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exploreHD 3.0 (400m) Underwater ROV/AUV USB General Vision Camera

exploreHD 3.0 (400m) Underwater ROV/AUV USB General Vision Camera

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This patent-pending, UVC-compliant camera is the first to feature HD USB output while achieving a waterproof rating of IP69K. Equipped with a modern Sony sensor and a proprietary 4-layer PCB, you will be able to see in low light conditions like never before.

Thanks to careful tuning and AI image processing, exploreHDs have exceptional color fidelity, producing pleasing, natural images. With integrated H.264 compression technology and our open-source camera driver, you can stream up to 7 cameras simultaneously without major quality loss or latency. You can even stream an unlimited number of cameras together, provided that the bitrate is appropriately reduced.

Furthermore, due to its UVC compliant nature, the exploreHD is the first plug and play machine vision capable subsea camera. This makes the exploreHD the perfect choice for anyone looking to make a truly modern multi-cam underwater setup.

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NDAA Compliant

Model: DWE-EHDUSBR2

Water-Depth Rating
400 meters (1.5X Safety Factor)

Physical Specifications
Cable Diameter: 4mm OD
Mass in Air: 84 grams
Mass in Water: 44 grams
Main Case: Aerospace-grade 6061-T6 alloy aluminum
Abrasion-resistant hard anodized coating
Front Port: Durable Tempered Flat Glass

Camera Specifications
Image Sensor: 1/2.9” Sony Exmor™ 12-bit
                        CMOS Rolling Shutter
Resolution: 1920x1080
                   (Adjustable down to 360p)
Framerate: 30fps with H.264/MJPEG
Formats: H.264, MJPEG, YUY2
Chroma Subsampling: 4:2:2 with YUY2
                                     4:2:0 with MJPEG/H.264
Color Depth: 8-bit per channel
                     (24-bit total per pixel)
Bitrate: 10Mb/s with H.264
UDP Streaming Latency (with Raspberry PI): 35ms ± 10
USB Direct Streaming Latency: 33ms ± 5
Connection: USB 2.0 High Speed
Power Rating: 5V / 250mA
Sensitivity: 0.01 LUX
Communication: USB 2.0 (UVC Compliant)
Camera End: Epoxy, WetLink, or Cobalt Connectors

Connector Pinout
Cobalt
1: Black : Ground
2: Red : +5V
3: White : DATA -
4: Green : DATA +
5: Blue : NC
6: Brown : NC

Must be USB or Ethernet Grade Cables for the Data Pairs

Lens Specifications
Type: Fisheye
Lens Aperture: f/1.9
View Angle: 150 Degrees Diagonal (in water)
Minimum Focus Distance: 20-30 cm

Note: Alternative Lenses Available Upon Request

Fit For
Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs)
Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
Autonomous Surface Vehicles (ASVs)
Aquaculture Systems
Aquarium Camera Array
Weather-resistant Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
Aerial Drones
...and more!

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exploreHD 3.0 Technical Drawing


exploreHD 3.0 Stand Technical Drawing

Contents

USB Contacts (Soldering Required)

  • 1x exploreHD USB Camera
  • 1x Flexible Rubber Case
  • 1x exploreHD Metal Bracket
  • 1x Solderable USB Connector (Type A)
  • 2x M2x0.4 Screws for Mount
  • 2x M2x0.4 Standoff for Rubber Case

JST Crimps (No Soldering Required)

  • 1x exploreHD USB Camera
  • 1x Flexible Rubber Case
  • 1x exploreHD Metal Bracket
  • 1x PAP-04V-S JST Housing
  • 2x M2x0.4 Screws for Mount
  • 2x M2x0.4 Standoff for Rubber Case


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HIGHLIGHTED FEATURES

Learn about the unique feature of this product below.

HIGH QUALITY IMAGE

With the combination of a modern Sony sensor and a state of the art image processing software, this camera provides a sharp, clear image, even in low light.

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MULTICAM AND COMPUTER VISION CAPABLE

With built-in H.264 compression, up to 7 cameras can be connected and streamed in HD using a single-board computer like a Raspberry Pi or Nvidia Jetson while retaining quality and low latency. We provide open source software with thorough documentation for streaming capabilities.

Additionally, because our camera can be connected directly to a single board computer, we are the first subsea camera to be computer vision capable out of the box. No additional adapters or converters needed.

DWE OS PLUG AND PLAY

Turn the exploreHD into an IP camera with our easy to use plug and play software. Adjust settings such as bitrate, compression format, streaming option, and more! Can support an infinite amount of UDP camera streams with automatic port selection.

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HIGH DEPTH RATING

This camera is housed in a durable, anodized 6061-T6 aluminum case that is water-resistant to depths of 400 meters, making it suitable for many marine applications throughout the Photic zone.

BECAUSE BIGGER ISN'T ALWAYS BETTER

This camera features a novel patent-pending housing, allowing it to be small despite its high depth rating. Each unit weighs less than 80 grams and has a maximum diameter of a mere 4 centimeters. This makes it great for getting the perfect angle while operating your ROV/AUV.

ADVANCED IMAGE PROCESSING

Our advanced image processing ensures that the camera obtains outstanding color science even in tough underwater situations thanks to the use of Artificial Intelligence. It also provides a very sharp image with outstanding dynamic range and low artifacts such as aliasing and moire.

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SCRATCH RESISTANT GLASS

Our front glass element is made from quartz which has a Mohs hardness scale of 7. This glass element will resist scratches to most materials and can survive a pressure of over 1700 PSI.

QUALITY OPTICS

The optics on this camera are specifically designed to reduce distortion, vignetting, and chromatic aberration while maintaining superior sharpness even around the edges.

MOUNTING OPTIONS

With our included camera case, the mounting possibilities of this camera are simply endless. Easily mount this camera on your next ROV/AUV even at odd angles.