VideoRay Pro 4 Remotely Operated Vehicle
The world’s most popular small ROV
The VideoRay Pro 4 is one of the most advanced, capable, and versatile small ROVs on the market today. Completely computer-driven by VideoRay Cockpit, a sleek, intuitive, and powerful software platform, the Pro 4 is the most advanced ROV in its class. Its advanced technology and software platform makes it easy to incorporate advanced features such as vehicle autonomous control, the latest imaging sonar, upgraded positioning hardware and software as well as other sensors and tools. Capabilities can be added or removed with either a simple software update or a quick hardware add-on in the field—all without sending the system back to the factory.
The Pro 4 offers features designed to simplify piloting and give advance warning in the case of an issue with the vehicle. These features include:
- 3D tilt compensated compass
- Accelerometer
- MEMission Specialist Gyro
- Leak alarm
- Internal temperature gauge
- Real-time voltmeter
- Depth sensor
Pro 4 Systems
The Pro 4 Ultra ROV system is a simpler, lighter version of our standard Pro 4 ROV system. The extremely portable Pro 4 Ultra control panel is about 40% lighter than the standard Pro 4 Control Panel weighing in at 8.4 kg (18.5 lbs).
The Ultra system is the perfect solution for users who only need the most basic functionality of an ROV and is perfectly suited for routine tasks such as basic visual inspections or observations in normal environments down to 305 m (1,000 ft). The Ultra is not recommended for hull crawling or high current situations.
The Ultra is compatible with accessories such as the manipulator, water sampler, laser scaler, and other similar accessories. Accessories such as sonar or the UT Thickness Gauge are not compatible with the Ultra. Users who plan to expand the VideoRay’s capabilities with accessories or complete more advanced missions are advised to consider one of our other Pro 4 configurations.
VIDEORAY PRO 4 ULTRA BASE ROV BASIC SPECIFICATIONS
Submersible Dimensions: | 37.5, 28.9, 22.3 cm (14.75, 11.4, 8.75 in) |
Submersible Weight: | 6.1 kg (13.5 lb) with Full Ballast Set |
Total System Weight (2 Cases): | 27.5 kg (60.5 lbs) |
Depth Rating: | 305 m (1,000 ft) |
VIDEORAY PRO 4 ULTRA BASE ROV SYSTEM INCLUDES
- Dell laptop with a lite version of VideoRay Cockpit Software
- Sunshade to enhance screen visibility in bright environments
- Logitech® wired USB hand controller
- Pro 4 user manual
- Custom packaging
- Pro 4 Basic Tool Kit
The VideoRay Pro 4 Standard BASE Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) system has been specifically configured to quickly and effectively perform a variety of basic underwater tasks. The Standard BASE ROV system is a portable and cost-effective solution that can be deployed in minutes and operated by one person if necessary.
The Standard BASE configuration is ready to accept the majority of VideoRay accessories and can be upgraded to accept sonars. The system is not delivered with a tether configuration so the user must select a new tether configuration for this system, or you may use any existing VideoRay tether.
VIDEORAY PRO 4 STANDARD BASE ROV BASIC SPECIFICATIONS
Submersible Dimensions: | 37.5, 28.9, 22.3 cm (14.75, 11.4, 8.75 in) |
Submersible Weight: | 6.1 kg (13.5 lb) with Full Ballast Set |
Total System Weight (2 Cases): | 38.5 kg (85 lbs) |
Depth Rating: | 305 m (1,000 ft) |
VIDEORAY PRO 4 STANDARD BASE ROV SYSTEM INCLUDES
- Pro 4 submersible
- Pro 4 Integrated Control Box (ICB) with a Dell computer (note there is no 2nd monitor integrated into the case so the available screen space is limited to the PC screen)
- VideoRay Cockpit control software
- Industrial USB hand controller
The VideoRay Pro 4 IP65 BASE is the perfect solution for ROV operators who need fail safe protection from the elements, without sacrificing the power or capability you expect from a Pro 4 ROV system.
All the technology included in the Pro 4 IP65 BASE, including connectors, provides complete ingress protection against dust and “splashes,” or low pressure water jets, from any direction.
The Pro 4 IP65 BASE features the same functions and capabilities of the Pro 4 Rugged ICB in a slightly different package. The Pro 4 IP65 BASE replaces the standard control panel and processor with equipment that meets IP65 standards, including dust and waterproof connectors. It also adds a secondary 15” daylight viewable sealed monitor, perfect for monitoring both video and accessory feeds.
The Pro 4 IP65 BASE is delivered with all necessary cables, software, and processors. It is compatible with all Pro 4 submersibles, tether, and most VideoRay accessories. The Pro 4 IP-65 BASE can be upgraded to accept autonomous control, sonars, and positioning systems.
