Glossary / Index

After each entry, there is a list of sections 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

Product Overview, Sensors, Feature Updates

Accessory - An optional device that can be used with the VideoRay system to augment its features and capabilities

Pre-Dive Preparations, ROV Connections, Main Camera, Switches and Connections, Tether, Accessories, Optional Accessories, Integration Overview, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Accessory Instruments, Communications Status, Instrument Settings, HD Camera Settings, Software Updates, Application Integration, On-site Operations, Auto Altitude, Low Visibility, What's New, System Architecture, Feature Updates, Compatibility Issues

Accessory Port - ROV connection for ROV mounted accessories that provides access to power and data circuits

Pre-Dive Preparations, ROV Connections, Main Camera, Switches and Connections, Accessories, Integration Overview, Software Updates, System Architecture, Feature Updates, Compatibility Issues

Acoustic - Using sound as a method of communicating underwater - often used to measure distance

AGC - See Automatic Gain Control

Default Settings, Exposure

Altitude - The height of the ROV off of the bottom

(Pseudo) Altimeter, Piloting Tools, Auto Altitude

Analog Video Out - Video connector on the control panel for interfacing composite analog displays

Switches and Connections, Monitor, Connections Summary, Video Text Overlay, Access Images and Videos, Video Capture Settings

APIC - (Auxiliary Pair of Independent Conductors) Also called the Spare Pair (See AUX, AUX Port and Spare Pair)

ROV Connections, Main Camera, Switches and Connections, Camera Switch, Tether, Accessories, Integration Overview, Application Integration, System Architecture

Artificial Horizon - See Attitude Indicator

Compass

Attitude Indicator - Instrument that provides an indication of the pitch and roll of the ROV

Compass, Feature Updates

ATW - (Automatic White Balance) color corrects an image - See also White Balance

White Balance

Audio - In VideoRay context, the ability to record verbal annotation along with the video recording

Product FAQ, Video Window, Radiation Sensor, Video Capture and Display, Video Recording, Video Editing

Auto Depth - Control Feature that maintains the depth of the ROV at a constant value

Propulsion, Depth Control, Depth, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Piloting Tools, Auto Depth, Auto Altitude, System Architecture, Feature Updates

Auto Heading - Control Feature that maintains the heading (compass direction) of the ROV at a constant value

Propulsion, Joystick, Compass, Piloting Tools, Auto Heading, Feature Updates

Automatic Gain Control - Used to manage the intensity of the image - can be adjusted for lighter or darker images

Default Settings, Exposure

AUX - Circuit provided for accessories or custom applications (See APIC)

ROV Connections, Switches and Connections, Camera Switch, Tether, Accessories, Integration Overview, System Architecture, Compatibility Issues

AUX Port - Connector on the control panel that provides access to the AUX circuit (See APIC)

ROV Connections, Switches and Connections, Camera Switch, Accessories, Integration Overview

Back Light Compensation - Intentional overexposure to minimize the effects of a bright area in an image

Main Camera, Default Settings, Wide Dynamic Range, Image and Video Production

Ballast - Weights used to decrease buoyancy of the ROV to achieve desired buoyancy

Product Overview, Dive Operations, Product FAQ, Buoyancy, Included Accessories, Integration Overview, Confined Spaces, Feature Updates

Black and White - Image quality using black white or shades of gray only

Main Camera, Default Settings, Day & Night, Low Visibility, Feature Updates

BLC - See Back Light Compensation

Default Settings, Wide Dynamic Range

Buoyancy - The tendency to float, sink or remain at a constant depth

Dive Operations, Product FAQ, Buoyancy, Depth Control, Integration Overview, Tether Management, Custom Accessories

Bypass - The Bypass switch allows the system to be used in the event of a Line Insulation Monitor alarm state (See LIM)

Safety Circuits, Switches and Connections

Camera - The camera provides a video image from the ROV

Product Overview, System Components, Pre-Dive Preparations, Dive Operations, ROV, Main Camera, Main Lights, Sensors, Hand Controller, Camera Switch, Camera Tilt, Camera Focus, Lights, Snapshot, Record, Optional Accessories, Video Window, Digital On-Screen Graphic, Camera and Lights, Camera Menu, Default Settings, Lens, Exposure, White Balance, Wide Dynamic Range, Day & Night, Image, Special, Camera Title, Communication Adjust, Privacy, Position, Motion Detection, Display, Factory Default, Exit, Accessory Instruments, External Camera, HD Camera, Instrument Settings, HD Camera Settings, Video Capture Settings, Snagged Tether / ROV, General Logistics, Image and Video Production, Still Images, Video Recording, Piloting Tactics, Low Visibility, What's New, Feature Updates

