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Technical Information for the exploreHD Pro.
Physical Specifications
| Depth Rating | 6000 meters |
| Safety Margin | 40% |
| Ingress Protection Rating | IP69K+ equivalent |
| Mass in Air | 246 grams |
| Mass in Water | 146 grams |
| Material | Naval-grade, Corrosion Resistant Aluminum - Black, Abrasion-Resistant, Hard-Anodized Coating |
| Front Port | Scratch-Resistant Sapphire with internal AR Coating |
Lens Specifications
| Specification | Aquagon |
|---|---|
| Type | Low-Distortion |
| Focal Length | 3.0mm |
| Lens Aperture | f/1.6 |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 25cm |
| Lens Element Count | 7 with 2 aspherical, 2 extra-low dispersion |
| Lens Coatings | DGS™ MULTI-COATING |
| Distortion | |
| Back Focal Length | 2.05mm |
| IR Filter | 650nm |
| Horizontal FOV (In Water) | 87° |
| Vertical FOV (In Water) | 56° |
| Diagonal FOV (In Water) | 95° |
Image Sensor Specifications
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8” Sony Exmor™ STARVIS CMOS |
| Sensor Color | RGB |
| Sensor Type | Back-Side Illuminated |
| Electronic Shutter Type | Rolling Shutter |
| Max Resolution | 1920x1080 |
| Max Framerate | 30fps with H.264/MJPEG |
| Color Channels | 3 |
| Bits Per Channel | 8 bits |
| Compression Formats | H.264 (Baseline), MJPEG, YUY2 |
| Connection | USB 2.0 High Speed / UVC Compliant / V4L2 Compatible |
| Spectral Sensitivity | See Graph Below |
Image Compression Specifications
| H.264 | MJPEG | YUY2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Baseline | — | — |
| Chroma Subsampling | 4:2:0 | 4:2:2 | 4:2:2 |
Supported Resolutions and Framerates
| Resolution | MJPEG & H.264 | YUY2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1920x1080 | 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 fps | 5 fps |
| 1280x720 | 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 fps | 5, 10 fps |
| 800x600 | 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 fps | 5, 10, 15 fps |
| 640x480 | 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 fps | 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 fps |
| 640x360 | 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 fps | 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 fps |
| 352x288 | 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 fps | 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 fps |
| 320x240 | 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 fps | 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 fps |
Software Requirements
| External Software | None Required (Plug-and-Play) |
| Protocol | UVC (USB Video Class) Compliant |
| Windows Support | Native Support - No drivers needed |
| macOS Support | Native Support - No drivers needed |
| Linux Support | Native Support - V4L2 compatible |
Zero Software Required
Because it is fully UVC compliant, it requires absolutely no proprietary drivers, external software, or libraries for retrieving images.While we provide helpful optional utilities like our Camera Tester and dweOS, these are strictly optional. You can plug the camera into your system and immediately view the feed using standard built-in camera applications (like Windows Camera, OBS, etc).
Bitrate Control Library
For specific advanced application using H.264 mode, you can manage the camera’s bitrate via our open-sourced bitrate control code.Bitrate Control Code
Bitrate Control README document.
Electrical Specifications
| Property | MJPEG Mode | H.264 Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 5V | 5V |
| Current | 250mA | 300mA |
| Current (Max) | 260mA | 320mA |
| Operating Wattage | 1.25W | 1.5W |
| Wattage (Min) | 0.004W | 0.004W |
| Wattage (Max) | 1.3W | 1.6W |
Connector Pinout
- SubConn MCBH8M
| SubConn MCBH8M (USB) Bulkhead | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Black : Ground |
| 2 | White : NC |
| 3 | Red : +5V |
| 4 | Green : NC |
| 5 | Orange : NC |
| 6 | Blue : NC |
| 7 | White/black : DATA - |
| 8 | Red/black : DATA + |
CAD Files
STEP File
exploreHD Pro STEP File
Technical Drawing
exploreHD Pro Technical Drawing (PDF)
Updating Firmware
Please check the product changelog, before updating firmware.
NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act) Compliance
This product is compliant with the latest applicable sections of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), specifically prohibiting the use of covered telecommunications equipment and services. We are fully committed to ensuring that none of the prohibited brands or components covered by the NDAA are utilized in this product. This compliance underscores our commitment to national security and provides assurance for government procurement and use.
CE (Conformité Européenne)
This product is CE certified, indicating conformance with relevant European Union directives and regulations regarding health, safety, and environmental protection. This certification validates that the product meets the high standards required for sale within the European Economic Area.