light Module
Mission Planning - A method to prepare for a successful ROV operation
Project Management,
Mission Planning
Monitor - Device used for the display of the video or computer image
Safety First,
Communications Module,
System Voltage Advisory,
User Control Console,
Safety Circuits,
Switches and Connections,
Computer,
HD Monitor,
Included Accessories,
General Logistics,
On-site Operations,
Cold Weather Operations,
Auto Modes
My_Note - Feature of the documentation that allows users to add personal notes to the online pages
Customize this Document
Negative - A state of buoyancy in which the ROV will sink and a type of tether
System Voltage Advisory,
Tether,
Tether Specifications,
Tether Management,
Swift Current,
Deep Water
Neutral - A state of buoyancy in which the ROV will maintain it's vertical location and a type of tether
System Voltage Advisory,
Defender Buoyancy,
Tether,
Tether Specifications,
Tether Management,
Auto Modes
,
Deep Water,
Confined Spaces
O-Ring - Sealing device
Included Accessories
Opaque - Unable to see through
Auto Heading,
Auto Depth,
Auto Altitude
Overlay - Text or logo superimposed on the video
Still Images,
Video Recording,
Piloting Tools,
Auto Heading,
Auto Depth,
Auto Altitude
Pitch - The nose-up or nose-down attitude or motion of the ROV
AHRS Module,
ROV Nomenclature,
Defender Ballast,
Thruster Module,
Pitch Up,
Pitch Down,
Pitch / Roll Reset,
Pitch Up,
Pitch Down,
Pitch / Roll Reset,
Rotating Manipulator,
Module Configuration,
Piloting Tools,
Deep Water
Positive - A state of buoyancy in which the ROV will float and a type of tether
ROV Nomenclature,
Defender Ballast
PPT - (Professional Performance Tether) A type of tether
System Voltage Advisory,
Tether,
Tether Management
Pressure Sensor - A device to measure pressure - used to calculate ROV depth
AHRS Module,
Auto Depth
Propeller - ROV component with pitched blades that generate thrust when rotated
Safety First,
Thruster Module,
Thruster Module,
Included Accessories,
On-site Operations,
Tether Management,
Thruster Module
Record - Command to initiate video capture to a storage media
ROV Submersible,
Snapshot,
Video Record,
Snapshot,
Video Record,
VideoRay Interface Overview,
Folder Structure,
On-site Operations,
Image and Video Production,
Still Images,
Video Recording
Remotely Operated Vehicle - The underwater vehicle
RJ-45 - A connector Style with 8 contacts commonly used for Ethernet connections
Switches and Connections,
Computer
Roll - The left or right leaning attitude or motion of the ROV
Customize this Document,
Thruster Module,
Pitch / Roll Reset,
Pitch / Roll Reset,
Module Configuration
ROV - See Remotely Operated Vehicle
Safety First,
Post-Dive Operations,
ROV System Specifications,
ROV Modules Specifications,
ROV Accessories Specifications,
ROV GPS Specifications ,
System Voltage Advisory,
ROV Submersible,
ROV Nomenclature,
Defender Buoyancy,
ROV Connections,
Tether Strain Relief,
User Control Console,
Safety Circuits,
Switches and Connections,
Computer,
Hand Controller,
Forward / Reverse Control,
Lateral Control,
Yaw Control,
Depth Control,
Forward / Reverse Control,
Lateral Control,
Yaw Control,
Depth Control,
Tether,
Tether Specifications,
Connections Summary,
Accessories,
ROV GPS,
DVL,
Software Guide,
General Operations Guide,
Acceptable Use,
Emergency Situations,
Flooded ROV / Component,
Snagged Tether / ROV,
Cut Tether,
Loss of ROV Function(s),
Project Management,
Mission Planning,
General Logistics,
On-site Operations,
Universal Practices,
Deployment Platforms,
Tether Management,
Hot Weather Operations,
Potable Water,
Contaminated Water,
Piloting,
Piloting Tools,
Auto Heading,
Auto Depth,
Auto Altitude,
Piloting Tactics,
Low Visibility,
Swift Current,
Deep Water,
Confined Spaces
RS-485 - Data Protocol
Communications Module,
AHRS Module,
Thruster Module,
LED Light Module,
Power Module,
Communications Module,
AHRS Module,
Thruster Module,
Camera Module,
Light Module,
ROV Connections,
Tether Specifications,
Configuration Commands,
Command: vr_create_virtport
Safety - State of, or application of, safe practices
Safety First,
User Control Console,
Safety Circuits,
Mission Planning,
General Logistics
SDK - (Software Developer's Kit) A program and a set of software libraries and utilities to aid custom program development
Sensitivity - The amount of output based on a specific level of input, particularly for the joystick
Sensor - An instrument for measuring a specific property of an object or the environment
Communications Module,
AHRS Module,
Thruster Module,
Camera Module,
LED Light Module,
ROV Submersible,
Power Module,
Communications Module,
AHRS Module,
Accessories,
Included Accessories,
Updating Firmware,
Piloting,
Piloting Tools,
Auto Depth
Settings - The values of specific controls or parameters, or the ability to manage these
Customize this Document,
System Voltage Advisory,
Data Management,
Auto Heading,
Thruster Module,
LED Light Module
Skid - The base of the ROV and often used to mount accessories
Snagged Tether / ROV
Software Developer's Kit - See SDK
Snapshot - A still image captured from the video image
