Blueye X3 Equipment

Oculus M3000d Dual-Frequency Multibeam Sonar

The benchmark in multibeam imaging sonars. The Oculus M-Series offers single and dual-frequency models, unparalleled image quality in a compact, rugged form factor, and a depth rating of 500 m.

Supplier
Blueprint Subsea
Oculus M750d product image

The integration with the Blueye X3 ROV enables the operator to adjust the sonar vertically from -30° to 30° directly from the Blueye app.

  • Operating frequency: 1.2MHz / 3.0MHz

  • Range: 30m / 5m

  • Horizontal Aperture: 130° / 40°

  • Vertical Aperture: 20° / 20°

Tilting the Oculus in the Blueye App
Blueye X3 with oculus, servo and large skid

Technical Specifications

Oculus M3000d Dual-Frequency Multibeam Sonar

The benchmark in multibeam imaging sonars. The Oculus M-Series offers single and dual-frequency models, unparalleled image quality in a compact, rugged form factor, and a depth rating of 500 m.

Mechanical

Dimensions

122 mm (L) x 122 mm (W) x 62 mm (H)

Construction

Anodised Aluminium

Weight

980 g (Air), 360 g (Water)

Depth Rating

500 m

Temp. Range (operating)

-5°C up to +35°C

Temp. Range (Storage)

-20°C up to +50°C

Performance

Operating Frequency

1.2 MHz / 3.0 MHz

Range (maximum)

30 m / 5 m

Range (minimum)

0.1 m

Range Resolution

2.5 mm / 2 mm

Update Rate (maximum)

40 Hz

Horizontal Aperture

130° / 40°

Vertical Aperture

20° / 20°

Number of Beams (maximum)

512

Angular Resolution

0.6 ° / 0.4°

Beam Separation

0.25° / 0.1°

Electrical

Connector

Impulse IE55 Series, 6-way

Communications

4-wire 100-BaseT Ethernet 2-wire DSL extender module

Supply Voltage

12 V to 32 V DC non-isolated

Power Consumption

10 W to 35 W (model and range dependent)

Integrated Sensor

Water pressure and temperature (for Velocity-of-Sound calculations)