Camera Focus - Method to control image focus or the current state of image focus

Pre-Dive Preparations, Dive Operations, Hand Controller, Camera Focus, Camera and Lights

Camera Menu - Method to control camera functions

Main Camera, Camera and Lights, Camera Menu, Default Settings, Lens, Exposure, White Balance, Wide Dynamic Range, Day & Night, Image, Special, Communication Adjust, Privacy, Motion Detection, Display, Factory Default, Exit, Video Capture Settings, Image and Video Production, Still Images, Video Recording

Camera Switch - Method to select whether the internal or external camera is active

Hand Controller, Camera Switch, Camera and Lights

Camera Tilt - Method to control the vertical angle of the camera or the current state of camera tilt

Pre-Dive Preparations, Hand Controller, Camera Tilt, Camera and Lights, Feature Updates

Cartridge Seal - Component used to lubricate the thruster shaft and seal it from water intrusion

Pre-Dive Preparations, Propulsion

Celsius - Unit of measure of temperature

Water Temperature, System of Measure

Checklist - Method to ensure all operations are completed as planned or functions perform as expected

Product Overview, Pre-Dive Preparations, Post-Dive Operations, Service Bay, Pre-Dive Checklist, Post-Dive Checklist, Scheduled Maintenance, Folder Structure, Mission Planning, Using Network Remote, Customization Guide, Custom Checklists

Close - The Close button exits VideoRay Cockpit

Dive Operations, Product FAQ, Panasonic Toughbook, Hand Controller, Manipulator/Cutter, Video Window, Instruments, Compass, Exit, Control Bar, Close VideoRay Cockpit, Data Import, Deployment Platforms, Confined Spaces

Color - Image quality that uses all colors

Main Camera, Digital On-Screen Graphic, Default Settings, White Balance, Day & Night, Advanced Video Settings, On-site Operations, Feature Updates

Compass - Instrument that provides an indication of the heading of the ROV

Product Overview, Sensors, Joystick, Compass, Status Information, Engine Room Controls, Compass Calibration, Turns Indicator Settings, System Settings, Compass, Auto Heading, Relative Heading, System Architecture, Feature Updates, Compatibility Issues

Compatibility - The state or being able to work together

Integration Overview, Upgrader's Guide, Pro 3 Upgrader's Guide, Compatibility Issues

Computer - Primary topside component required to run VideoRay Cockpit

Customize this Document, Product Overview, System Components, Pre-Dive Preparations, Post-Dive Operations, Product FAQ, Control Panel, Switches and Connections, Computer, Dell 4000 Series, Panasonic Toughbook, Monitor, Hand Controller, Help, Connections Summary, Accessories, Included Accessories, Integration Overview, Service Bay, Pre-Dive Checklist, Post-Dive Checklist, Scheduled Maintenance, Engine Room Controls, Access Images and Videos, Video Capture Settings, Advanced Video Settings, Data Import, Launch Applications, Remote Connect, Software Installation, Software Updates, General Logistics, Project Completion, Still Images, Video Recording, Cold Weather Operations, Hot Weather Operations, Using Network Remote, Customization Guide, Customize this Document, Custom Checklists, SDK, System Architecture

Control Bar - A VideoRay Cockpit feature that provides access to several functional areas of the software

Pre-Dive Preparations, VideoRay Cockpit Guide, Instruments, Control Bar, Instrument Settings, Instruments Display, Help System, Data Import, Launch Applications, Instruments Display, Set Instruments Opaque, Set Instruments Transparent, Set Instruments Off, Remote Connect, Software Updates, Using Network Remote

Control Panel - The surface component that provides power and communications with the ROV

Safety First, System Components, Pre-Dive Preparations, Equipment Guide, ROV Connections, Main Camera, Control Panel, Safety Circuits, Switches and Connections, Computer, Dell 4000 Series, Monitor, Hand Controller, Camera Switch, Tether, Connections Summary, Accessories, Included Accessories, Integration Overview, LYYN Controls, Close VideoRay Cockpit, Systems Tuning, Remote Connect, Software Installation, Software Updates, Loss of ROV Function(s), General Logistics, Project Completion, Tether Management, Cold Weather Operations, Hot Weather Operations, Feature Updates, Compatibility Issues

Control Sensitivity - The ability to change the responsiveness of the ROV to the amount of joystick input

