designed and manufactured in Canada MarineNav Oceanus ROV systems consist of four core components

Constant design analysis and system improvements resulted in MarineNav ROVs becoming industry-leading inspection class vehicles.

In 2018, MarineNav introduced its first version of the Oceanus class ROV to consumers receiving great initial reviews. Increased year-to-year sales and an ever-growing distribution network have contributed to MarineNav inspection class ROVs being the proven choice of professionals working in diverse marine-sector industries.   

Rigorous testing and feedback from our valued customers have driven our research and development team to create a remotely operated vehicle that is rugged, durable and competitively priced. MarineNav’s ISO 9001 certification and quality management system ensure that each unit we produce adheres to the strictest standards and complies with customer requirements. Every ROV is hand-assembled from marine-grade ROV components, many of which are manufactured on-site.

1. THe Oceanus ROV

Image of MarineNav ROVs. From left; the Oceanus Pro, the Oceanus Ultimate and the Oceanus Mini
MarineNav Designed, Engineered and Manufactured In-House, In Canada

MarineNav’s Oceanus ROV standard features

Rugged and lightweight, ROV core construction of marine-grade machine-milled aluminum
Rugged and lightweight, ROV core construction of marine-grade machine-milled aluminum.

We build all MarineNav ROV systems by hand to strict ISO standards. We use the best quality marine-grade components, and assembling each unit by hand provides our clients with craftsmanship not seen in other ROV systems. Each system undergoes rigorous testing before delivery.

In-house anodizing finish applied to ROV metalwork provides superior protection from corrosion
The In-house anodizing process to ROV metalwork provides superior protection from corrosion.

MarineNav ROVs are built with anodized metalwork to better protect against corrosion and general wear. Our on-site anodizing service ensures all components meet the highest standard of finish.

Carbon fiber infused 3-D printed components created on-site from proprietary CAD design templates
Carbon fibre-infused 3-D printed components created on-site from proprietary CAD design templates.

Carbon fibre components are durable, especially in ice-cold water. Unlike typical plastic ROV components, these can endure drops, dirt, scrapes, and bumps.

3D print technology allows us to manufacture thruster components such as cowlings and props on-site, so replacement parts are always available.

Vectorized thrusters design and powerful engines enable true lateral ROV movement
Vectorized thrusters design and powerful engines enable true lateral ROV movement.

Capable of dynamic ROV motion that includes true lateral, forward, vertical and rotational movement, the vectorized thruster design provides unmatched ROV control and stability, even in strong currents. Increased levels of ROV stability offer users ease of piloting and operation of ROV accessories.

Re-designed proprietary camera gimbal system with vertical tilt functionality
Re-designed proprietary camera gimbal system with vertical tilt functionality.

Designed and 3D printed in-house, the camera gimbal provides vertical tilt functionality to ROV front camera system.

Vertical tilt control Mini-Lite & Mini ROV
+/- 160° vertical tilt.

Vertical tilt control Pro Classic & Ultimate ROV
full +/- 180° vertical tilt control.

1080P High Definition camera system with 120 degree field of view delivers stunning imagery
1080P High Definition camera system with 120 degree field of view delivers stunning imagery.

The internal camera system provides full 1080P streaming HD video and image capture with a 120° field of view.

Camera focus range Mini-Lite & Mini ROV
Fixed from 4" to infinity.

Camera focus range Pro Classic & Ultimate ROV
From the face of the front dome housing to infinity with manual control.

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Powerful 1500 Lumen lights with incremental brightness adjustment
Powerful 1500 Lumen lights with incremental brightness adjustment.

Oceanus ROVs feature the following light configurations:

Oceanus Mini-Lite & Mini ROV
Two front-facing 1500 Lumen lights.

Oceanus Pro Classic ROV 
Four front-facing 1500 Lumen lights.

Oceanus Ultimate ROV
Six front-facing 1500 Lumen lights and two rear-facing 1500 Lumen lights.

ROV auxiliary ports provide flexible options to accessorize your ROV
ROV auxiliary ports provide flexible options to accessorize your ROV.

Oceanus ROVs feature the following Auxiliary Port configurations:

Oceanus Mini-Lite & Mini ROV
1 auxiliary port: capable of 1 x RS485/Manip/ 15V DC.

Oceanus Pro Classic ROV
3 auxiliary port: capable of 1 x RS485
+ Manip/15V DC.

Oceanus Ultimate ROV
4 auxiliary ports: 1 x ethernet,
3 x RS485/Manip/12V/24 DC/aux camera.

