Computer

The computer provides the hardware and operating system platform for VideoRay ROV control software and image and video editing and production.

For information about using the computer in general, see the instructions that came with it.

The computer is mounted to the Operator Control Console by a clamp. To remove the computer from the Operator Control Console, loosen the yellow knob behind the computer until the computer can be pushed back enough to lift the front of the computer from the front clamp. Reverse the process to install the computer.

VideoRay does not recommend installing additional hardware or software on the computer unless you are familiar with its operation and confident it will not interfere with the VideoRay Cockpit control software or the computer's ports. Software that is packaged with VideoRay accessories has been tested and is approved for use.

The computer includes the following connections :

CONNECTION	TYPE	FUNCTION
Power	Manufacturer Standard	Used to connect the computer to a power source. The Operator Control Console includes two unswitched GFCI protected IEC female power outlets. One of these is available for dedicated use for the computer.
USB	Type A female	Can be used to connect USB devices to the computer.
USB / eSATA	Type A female	Can be used to connect USB or eSATA devices to the computer. Not all supported computers are equipped with this connection.
Ethernet	RJ-45 female	Can be used to connect the computer to a network, or the Operator Control Console for Ethernet based accessories.
Serial Port	DB-9 male	Can be used to connect the computer to RS-232 serial devices. Not all supported computers are equipped with this connection.
VGA Out	DB-15 female	Provides a VGA video signal. Can be used to connect the computer to an external monitor.
Display Port	Display Port Female	Provides an HD video signal. This can be used to connect the computer to an external monitor.

Computer specifications are subject to change without notice.