Increase the operating range of your battery-operated Aquabotix HydroView Mini Underwater ROV with this Extended Range Topside Box, which is available as an upgrade at the time of your ROV purchase. It's compatible with the HydroView Sport series vehicles, including the Sport, Max, and Plus, as well as all the Pro series ROVs. Compared to the standard box included with the vehicles, this one features additional electronics that strengthen the signal to the vehicle, allowing for an increased range of up to 500'. Aside from that difference, it's the same as the standard box and even has the same dimensions.
The topside box produces a Wi-Fi signal, which allows you to connect your iPad or PC / Mac computer for remote control of your HydroView via the free downloadable app. As an alternative to Wi-Fi, the built-in LAN connection enables the use of an optional Ethernet cable. Additionally, the topside box is used to turn the vehicle on/off and recharge the batteries inside it.
The device is water-resistant and features a watertight connector for attaching the cable connected to the vehicle. However, the box itself is not designed for use in the water. Connecting/power cables are not included here but are supplied with the HydroView ROVs. Optional cable extensions are also available.