Propulsion, Control Sensitivity

Current - The flow of water or electricity

About this Document, About this Document, Quick Start Instructions, Product FAQ, Safety Circuits, Hand Controller, Depth Control, Optional Accessories, Integration Overview, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, Instruments, Control Sensitivity, Compass, Depth, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Default Settings, White Balance, Water Temperature, HD Camera, Radiation Sensor, Engine Room Controls, Systems Tuning, Depth Sensor, Launch Applications, Lock/Unlock Instruments, Software Updates, Image and Video Production, Still Images, Video Recording, Tether Management, Auto Depth, Auto Altitude, Auto Heading, Piloting Tactics, Swift Current, Hand Controller Mapping, SDK, System Architecture, Feature Updates

Customization - The ability to change the operation or behavior of the system to make it more suitable for specific applications

About this Document, About this Document, Hand Controller, Joystick, Accessories, Pre-Dive Checklist, Post-Dive Checklist, Scheduled Maintenance, Application Integration, Customization Guide

Cutter - An optional ROV mounted device for cutting objects

ROV Connections, Hand Controller, Manipulator/Cutter, Accessories, Optional Accessories, Integration Overview, Accessory Instruments, Manipulator/Cutter

Data Export - Allows data from the ROV to be exported to external applications

Product FAQ, User Settings, Data Export

Data Import - Allows data from external applications or sensors to be displayed on the video as overlay text

Product FAQ, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, User Settings, Data Import

Date - Calendar Date

About this Document, About this Document, Customize this Document, Product FAQ, Snapshot, Record, Accessories, VideoRay Cockpit Guide, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, Default Settings, Exposure, Engine Room Controls, Systems Tuning, Depth Gauge Settings, Data Directory, Software Management, Software Installation, Software Updates, Customization Guide, Customize this Document, Hand Controller Mapping, Upgrader's Guide, Pro 3 Upgrader's Guide, System Architecture, Feature Updates

DB-15 - Connector style with 15 contacts commonly used for VGA connections

Computer, Monitor

DB-9 - Connector style with 9 contacts commonly used for serial data connections

Switches and Connections, Computer

Deinterlace - Display a video image as two successive scans of alternate rows of the image

Advanced Video Settings

Depth - Vertical location of the ROV within the water measured from the surface

Product Overview, Pre-Dive Preparations, Dive Operations, Product FAQ, ROV, Buoyancy, Propulsion, Sensors, Hand Controller, Depth Control, Video Text Overlay, Control Sensitivity, Depth, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Instrument Settings, Depth Gauge Settings, System Settings, Depth Sensor, Advanced Depth Settings, Data Export, Application Integration, Piloting Tools, Auto Depth, Auto Altitude, Low Visibility, Swift Current, Deep Water, Custom Accessories, System Architecture, Feature Updates, Compatibility Issues

Depth Control Knob - Method of controlling the depth of the ROV

Pre-Dive Preparations, Dive Operations, Propulsion, Hand Controller, Depth Control, Control Sensitivity, Auto Depth, Auto Altitude

Depth Gauge - Display that indicates the current depth of the ROV

Depth Control, Depth, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Instrument Settings, Depth Gauge Settings, Depth Sensor, Auto Depth, Auto Altitude, Feature Updates, Compatibility Issues

Depth Rating - Maximum depth for operation of the ROV

Product Overview, Custom Accessories, Feature Updates

Diagnostics - Method for identifying the cause of a problem

Pre-Dive Preparations, Product FAQ, ROV Health, Service Bay, Diagnostics Console, Engine Room, Engine Room Controls, Loss of ROV Function(s)

Digital Slow Shutter - Camera feature to improve image in low light situations

Main Camera, Default Settings, Exposure, Image and Video Production

Edit - The process of modifying data

Customize this Document, Computer, Video Text Overlay, Image and Video Production, Video Editing, Video Production, Customize this Document, Custom Checklists, Hand Controller Mapping, Feature Updates

ELC - Lens type setting required for optimal image from the VideoRay Pro 4 camera

Camera Menu, Default Settings, Lens, Exposure, Factory Default

Engine Room - VideoRay Cockpit interface to access advanced status information and settings

Propulsion, Control Sensitivity, Control Bar, Engine Room, Status Information, Engine Room Controls, Systems Tuning, Compass Calibration, Software Updates

Ethernet - Data Protocol and connector style

Switches and Connections, Computer, Integration Overview

Exit - Close the camera menu or VideoRay Cockpit

Camera Menu, Exit

Export - Method to communicate data from the ROV to other systems

Product FAQ, User Settings, Data Export

Exposure - Method to control the amount of light captured by the camera

Camera Menu, Default Settings, Exposure, Wide Dynamic Range, Factory Default

Factory Default - Initial state of a variety of parameters

Instruments, Camera Menu, Default Settings, Lens, Exposure, White Balance, Wide Dynamic Range, Day & Night, Image, Special, Communication Adjust, Privacy, Motion Detection, Display, Factory Default, Engine Room Controls, Systems Tuning, Instruments Display, Depth Gauge Settings, Data Directory, Software Updates