Snapshot,
Video Record,
Snapshot,
Video Record,
Image and Video Production,
Still Images,
Video Recording
Strain Relief - An ROV and tether component that reduces the load on tether connections
Tether Strain Relief,
Tether,
Tether Specifications,
Connections Summary
Sun Shade - Device used to shade the display for better visibility in direct sunlight
Included Accessories
Surge - The forward and backward motion of the ROV
ROV Nomenclature
TDS - (Tether Deployment System) A reel for storing tether
System Voltage Advisory,
Tether Management
Temperature - Qualitative measure of hot or cold
Thruster Module,
Camera Module,
LED Light Module,
Computer,
Module Configuration,
Special Situations,
Cold Weather Operations,
Hot Weather Operations
Tether - The cable that connects the ROV to the User Control Console
Safety First,
Power Module,
System Voltage Advisory,
Power Module,
ROV Connections,
Tether Strain Relief,
User Control Console,
Safety Circuits,
Switches and Connections,
Tether,
Tether Specifications,
Connections Summary,
Accessories,
ROV GPS,
Mission Support Accessories,
Snagged Tether / ROV,
Cut Tether,
Loss of ROV Function(s),
Mission Planning,
On-site Operations,
Deployment Platforms,
Tether Management,
Potable Water,
Contaminated Water,
Piloting Tactics,
Swift Current,
Deep Water,
Confined Spaces
Tether Deployment System - See TDS
Text Overlay - Ability to superimpose text over a video image
Still Images,
Video Recording,
Piloting Tools,
Auto Heading,
Auto Depth,
Auto Altitude
Third Axis - Rotational motion of the joystick - can be used as an alternate control method of the joystick
Thruster - ROV propulsion system including a motor and propeller
Power Module,
Thruster Module,
ROV Submersible,
Power Module,
Thruster Module,
Light Module,
ROV Connections,
Forward / Reverse Control,
Lateral Control,
Yaw Control,
Depth Control,
Forward / Reverse Control,
Lateral Control,
Yaw Control,
Depth Control,
VideoRay Interface Overview,
Module Configuration,
Updating Firmware,
Command: vr_enum,
Command: vr_setid,
Command: vr_debug_putty,
Potable Water,
Piloting Tools,
Auto Heading,
Auto Depth,
Auto Altitude,
Deep Water,
Power Module,
Thruster Module,
LED Light Module
Thruster Nozzle - Shroud around the propeller
Tilt Arm - User Control Console component to adjust the angle of the optional second monitor
User Control Console
Transparent - Ability to see through
ROV Connections,
Hand Controller,
VideoRay Industrial Controller,
Forward / Reverse Control,
Lateral Control,
Yaw Control,
Depth Control,
Pitch Up,
Pitch Down,
Pitch / Roll Reset,
Autos Off,
Lights Intensity,
Camera Tilt Up,
Camera Tilt Down,
Camera Focus In,
Camera Focus Out,
Snapshot,
Video Record,
Manipulator Open,
Manipulator Close,
Manipulator Rotate,
VideoRay IP65 Controller,
Forward / Reverse Control,
Lateral Control,
Yaw Control,
Depth Control,
Pitch Up,
Pitch Down,
Pitch / Roll Reset,
Lights Intensity,
Camera Tilt Up,
Camera Tilt Down,
Camera Focus In,
Camera Focus Out,
Snapshot,
Video Record,
Manipulator Open,
Manipulator Close,
Manipulator Rotate,
Auto Heading,
Auto Depth,
Auto Altitude
Turns Indicator - An instrument that keeps track of the number of rotations of the ROV about its vertical axis and provides information on which direction to turn to unwind the tether
Umbilical - See also Tether
Potable Water
Upgrade - A newer version or the process of installing a newer version
USB - (Universal Serial Bus) Data protocol and connector style
Switches and Connections,
Computer,
VideoRay Industrial Controller,
VideoRay IP65 Controller,
Connections Summary,
ROV GPS,
DVL,
Command: vr_refresh,
Command: vr_enum,
Command: vr_setid,
Command: vr_debug_putty
Video - In VideoRay context, the image from the ROV's camera or the ability to record this image
ROV Submersible,
Camera Module,
User Control Console,
Switches and Connections,
Computer,
Snapshot,
Video Record,
Snapshot,
Video Record,
Tether,
Tether Specifications,
Mission Support Accessories,
VideoRay Interface Overview,
Project Completion,
Image and Video Production,
Still Images,
Video Recording,
Piloting Tactics,
Low Visibility
Video Encoder - Defines a method of storing a video image within a file format
Video Window - Display component that displays the video image from the camera
Snapshot,
Video Record,
Snapshot,
Video Record,
VideoRay Interface Overview,
Image and Video Production,
Still Images,
Video Recording
Virtual COM Port - A software feature that allows two applications on the same computer to communicate without requiring physical ports
Visibility - Measure of the clarity of water
Camera Module,
Mission Planning,
On-site Operations,
Piloting Tactics,
Low Visibility
Whip - A short length of tether attached to the ROV or User Control console
Switches and Connections
White Balance - Camera feature to color correct images from the camera
Yaw - The left or right turning attitude or motion of the ROV
AHRS Module,
ROV Nomenclature,
Thruster Module,
Yaw Control,
Yaw Control
Zoom - Camera image magnification
Camera Module
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