MarineNav has applied over 15 years of expertise and experience developing marine-grade displays and computers to create the operational hub of the Oceanus ROV platform.

MarineNav’s Oceanus topside control case is a portable, self-contained IP-rated core component providing easy connectivity to the remaining ROV system components. A large viewing screen, a touch-sensitive ROV command screen, a variety of ports and a massive internal data drive are just some of the features that distinguish our ROV control system from our competitors.

2. the Oceanus topside control case and FCS software

The Oceanus Mini/Pro Topside ROV Control Case. 

The Oceanus Mini/Pro topside ROV control case is a core component of the Oceanus Mini and Oceanus Pro Classic ROV system.

Housed in a hardshell, IP-rated Nanuk case, the Mini/Pro topside ROV control case features a self-contained 18.5" video display panel, a 10.1" TFT touch-sensitive software interface panel, built-in i7 industrial computer with 1 TB SSD to store hours of images and video captured by the ROV camera system.

The operation hub of the ROV system in a portable hardshell case

The Oceanus Mini/Pro topside ROV control case

Standard Oceanus Mini/Pro topside features include:

  • IP Rated, Canadian manufactured transport cases
    With a reputation for building the world’s best protective cases, the NANUK 940 hard case was a natural fit to house our topside control system.
  • A topside control unit compatible with both the Oceanus Mini and Pro Classic ROVs
    Dual platform compatibility allows for easy ROV upgrades. Add another Mini or Pro Classic ROV to your existing Mini or Pro Classic ROV system.   
  • Lightweight, easily transported by a single person
    The Oceanus Mini/Pro topside case weighs approximately 19.41 kg (42.8 Lb)
  • Operational within 60 seconds
    ROV system setup is quick and easy with all topside connection ports labelled. The system power-up sequence is completed in a minimum of steps and topside FCS software launches within sixty seconds. Oceanus Mini/Pro power input: 100/240 V AC 50/60 Hz. 
  • Large primary video display
    18.5 inch TFT active matrix panel, 1600 nits brightness (full daylight readable), 1920 x 1080 resolution.
  • Touch-sensitive secondary display 
    10.1 inch TFT Touch active matrix panel, 1000 nits brightness (full daylight readable), 1280 x 800 resolution.
  • Built-in safety features
    GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) / circuit breaker and Isometer.
  • Topside port configurations
    Oceanus Mini/Pro: HDMI video out, 2 USBs, 1 LAN (Ethernet), 1 Multi-Port.
  • Massive internal data storage capacity
    Oceanus Mini/Pro: 1 Terabyte solid-state drive topside.

The 3000 Series Topside ROV Control Case. 

The 3000 Series topside ROV control case is a core component of the Oceanus P8 Pro and Oceanus Ultimate ROV system. Available as an optional system upgrade available to the Oceanus Pro Classic ROV system.

The 3000 series topside features dual built-in PCs. The primary i7 industrial computer features a massive 2 TB SSD. Used to run a majority of connected third-party software, the secondary computer is a Windows 11-based PC with 256 GB SSD. The secondary computer and ROV video feed can be displayed in full-screen, PIP or 50/50 split viewing modes on a self-contained 18.5" display panel. The ROV topside and secondary Windows PC have extra built-in HDMI video output ports offering the convenience of sharing streaming data to an external monitor. 3192 watts of power delivers more than double the power to the thrusters and is ideal for heavier power draw ROV accessories.

3000 series topside with dual built-in computers
Detail of the 3000 series topside base connectors and 10.1 touch-sensitive FCS software screen
Detail of the 3000 series topside lid with 18.5 video panel and built-in secondary computer connection ports
Close-up of 3000 series secondary computer connection ports

Standard Oceanus 3000 Series topside features include:

  • IP Rated, Canadian manufactured transport cases
    With a reputation for building the world’s best protective cases, the NANUK 940 hard case was a natural fit to house our topside control system.
  • Dual built-in PCs
    Primary computer - i7 industrial with 2 TB solid state drive. 
    Secondary computer - Elk Lake CPU, 8 GB RAM, Windows 11-based PC with 256 GB SSD storage.
  • Lightweight, easily transported by a single person
    The 3000 series topside weighs approximately 20.65 kg (45.5 Lb).
  • Operational within 60 seconds
    ROV system setup is quick and easy with all topside connection ports labelled. The system power-up sequence is completed in a minimum of steps and topside FCS software launches within sixty seconds. The recommended power input is 110-240 VAC, 3000 watts. External PSU is available as an optional system upgrade.
  • Large primary video display
    18.5 inch TFT active matrix panel, 1600 nits brightness (full daylight readable), 1920 x 1080 resolution.
  • Touch-sensitive secondary display 
    10.1 inch TFT Touch active matrix panel, 1000 nits brightness (full daylight readable), 1280 x 800 resolution.
  • Built-in safety features
    GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)/circuit breaker and Isometer.
  • Topside port configurations
    Primary computer: 3 USB, 1 LAN (Ethernet), 1 Multi-Port.
    Secondary computer: 4 USB, HDMI out, Wi-Fi, connection to ROV via Ethernet switch.
  • Wireless connectivity
    Wi-Fi video broadcast to multiple devices simultaneously via integrated antenna, Wireless specification 802.11 ac/b/g/n on 2.4/5 GHZ.

