The VideoRay Deep Blue is ideally suited for deep missions. It includes the submersible, integrated control box, 335 m (1,100 ft) of tether, manual, two watertight, rolling Pelican cases, and tool kit. The Deep Blue is depth rated to 305 m (1000 ft). Standard features that go beyond those offered on the Deep Blue include the Professional Performance Package (for superior operation) and the GTO - Greater Thrust Option.
Like the Deep Blue, the Deep Blue is also PC computer control enabled, allowing operators to control the Deep Blue using wireless game controllers. The Deep Blue can even be controlled by software applications or remotely via a network.
The Deep Blue can easily accommodate modular instrumentation and tools such as: scanning imaging sonar for low visibility environments; manipulator for object retrieval or intervention; positioning system for exhaustive area searches; water quality sensor, metal thickness gauge, and more. The Tether Deployment System (TDS) is included for quick coiling and recoiling of the tether.
Features
Camera
Forward facing wide angle color camera
570 lines of resolution and 0.3 lux
Variable control tilt with 180 degree vertical field of view
Wide focus range
NTSC or PAL
Rear facing black & white camera - 430 lines 0.1 lux
Lighting
Forward - Two 20 watt high efficiency halogen lights
Rear - Ultra high-intensity LED light array
Propulsion
Horizontal - Two easy to maintain GTO thrusters with 100 mm propellers producing 15 lbs. of thrust
Vertical - One thruster
Accessories and Sensors
Accessory connector allows field integration of various instruments and sensors
Control Console
Display
15 inch integrated video display
Video display tilt adjustment for optimal viewing angle
LCD depth gauge display (ft/m interchangeable)
LCD compass with heading display
LCD cumulative hour meter display
Composite video output
Option to superimpose date, time, depth and heading information on video display
Audio annotation microphone for simultaneous recording (video recorder required)
Controls
Joystick controls for horizontal movement and third axis controls
Third axis joystick control (selectable for depth, camera tilt, lights and manipulator)
Vertical depth control with Auto Depth
Lighting control
Camera tilt and focus controls
Front and rear camera toggle
Manipulator control (if installed)
PC Pilot computer control option is enabled (requires a PC and joystick)
Tether
Tether Deployment System with 305 m (1000 ft.) neutrally buoyant tether with an extension of 40 m (131 ft.) Professional Performance Tether
