Description

Providing underwater robots the ability to perceive the ocean is an important mission behind our cameras. With the exploreHD Multiplexer, you can now connect 7 cameras in one port with low latency and extreme reliability. Whether you are looking to increase the efficiency in your mission, improve the capabilities in your autonomous systems, or add further tooling options in your vehicle, the exploreHD Multiplexer board will enable you to complete these goals by providing you with the vision needed. 

Designed to be as easy to use as possible: plug and play with our cameras, no soldering required, no drivers needed, easy to mount on the most popular underwater systems (BlueROV, Raspberry Pi, etc).

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CORE FEATURES

Three DeepWater Exploration exploreHD subsea cameras connected to a DWE 7-Port USB Multiplexer board, demonstrating a multi-camera configuration for ROV, AUV, or other underwater systems requiring multiple USB 2.0 device inputs via JST connectors.

Plug & Play Experience

With our new option to purchase the exploreHD with pre-installed PAP-04V-S JST crimps, you can easily connect your cameras to the multiplexer board with no soldering required.

Connection diagram of the DeepWater Exploration 7-Port USB Multiplexer, showing seven USB inputs (e.g., for subsea cameras) consolidated to a single USB Type-C output connected to a Raspberry Pi. This illustrates a compact solution for multi-device integration on marine robotics platforms.

Connect Multiple Cameras to One Board

Thanks to our innovative switcher design, connect up to 7 exploreHD cameras through a single USB port, all while preserving each camera's low latency and high reliability.

Our plug-and-play software compatibility lets you effortlessly adjust bitrate, compression format, streaming options, and more.

MOUNTING OPTIONS

The DeepWater Exploration 7-Port USB Multiplexer board shown mounted directly on top of a Raspberry Pi, illustrating a compact and integrated solution for expanding USB connectivity for multiple devices in ROV, AUV, and embedded subsea systems.

Raspberry Pi

The screw holes on the exploreHD Multiplexer are precisely aligned with those on the Raspberry Pi, allowing for a seamless, space-saving installation right on the back. The exact cut-outs ensure your connectors fit perfectly.

Installation example of a DeepWater Exploration exploreHD subsea camera and 7-Port USB Multiplexer within a BlueROV2, demonstrating a compact and integrated solution for adding advanced DWE imaging systems to the popular ROV platform.

BlueROV Electronic Stack

The exploreHD Multiplexer features four additional screw holes, perfectly enabling integration with the Blue Robotics BlueROV and BlueROV2 electronics stack. Using four standoffs, it mounts cleanly on top of the Tether Interface Unit, ensuring all functions remain unobstructed.