Every topside control case is equipped with MarineNav’s proprietary Flight Control System (FCS) software

Responding to customer feedback and recommendations, our software developers worked with our engineers to create our Flight Control System software, an all-in-one, easy-to-use software interface, fully integrated to function with the Oceanus joystick hand-held controller.  FCS software displays critical streaming ROV readings and data while providing easy access to major ROV functions without distraction while flying the ROV. 

Full working versions of MarineNav’s Flight Control System software are included with the Oceanus Mini, Pro and Ultimate ROV systems. MarineNav’s Oceanus Mini-Lite ROV features a lite version of FCS software specially adapted to work on the included PC tablet.

  • Controlled from a dedicated 10.1" resistive touch screen separate from the video viewing monitor (Mini, Pro Classic, P8 Pro and Ultimate ROV Systems).
  • IMU sensors are always on, integrated with an accelerometer and magnetometer. Measuring telemetry includes tilt, roll, pitch, heading, auto heading and depth functions.
  • Depth gauge calibrated in feet or meters (user-selectable).
  • Settings are saved internally and persist through power cycles.
  • Lock ROV position by touch command.
  • Expand software modules and use sliders.
  • Export dive history data to .CSV format file.
  • Drag and drop file transfer interface.
  • Video saved to the topside internal PC hard drive as either .MKV or .MP4 file formats.
MarineNav's Flight Control System software (FCS) software is a touch-sensitive user interface displaying streaming data of the ROV while in flight

MarineNav’s proprietary Flight Control System software displays streaming data of your ROV system in flight. Monitor and control ROV functions via a touch-sensitive 10.1 TFT panel.
MarineNav’s Heads Up Display (HUD) displays essential ROV flight behaviour in real-time as a data overlay on the topside video screen. HUD data display opacity can be adjusted and recorded to video or image capture.

Topside Heads Up Display (HUD)

The Heads Up Display (HUD) is an ROV flight data interface displayed as an overlay on the topside’s video panel. The HUD interface displays essential ROV readings users normally refer to within the Flight Control System software interface. This allows users to focus on piloting the ROV. The Heads Up Display data interface is customizable, users can toggle between two interface designs, or turn off the HUD interface if preferred. All HUD overlay data will be recorded as part of the video feed when the on-board camera's record function is engaged.

Constructed from marine-grade materials, MarineNav's Oceanus joystick/hand-held controllers are IP-rated to withstand harsh weather and feature plug-and-play functionality via connection to the Oceanus topside via one of the available USB ports.

The Oceanus Mini, Pro Classic and Ultimate ROV include a version of MarineNav’s Oceanus joystick/hand-held controller. ROV hand-held controllers function in unison with the proprietary Flight Control System software. Simple button commands provide access to the most crucial ROV functions, while a combination of joystick and secondary dials or thumbwheels provide intuitive ROV piloting. Fitting comfortably in your hands, all controllers feature thoughtfully designed button placement for ease of use.
× The Oceanus hand-held controller (v3.0) is included with the Oceanus Mini and Oceanus Pro Classic ROV systems and is sold as an optional upgrade for the Oceanus Mini-Lite ROV system.

3. The Oceanus Rov Joystick / hand-held controller

From left: Oceanus Handcontroller (v2.1) developed for the Oceanus Mini and Pro, Oceanus Ultimate Handcontroller (v4) developed for use with the Oceanus Ultimate, and the Oceanus Handcontroller (v3). An optional upgrade available for use with the Oceanus Mini and Pro ROV systems

Oceanus joystick/hand-held controller features include:

  • Rugged construction, IP65-rated
    Rugged construction using marine-grade components, MarineNav hand-held controllers can resist bumps, impacts and drops. And with an IP65 rating, the Oceanus Hand-held Controllers withstand harsh weather conditions.
  • 3-axis joystick featuring Hall-effect technologies
    Responsive ROV thruster momentum is achieved when directing the joystick in relative directions. Rotational control provides left or right turns.
  • Precise ROV depth control
    MarineNav Oceanus hand-held controllers feature a side potentiometer dial (v2.1) or a responsive thumbwheel slider (v3.0 and v4.0).
  • Button commands engage the ROV thrusters
    Button commands control ROV horizontal thrusters. Press and hold buttons to increase velocity, creating forward or reverse ROV momentum.
  • Button commands control the camera gimbal and camera functions
    Button commands control camera gimbal tilt movement, video recording and image capture.
  • Button commands control ROV lights
    Use button commands to increase or decrease the strength of ROV lights in incremental amounts of 10% power.
  • Pitch and roll control (Ultimate ROV)
    MarineNav’s (v4.0) hand-held controller features micro-joystick control of ROV pitch and roll momentum.
  • Control ROV manipulators
    Button commands control single-axis manipulator jaw open and close actions (v2.1). The rotating manipulator features an integrated design to respond to button commands from handheld controllers (v3.0) and (v4.0). The jaw open and close function and rotating head movement are all achieved via corresponding button commands. 

Top view of main button array of MarineNav Hand Controllers
Side by side view of the Oceanus Hand Controller (v2.1) and the Oceanus Ultimate Hand controller (v4.0) developed for the Oceanus Ultimate)
The Oceanus Hand Controller (v3.0) is an optional upgrade for use with MarineNav's Oceanus Mini and Pro ROV systems
The Oceanus Hand Controller (v3.0) is an optional upgrade for use with MarineNav's Oceanus Mini and Pro ROV systems
The Oceanus Ultimate Hand Controller with command button array, thumb wheel, micro joystick and main joystick controls
The Oceanus Ultimate Hand Controller features two micro-joysticks
MarineNav Designed, Engineered and Manufactured In-House, In Canada
The ROV tether cable connects the ROV to the topside control case, providing communications, video, and a pair of independent auxiliary conductors for ROV accessories.

The tether cable consists of conductors, an aramid strength member, a flotation material, and an outer jacket. Tether strain relief clips constructed from marine-grade metals at all connection points prevent ROV separation and potential damage to the connected tether.

ROV tether manufactured on-site to custom lengths of up to 500 meters. Connect two tether cable segments to a maximum of 450 meters. Connect three cable segments for a maximum of 400 meters.

Contact MarineNav for optional fibre optic tether and tether system upgrade options.
MarineNav sources tether from Canadian manufacturers. MarineNav manufactures the male and female tether connecting ends, with the final assembly completed on-site. 

4. MarineNAV’s Oceanus neutrally buoyant tether

Close-up detail of MarineNav's 8-pin connector ends. MarineNav creates bespoke lengths of neutrally buoyant tether up to 500m in length


Neutrally buoyant tether with 9-pin tether connector ends

Fibre optic communications & tether

Optional upgrade available for the Oceanus Pro Classic, P8 Pro, and Ultimate ROV systems

Upgrade by adding fibre optic communications to your Oceanus Pro Classic, P8 Pro or Ultimate ROV system to utilise our fibre optic tether for gigabyte Ethernet transfer speeds. Fibre optic tether is ideal when using ROV accessories that generate large amounts of data. You can use over 400m of fibre optic tether without an optional battery supply to the ROV. Battery packs are a requirement when operating on tether lengths of 500m to 4km. Standard fibre optic tether measures 11mm in diameter and carries data over fibre optic and power over copper. Slim fibre optic tether measures less than 6mm in diameter and transfers data only. An optional ROV battery pack is required when using slim tether. Contact MarineNav for more information >

Terms and conditions

* The three-year limited warranty extension is available when an eligible MarineNav Oceanus ROV system is registered within the first year of purchase. For the warranty to remain valid, all scheduled ROV maintenance must be completed as outlined by the manufacturer’s guidelines. At the end of the regular two-year limited warranty period, a third-year extension is provided to customers who adhere to all regimented ROV maintenance. Limited warranty restrictions apply. Contact MarineNav for full details.
× The Oceanus Hand-held Controller (v3.0) is an optional ROV system upgrade for customers who purchase MarineNav's Oceanus Mini Lite ROV systems.

MarineNav Ltd. is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company. Our certified Quality Management System ensures that each unit we produce adheres to the strictest standards and complies with customer requirements. While we strive to ensure the accuracy of all items and descriptions in this document, this is not always possible. Specifications, options, pricing, and product availability are subject to change without notice. Errors and omissions excepted. We reserve the right to limit quantities.

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