Fahrenheit - Unit of measure of temperature

Water Temperature, System of Measure

Fault - Indication of a problem

About this Document, About this Document, Customize this Document, Safety First, Pre-Dive Preparations, Control Panel, Safety Circuits, Switches and Connections, Joystick, Digital On-Screen Graphic, Instruments, ROV Health, Control Sensitivity, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Camera Menu, Default Settings, Lens, Exposure, White Balance, Wide Dynamic Range, Day & Night, Image, Special, Camera Title, Communication Adjust, Privacy, Position, Motion Detection, Display, Factory Default, Engine Room Controls, Systems Tuning, Instruments Display, Depth Gauge Settings, Data Directory, Help System, Software Updates, Folder Structure, Application Integration, Customize this Document, Hand Controller Mapping, Feature Updates

Feet - Unit of measure of length or distance

Product Overview, Dive Operations, Product FAQ, ROV, Tether, TDS, Depth, (Pseudo) Altimeter, System of Measure, System Architecture, Feature Updates, Compatibility Issues

Fine - Low power control mode

Customize this Document, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, Control Sensitivity, Lens, Systems Tuning, Depth Gauge Settings, Depth Sensor, Data Export, Application Integration, Mission Planning, Confined Spaces, Using Network Remote, Customize this Document, Custom Checklists, Feature Updates

Firmware - Software that resides on the ROV

Engine Room, Status Information, Engine Room Controls, Compass Calibration, Software Installation, Software Updates, SDK

Float Block - Required ROV component used to increase buoyancy of the ROV - counteracted by ballast to achieve desired buoyancy

Pre-Dive Preparations, Dive Operations, ROV, Buoyancy, Feature Updates

Gain - Setting to control the level of some parameter

Quick Start Instructions, Camera Switch, Record, Instruments, Control Sensitivity, Camera and Lights, Camera Menu, Default Settings, Exposure, White Balance, Compass Calibration, Auto Depth, Auto Altitude, Auto Heading, Low Visibility, Swift Current, Feature Updates

Generator - AC power source that typically runs on gasoline or diesel fuel

Pre-Dive Preparations, Control Panel, Accessories, Optional Accessories, Mission Support Accessories, Integration Overview, General Logistics, Deployment Platforms, Custom Checklists

GFCI - (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) A safety circuit

Safety First, Pre-Dive Preparations, Control Panel, Safety Circuits, Switches and Connections, Computer, Connections Summary, Loss of ROV Function(s), Feature Updates

GPS - (Geographic Positioning System) Device that provides location

Optional Accessories, Data Import

Hand Controller - Input device to control the ROV's operation

System Components, Pre-Dive Preparations, Dive Operations, Equipment Guide, ROV, Propulsion, Main Camera, Main Lights, Hand Controller, Joystick, Connections Summary, Compass, Depth, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Camera and Lights, Manipulator/Cutter, Lateral Thruster, Still Images, Video Recording, Hand Controller Schematic, Customization Guide, Hand Controller Mapping, Hand Controller Installation, Hand Controller File Sets, System Architecture, Feature Updates

Heading - The compass direction the ROV is facing

Customize this Document, Dive Operations, Propulsion, Sensors, Joystick, Video Text Overlay, Compass, Compass Calibration, Turns Indicator Settings, Compass, Data Export, Application Integration, Piloting Tools, Auto Heading, Relative Heading, Customize this Document, Feature Updates

Help - Information intended to provide assistance

About this Document, About this Document, How to Get Help, Product Overview, Post-Dive Operations, ROV Connections, Switches and Connections, Hand Controller, Help, TDS, Control Bar, Help, Service Bay, Diagnostics Console, Engine Room Controls, System Settings, Help System, Advanced Video Settings, Emergency Situations, Snagged Tether / ROV, Project Management, General Logistics, On-site Operations, Video Editing, Video Production, Piloting, Piloting Tactics, Low Visibility

Hot Plug - A VideoRay Update procedure where the device is disconnected and reconnected while the power is turned on

Software Updates

Hull Inspection Stabilizer - External device designed to help stabilize the ROV while inspecting ships' hulls

Optional Accessories

Humidity - Qualitative measure of the amount of moisture in the air

Sensors, ROV Health, Status Information, Feature Updates

IEC - (International Electrotechnical Commission) Power cord connector standard

Control Panel, Switches and Connections, Computer, Connections Summary

Import - Method to receive and process data from other systems

About this Document, About this Document, Post-Dive Operations, Product FAQ, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, User Settings, Advanced Video Settings, Data Import, Application Integration, Flooded ROV, Snagged Tether / ROV, Deployment Platforms, Feature Updates