VIDEORAY PRO 4 IP65 CONTROL PANEL BASIC SPECIFICATIONS »
Size: | 53, 43, 22 cm (21, 17, 8.5 in) |
Weight: | Approx. 18 kg (40 lb) |
Control Unit: | Amrel Rocky IP65 Rated PC |
Software: | VideoRay Cockpit pre-installed |
Main Display: | 15” Daylight Viewable IP65 Monitor Secondary: 13.3” laptop screen |
Controller: | IP-65 Hand Controller |
Recording: | Integrated still image and video Video Formats: .WMV, .AVI Image Formats: .JPG |
Overlay: | Date, Time, Depth, Heading, Customized Text, Logo |
Video Out: | Digital |
The VideoRay Pro 4 main wide dynamic range color camera is located in the forward pressure hull of the ROV. The forward camera tilts vertically 160º – within the range of the LED lighting so every subject is illuminated no matter where it is viewed from. The camera offers a standard definition image at roughly 570 lines of resolution as well as wide dynamic range and backlight compensation to give you the most detailed pictures even in difficult lighting situations. The camera is optimized for underwater use and offers 0.004 lux low-light sensitivity by including automatic or manual switching between color and black and white modes.
There are more than 20 user controllable settings in the VideoRay Pro 4 ROV camera that can be managed from the control panel including digital slow shutter, digital zoom, and white balance. The Pro 4 can be equipped with either a PAL or NTSC camera depending on which video format you require.
Digital recording of still images and video is built into the control panel and can be executed with the push of a button from the hand controller. Images and video are recorded in digital format directly onto the Pro 4 computer (or an assigned external hard drive), ready for nonlinear editing, online album sharing, or DVD authoring.
VideoRay also offers externally mountable High Definition (HD) camera set-ups ranging from cost-effective, compressed HD video recorded at the source to fully uncompressed fiber-optically transmitted 1080p in just about every professional format available. Our goal is to gather the needs of the shooter and deliver the most effective HD rig for the job.
The Pro 4 Plus BASE ROV system has been specifically configured to quickly and effectively perform advanced underwater imaging tasks. The system is a portable and cost effective advanced solution that can be deployed in minutes and operated by one person if necessary.
The Plus BASE configuration is ready to accept the majority of VideoRay accessories and is NOT delivered with a tether configuration so the user must select a new tether configuration for this system, or you may use any existing VideoRay tether. This system has enhanced processing power and is BlueView sonar ready (sonar not included).
VIDEORAY PRO 4 PLUS BASE ROV BASIC SPECIFICATIONS
- Submersible Dimensions: 37.5, 28.9, 22.3 cm (14.75, 11.4, 8.75 in)
- Submersible Weight: 6.1 kg (13.5 lb) with Full Ballast Set
- Total System Weight (2 Cases): 38.5 kg (85 lb)
- Depth Rating: 305 m (1,000 ft)
VIDEORAY PRO 4 PLUS BASE ROV SYSTEM INCLUDES
- Pro 4 submersible
- Pro 4 Integrated Control Box (ICB) with a high performance Dell computer
- VideoRay Cockpit control software
- Secondary 15” Hi-Bright daylight viewable display
- Industrial hand controller
The Pro 4 Rack BASE ROV System has been specifically configured for operations requiring Pro 4 ROV performance from a vessel or command center with rack mounted hardware. The Rack BASE ROV control panel features a completely redesigned 2U package that fits seamlessly into any standard rack.
The Rack BASE configuration is configured to accept both the BlueView 2D imaging sonar (not included) as well as the Tritech Micron DST scanning sonar (not included). It is ready to accept the majority of VideoRay accessories and is NOT delivered with a tether configuration so the user must select a new tether configuration for this system, or you may use any existing VideoRay tether.
VIDEORAY PRO 4 PLUS BASE ROV BASIC SPECIFICATIONS
Submersible Dimensions: 37.5, 28.9, 22.3 cm (14.75, 11.4, 8.75 in)
Submersible Weight: 6.1 kg (13.5 lb) with Full Ballast Set
Total System Weight (2 Cases): 38.5 kg (85 lb)
Depth Rating: 305 m (1,000 ft)
VIDEORAY PRO 4 PLUS BASE ROV SYSTEM INCLUDES
- Standard Pro 4 submersible
- 2U PC loaded with VideoRay Cockpit ROV control software
- 2U integrated control panel
- Industrial USB hand controller
Case Studies
National Park Service
Wreck Diving National Park Service The National Park Service’s Submerged Resources Center (SRC) has explored several historic underwater wrecks in U.S. waterways with the VideoRay
Submerged Recovery & Inspection Services
Science & Research Submerged Recovery & Inspection Services Submerged Recovery & Inspection Services used a VideoRay Pro4 ROV to complete more than 223 km (139
High Tide Exploration
Science & Research High Tide Exploration High Tide Exploration is an Alaska-based company that helps communities and businesses responsibly develop their marine infrastructure in an