Introduction to the System Components

Unpack the system and familiarize yourself with the components.

	ROV The ROV, or Remotely Operated Vehicle, carries the cameras, lights and sensors or accessories to the underwater places you want to observe. Thrusters provide mobility and these systems are controlled from the surface using the control panel and hand controller. See the ROV section of the Equipment Guide for more information.
	Control Panel The control panel includes the system's power and communications modules, computer and hand controller, and serves as the operator's console and video display. Open the control panel and familiarize yourself with the components and primary controls on the hand controller. See the Control Panel and Hand Controller sections of the Equipment Guide for a complete description of all of the controls and connections. See the Control Panel section of the Equipment Guide for more information.
	Hand Controller The hand controller is used to pilot the VideoRay and operate other features like the lights, camera controls and manipulator. The hand controller is pre-programmed, but can be customized to meet specific user or operational needs. See the Hand Controller section of the Equipment Guide for more information.
	Tether / TDS (Tether Deployment System) The tether connects the ROV to the control panel. It delivers power and control signals to the ROV, and returns video and sensor data (optional) from the ROV to the surface. Some systems come with a TDS (Tether Deployment System), that makes the work of managing the tether easier. The tether is also often referred to as the umbilical. See the Tether section of the Equipment Guide for more information.

Some items shown are optional and not included with all models.