Instrument - VideoRay Cockpit interface feature to display information or control features

Pre-Dive Preparations, Sensors, Joystick, Depth Control, Camera Tilt, Camera Focus, Lights, Manipulator/Cutter, Lateral Thruster, Integration Overview, VideoRay Cockpit Guide, Instruments, ROV Health, Control Sensitivity, Compass, Depth, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Camera and Lights, Camera Menu, Water Temperature, Accessory Instruments, Manipulator/Cutter, External Camera, HD Camera, LYYN Controls, Lateral Thruster, Laser Scaling Device, Radiation Sensor, PAM, Control Bar, Compass Calibration, User Settings, Instrument Settings, Instruments Display, Depth Gauge Settings, Compass, Instruments Display, Lock/Unlock Instruments, Set Instruments Opaque, Set Instruments Transparent, Set Instruments Off, Application Integration, Relative Heading, Customization Guide, What's New

Instrument Display - The ability to set an instrument's opacity or turn it on or off

Instruments, Compass, Camera Menu

Inverter - AC power source that runs on battery

Pre-Dive Preparations, Control Panel, Optional Accessories, Mission Support Accessories, General Logistics, Deployment Platforms

Joystick - Input device for controlling the surge and yaw of the ROV

Pre-Dive Preparations, Dive Operations, Propulsion, Hand Controller, Joystick, Control Sensitivity, Remote Connect, Auto Heading, Using Network Remote, Feature Updates

Lens - Camera element used to capture and focus light to create an image

Dive Operations, Camera Menu, Default Settings, Lens, Exposure, Factory Default

Lights - ROV component that provides lights for scene illumination in dark areas

Product Overview, System Components, Pre-Dive Preparations, Dive Operations, ROV, Main Camera, Main Lights, Hand Controller, Lights, Camera and Lights, Default Settings, Exposure, General Logistics, Image and Video Production, What's New, Feature Updates, Compatibility Issues

Light Dome - Protective covering over the lights

Pre-Dive Preparations

LIM - (Line Insulation Monitor) A safety circuit

Safety First, Pre-Dive Preparations, Control Panel, Safety Circuits, Switches and Connections, Loss of ROV Function(s), Feature Updates

Main Dome - Protective covering over the camera

Pre-Dive Preparations

Manipulator - An optional ROV mounted device for grabbing objects

System Components, Pre-Dive Preparations, Dive Operations, Product FAQ, ROV Connections, Hand Controller, Manipulator/Cutter, Accessories, Optional Accessories, Integration Overview, Accessory Instruments, Manipulator/Cutter, Application Integration, Snagged Tether / ROV, Deep Water, System Architecture, Compatibility Issues

Meter - Unit of measure of length or distance

Product Overview, Dive Operations, Product FAQ, ROV, Sensors, Tether, TDS, ROV Health, Control Sensitivity, Compass, Depth, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Engine Room Controls, Systems Tuning, Depth Gauge Settings, System Settings, Depth Sensor, System of Measure, Video Capture and Display, Data Export, Software Installation, Software Updates, Application Integration, Tether Management, Auto Altitude, Relative Heading, Swift Current, Deep Water, What's New, System Architecture, Feature Updates, Compatibility Issues

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, Pre-Dive Preparations, Control Panel, Safety Circuits, Switches and Connections, Computer, Dell 4000 Series, Monitor, Connections Summary, Included Accessories, Integration Overview, Water Temperature, Control Bar, General Logistics, On-site Operations, Cold Weather Operations, Feature Updates

Mute - The ability to silence the audio recording

Product FAQ, Video Window, Radiation Sensor, Video Recording

My_Note - Feature of the documentation that allows users to add personal notes to the online pages

About this Document, About this Document, Customize this Document, Folder Structure, Customize this Document

Negative - A state of buoyancy in which the ROV will sink and a type of tether

Tether, TDS, Optional Accessories, Camera and Lights, Data Export, 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

Dive Operations, Buoyancy, Tether, TDS, Optional Accessories, Tether Management, Deep Water, Confined Spaces

O-Ring - Sealing device

Dive Operations, Buoyancy, Included Accessories

Opaque - Unable to see through

Instruments, Control Bar, Instruments Display, Set Instruments Opaque, Set Instruments Transparent, Set Instruments Off, Auto Depth, Auto Altitude, Auto Heading

