exploreHD 3.0 (400m) UUV/ROV/AUV USB Machine Vision Camera (Epoxy & JST Crimps)
Description
- exploreHD 3.0 UUV/ROV/AUV USB Machine Vision Camera
- Penetrator: Epoxy Potted, Cable End: JST Crimps
- Water-Resistance Depth: 400 m
- Equipped with a modern Sony sensor
- Integrated H.264 compression technology
- Waterproof Rating: IP69K
- Communication: USB Video Class (UVC Compliant)
The exploreHD 3.0 (400m) UUV/ROV/AUV USB Machine Vision Camera (Epoxy & JST Crimps) 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 AI image processing, exploreHDs have exceptional color fidelity, producing pleasing natural images.
With integrated H.264 compression technology and the 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.

Multicam And Computer Vision Capable
With built-in H.264 compression, up to 7 cameras can be connected and streamed in HD using a mini-computer like a Raspberry Pi without major loss of quality or high latency. Open-source software is available with thorough documentation for streaming capabilities. Additionally, because the camera can be connected directly to a single board computer, this is the first subsea camera to be computer vision capable out of the box. No additional adapters or converters are needed.
DWE OS Plug And Play
Turn the exploreHD into an IP camera with the 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.
High Depth Rating
This camera is housed in a durable anodized 6061-T6 aluminum case that can survive depths of up to 400 meters, making it suitable for many marine applications.

High-Quality Image
With the combination of a modern Sony sensor and a state of the art image processing software, this camera provides an image that is sharp and clear even in low light.
Advanced Image Processing
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.
Scratch Resistant Glass
The 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 the 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.
- 1x exploreHD USB Camera
- 1x exploreHD Metal Bracket
- 1x PAP-04V-S JST Housing
- 2x M2x0.4 Screw for Mount
Size
- Cable Diameter (OD): 4 mm
- Cable Length: 1 m
- Water-Resistance Depth: 400 m
Camera
- Image Sensor: 1/2.9 inch Sony Exmor CMOS 12-bit
- Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Adjustable down to 360p)
- Framerate: 30 fps with H.264 / MJPEG
- Format: H.264, MJPEG, YUY2
- Chroma Subsampling: 4:2:2 / 4:2:0
- Color Depth: 8 bit
- Bitrate: 10 Mb/s with H.264
- Streaming Latency: 35 ms ± 20
- Connection: USB 2.0 High Speed
- Voltage: 5 V
- Current: 250 mA
- Wattage: <1.5 W
- Communication: USB Video Class (UVC Compliant)
Lens
- Type: Fisheye
- Lens Aperture: f/1.9
- View Angle: 150 Degrees Diagonal (in water)
- Minimum Focus Distance: 20 - 30 cm
Waterproof
- Ingress Protection Rating: IP69K
Mechanical
- Weight in Air: 75 g
- Weight in Water: 60 g
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