New
VideoRay Scout Sees Underwater from Deck or Dock; Ideal for First
Responders to Underwater Threats
Remote Control Video Camera
Gets into the Water Immediately, Replaces or Accompanies Divers
 Exton,
PA, April 5, 2004 – VideoRay today announced the
new VideoRay Scout remote-control
underwater video camera designed for vessel operators, port authorities,
and maritime facilities. Priced at $5,995, the Scout can be launched
by hand in minutes and descends to 300 feet (91 m) deep to capture
underwater video of hulls, piers, and props with its fixed wide-angle
camera. Using Homeland Security grants, VideoRays are being purchased
by sheriff departments and emergency response dive teams. The Scout
is based on the same remotely operated vehicle technology being
used by US Coast Guard Maritime Safety and Security Teams (MSSTs).
Operated like a remote control plane underwater, the Scout has
a reach of 131 feet (40 m) and a fixed color video camera with
a wide-angle lens. The 8-pound (3.6 kg) submersible is launched
into the water by hand and depth rated to 300 feet (91 m). The
video-equipped submersible sports horizontal and vertical thrusters
for high maneuverability and two 20-watt high efficiency halogen
lights. Operate the simple remote controls to see underwater views
on the topside monitor. A tether connects to the rear of the sub
and to the topside control box, which features a joystick for piloting
the sub and operating the lights. A 5-inch (127 mm) monitor built
into the lid of the control box case shows the operator what the
Scout’s camera “sees” underwater.
“The Scout is ideal for the first responders on a scene
because it is very portable, economical, reliable, and as intuitive
to use as a videogame,” says Scott Bentley, president of
VideoRay. “Using a VideoRay in place of human diver lets
the man on the scene quickly assess threats and minimize risks.”
Through its high-resolution, wide-angle lens, the operator can
capture composite video with a variety of display and recording
devices. The Scout supports NTSC or PAL video formats to accommodate
all video standards worldwide.
The Scout submersible requires less than 300 watts of 100-240VAC
power and can be plugged into a standard wall outlet, a battery
with inverter, or a small generator. The maximum voltage in the
tether is a safe 48VDC.
The Scout is delivered with the sub, 131 feet (40 m) of tether,
an owner’s manual, spare parts, and a maintenance kit. All
components fit neatly in one watertight, rolling Pelican case sized
for the trunk of a car and airline travel. The entire system weighs
less than 70 pounds (32 kg) and is streamlined for the casual operator.
ADD ON: An optional 250-foot (76
m) extension tether can be purchased to extend the overall reach
of the submersible. Another handy option is the Tether Deployment
System, which easily reels the tether in and out and fits neatly
on the boat deck.
PRICE: $5,995 USD
THE NEXT STEP UP: The VideoRay Explorer features readouts for
depth and directional navigation, and a more advanced video
camera with
160-degrees of tilt. The Explorer also has Auto Depth control
for inspections of water tanks, underwater surveys, and
entering polluted
conditions or tight spaces too hazardous for divers. It
is priced at $9,995.
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visit http://www.videoray.com.
Contact VideoRay LLC • 400 Eagleview Blvd. • Exton,
PA 19341 USA • Phone: (610) 458-3000 • FAX: (610) 458-3010 • www.videoray.com
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