Overlay - Text or logo superimposed on the video

Product FAQ, Sensors, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, Digital On-Screen Graphic, Camera Title, Data Import, Application Integration, Still Images, Video Recording

PAM - (Protocol Adapter Multiplexer) A programmable interface device

Accessory Instruments, PAM, Application Integration, SDK

Pitch - The nose-up or nose-down attitude or motion of the ROV

Dive Operations, Buoyancy, Compass, Compass Calibration, Data Export, Deep Water, Customization Guide, System Architecture, Feature Updates

Positive - A state of buoyancy in which the ROV will float and a type of tether

Camera and Lights, Compass, Data Export

PPT - (Professional Performance Tether) A type of tether

Tether, TDS, Tether Management

Pressure Sensor - A device to measure pressure - used to calculate ROV depth

Sensors, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Auto Depth

Propeller - ROV component with pitched blades that generate thrust when rotated

Safety First, Pre-Dive Preparations, Propulsion, Included Accessories, On-site Operations, Tether Management, Feature Updates

RCA - Connector style commonly used for composite analog video

Switches and Connections, Monitor, Connections Summary

Record - Command to initiate video capture to a storage media

Pre-Dive Preparations, Product FAQ, Propulsion, Switches and Connections, Hand Controller, Snapshot, Record, Tether, Optional Accessories, Mission Support Accessories, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, Radiation Sensor, Access Images and Videos, Video Capture and Display, Video Capture Settings, Advanced Video Settings, Data Import, Data Export, Application Integration, On-site Operations, Image and Video Production, Still Images, Video Recording, System Architecture, Feature Updates

Remotely Operated Vehicle - The underwater vehicle

System Components, ROV, System Architecture

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, Propulsion, Video Text Overlay, Compass, Compass Calibration, Data Export, Customize this Document

ROV - See Remotely Operated Vehicle

Copyright, How to Get Help, Product Overview, Quick Start Instructions, Safety First, System Components, Pre-Dive Preparations, Dive Operations, Post-Dive Operations, Product FAQ, Equipment Guide, ROV, ROV Connections, Buoyancy, Propulsion, Main Camera, Main Lights, Sensors, Control Panel, Switches and Connections, Hand Controller, Joystick, Depth Control, Tether, Connections Summary, Accessories, Optional Accessories, Integration Overview, VideoRay Cockpit Guide, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, ROV Health, Control Sensitivity, Compass, Depth, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Camera and Lights, Water Temperature, External Camera, Close VideoRay Cockpit, Service Bay, Status Information, Engine Room Controls, Systems Tuning, Compass Calibration, Depth Gauge Settings, Turns Indicator Settings, Depth Sensor, Compass, Data Import, Data Export, Network Remote Configuration, Software Installation, Software Updates, Application Integration, General Operations Guide, Emergency Situations, Flooded ROV, 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, Piloting, Piloting Tools, Auto Depth, Auto Altitude, Auto Heading, Relative Heading, Piloting Tactics, Low Visibility, Swift Current, Deep Water, Confined Spaces, Using Network Remote, Customization Guide, Custom Accessories, SDK, Override Mode, Pro 3 Upgrader's Guide, System Architecture, Feature Updates, Compatibility Issues

ROV Health - An instrument that provides feedback on the status of several critical ROV systems

ROV Health, Water Temperature

RS-485 - Data Protocol

ROV Connections, Tether, Integration Overview, System Architecture, Compatibility Issues

Safety - State of, or application of, safe practices

Quick Start Instructions, Safety First, Pre-Dive Preparations, Control Panel, 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

Application Integration, Customization Guide, SDK, System Architecture

Sensitivity - The amount of output based on a specific level of input, particularly for the joystick

Propulsion, Control Sensitivity, Motion Detection, Feature Updates

Sensor - An instrument for measuring a specific property of an object or the environment

Product Overview, System Components, Product FAQ, ROV, Sensors, Accessories, Optional Accessories, Integration Overview, VideoRay Cockpit Guide, Video Window, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Water Temperature, Accessory Instruments, Radiation Sensor, Access Images and Videos, System Settings, Depth Sensor, Data Import, Data Export, Software Updates, Application Integration, Piloting, Auto Depth, What's New, System Architecture, Feature Updates

Service Bay - VideoRay Cockpit interface that provides diagnostic information and checklists

Control Bar, Service Bay

Settings - The values of specific controls or parameters, or the ability to manage these

Customize this Document, Dive Operations, Sensors, Monitor, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, Instruments, Control Sensitivity, Compass, Depth, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Camera and Lights, Camera Menu, Default Settings, Lens, Exposure, White Balance, Wide Dynamic Range, Day & Night, Image, Special, Camera Title, Communication Adjust, Privacy, Position, Motion Detection, Display, Factory Default, Exit, Water Temperature, LYYN Controls, Control Bar, Engine Room Controls, Systems Tuning, User Settings, Instrument Settings, Instruments Display, Depth Gauge Settings, Turns Indicator Settings, HD Camera Settings, System Settings, Depth Sensor, Advanced Depth Settings, Compass, Video Capture and Display, Video Capture Settings, Advanced Video Settings, Data Import, Network Remote Configuration, Lock/Unlock Instruments, Set Instruments Opaque, Set Instruments Transparent, Set Instruments Off, Remote Connect, Software Updates, Folder Structure, Data Management, Auto Heading, Relative Heading, Using Network Remote, Customize this Document, Custom Checklists, Feature Updates

Skid - The base of the ROV and often used to mount accessories

Dive Operations, Product FAQ, Buoyancy, Integration Overview, Snagged Tether / ROV, Feature Updates

Software Developer's Kit - See SDK

Application Integration, SDK

Snapshot - A still image captured from the video image

Hand Controller, Snapshot, Record, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, Image and Video Production, Still Images, Video Recording

Spare Pair - Extra pair of conductors in the tether - See also APIC

Strain Relief - An ROV and tether component that reduces the load on tether connections

Pre-Dive Preparations, Tether, Connections Summary

Sun Shade - Device used to shade the display for better visibility in direct sunlight

Monitor, Included Accessories

Surge - The forward and backward motion of the ROV

Control Sensitivity

TDS - (Tether Deployment System) A reel for storing tether

System Components, TDS, Optional Accessories, Tether Management

Temperature - Qualitative measure of hot or cold

Sensors, Video Text Overlay, ROV Health, Water Temperature, System of Measure, Data Export, Application Integration, Special Situations, Cold Weather Operations, Hot Weather Operations, System Architecture, Feature Updates

Termination Block - ROV component that connects the ROV to the tether

Tether - The cable that connects the ROV to the control panel

Product Overview, Quick Start Instructions, Safety First, System Components, Pre-Dive Preparations, Dive Operations, Post-Dive Operations, Product FAQ, Equipment Guide, ROV Connections, Main Camera, Control Panel, Safety Circuits, Switches and Connections, Camera Switch, Tether, TDS, Connections Summary, Accessories, Optional Accessories, Mission Support Accessories, Integration Overview, Control Bar, Engine Room Controls, Data Import, Launch Applications, Software Updates, Application Integration, Snagged Tether / ROV, Cut Tether, Loss of ROV Function(s), Mission Planning, On-site Operations, Deployment Platforms, Tether Management, Piloting Tactics, Swift Current, Deep Water, Confined Spaces, Using Network Remote, System Architecture, Feature Updates, Compatibility Issues

Tether Deployment System - See TDS

System Components, TDS, Optional Accessories

Text Overlay - Ability to superimpose text over a video image

Sensors, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, Digital On-Screen Graphic, Application Integration, Still Images, Video Recording

Third Axis - Rotational motion of the joystick - can be used as an alternate control method of the joystick

Joystick

Thruster - ROV propulsion system including a motor and propeller

System Components, Pre-Dive Preparations, ROV, Buoyancy, Propulsion, Hand Controller, Joystick, Depth Control, Lateral Thruster, Control Sensitivity, Compass, Depth, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Accessory Instruments, Lateral Thruster, Status Information, Auto Depth, Auto Altitude, Auto Heading, Deep Water, Customization Guide, Feature Updates

Thruster Cartridge Seal - Seals the thruster shaft from water intrusion

Pre-Dive Preparations, Propulsion

Thruster Nozzle - Shroud around the propeller

Tilt Arm - Control panel component to adjust the angle of the optional second monitor

Control Panel

TINA - (Tether Interface Node Adapter) A device that allows accessories to be connected directly to the tether without the ROV

Transparent - Ability to see through

Digital On-Screen Graphic, Instruments, Compass, Depth, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Control Bar, Instruments Display, Set Instruments Opaque, Set Instruments Transparent, Set Instruments Off, Auto Depth, Auto Altitude, Auto Heading

Turbo - High power control mode

Control Sensitivity

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

Turns Indicator, Turns Indicator Settings, Compass, Relative Heading

Umbilical - See also Tether

System Components, Instrument Settings, System Architecture, Feature Updates

Upgrade - A newer version or the process of installing a newer version

Digital On-Screen Graphic, Video Editing, Video Production, Upgrader's Guide, Pro 3 Upgrader's Guide, System Architecture, Feature Updates

USB - (Universal Serial Bus) Data protocol and connector style

Pre-Dive Preparations, Switches and Connections, Computer, Dell 4000 Series, Hand Controller, Connections Summary, Integration Overview

User Settings - VideoRay Cockpit interface to access operating parameters

Sensors, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, Instruments, Depth, (Pseudo) Altimeter, Default Settings, Water Temperature, Control Bar, User Settings, Depth Sensor, Data Import, Set Instruments Opaque, Set Instruments Transparent, Set Instruments Off, Using Network Remote

VGA - Video Graphics Array) Video format and connector style

Computer, Monitor, Connections Summary

Video - In VideoRay context, the image from the ROV's camera or the ability to record this image

About this Document, About this Document, Product Overview, System Components, Pre-Dive Preparations, Dive Operations, Product FAQ, ROV Connections, Main Camera, Sensors, Control Panel, Switches and Connections, Computer, Monitor, Hand Controller, Camera Switch, Snapshot, Record, Tether, Connections Summary, Optional Accessories, Mission Support Accessories, Integration Overview, VideoRay Cockpit Guide, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, Digital On-Screen Graphic, Instruments, Camera Menu, Default Settings, Lens, Exposure, Image, Camera Title, LYYN Controls, Close VideoRay Cockpit, Access Images and Videos, System Settings, Video Capture and Display, Video Capture Settings, Advanced Video Settings, Data Import, Software Installation, Application Integration, Project Completion, Image and Video Production, Still Images, Video Recording, Video Editing, Video Production, Piloting Tactics, Low Visibility, Custom Accessories, System Architecture, Feature Updates, Compatibility Issues

Video Encoder - Defines a method of storing a video image within a file format

Advanced Video Settings

Video Window - Display component that displays the video image from the camera

Pre-Dive Preparations, Product FAQ, Snapshot, Record, VideoRay Cockpit Guide, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, Digital On-Screen Graphic, Camera Menu, Close VideoRay Cockpit, Advanced Video Settings, Image and Video Production, Still Images, Video Recording

VideoRay Cockpit - VideoRay ROV control program

Pre-Dive Preparations, Post-Dive Operations, Product FAQ, Propulsion, Main Camera, Sensors, Control Panel, Computer, Hand Controller, Joystick, Depth Control, Camera Tilt, Camera Focus, Lights, Snapshot, Record, Manipulator/Cutter, Lateral Thruster, Accessories, Integration Overview, VideoRay Cockpit Guide, Video Window, Video Text Overlay, Digital On-Screen Graphic, Instruments, Control Sensitivity, Camera Menu, Camera Title, Water Temperature, Accessory Instruments, LYYN Controls, Control Bar, Close VideoRay Cockpit, Help, Service Bay, Communications Status, Systems Tuning, Instrument Settings, Compass, Help System, Data Import, Data Export, Launch Applications, Set Instruments Opaque, Set Instruments Transparent, Set Instruments Off, Software Management, Software Installation, Software Updates, Application Integration, General Operations Guide, Image and Video Production, Piloting Tools, Auto Depth, Auto Altitude, Auto Heading, Using Network Remote, Customization Guide, Custom Checklists, Hand Controller Mapping, SDK, Override Mode, Upgrader's Guide

VideoRay Data Folder - Destination folder for video recordings and snapshots

VideoRay Update - Software program to upload new firmware to the ROV and other devices

Engine Room Controls, Software Updates

Virtual COM Port - A software feature that allows two applications on the same computer to communicate without requiring physical ports

Data Import, Data Export, Application Integration

Visibility - Measure of the clarity of water

Quick Start Instructions, Product FAQ, Optional Accessories, Integration Overview, Accessory Instruments, LYYN Controls, Lock/Unlock Instruments, Mission Planning, On-site Operations, Piloting Tactics, Low Visibility

WDR - See Wide Dynamic Range

Default Settings, Wide Dynamic Range

Whip - A short length of tether attached to the ROV or control panel

ROV Connections, Switches and Connections

White Balance - Camera feature to color correct images from the camera

Main Camera, Camera Menu, Default Settings, White Balance, Factory Default, HD Camera

Wide Dynamic Range - Camera feature to improve image in high contrast lighting situations

Product Overview, Main Camera, Default Settings, Wide Dynamic Range, Image, Image and Video Production, Feature Updates

Yaw - The left or right turning attitude or motion of the ROV

Joystick, Control Sensitivity, Compass Calibration

Zoom - Camera image magnification

Main Camera, Optional Accessories, Default Settings, Wide Dynamic Range, Image, HD Camera, Radiation Sensor, Compass, Feature Updates


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