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Omnitrack User Guide
  • Omnitrack User Guide
  • Quick Start for BlueROV Users
    • Omnitrack Base System with Tether
    • Omnitrack Base System with Wi-Fi
  • Omnitrack Configurations
    • Base System with Tether
    • Base System with Wi-Fi
    • Enhanced System with BaseStation Plus
    • ROV Locator (ROVL)
    • GNSS Compass
    • Power-over-Ethernet Communication
    • Tracker 650
    • Laptop
    • Wi-Fi
  • System Startup (BlueROV)
    • ROV Startup
    • Tracker 650 Startup
    • ROV Locator Startup
  • Standard Blue Robotics Ecosystem Internet Protocol (IP) Addresses
  • Topside ROV Locator Floatation and Mounting Options
    • Ring Buoy
    • BlueBoat
    • Blue Buoy
    • User-Supplied Float and Rigid Mount
  • Interface Connection Options for the Topside ROV Locator in an Omnitrack System
    • Interface via Tether (POE cable)
    • Interface via a BlueBoat
    • Wi-Fi Module
  • Wi-Fi Module System
    • Choosing Wi-Fi Radio Configurations
    • Configuring the Wi-Fi Radios
    • Configuring Country and Antenna Gain Settings
  • GNSS Compass Mounting Dimensions
  • Setting Up your Computer for Wired (Power-Over-Ethernet) Connection
  • BaseStation Plus
    • Setting Up the BaseStation Plus for Omnitrack (without BlueBoat)
    • Setting Up the BaseStation Plus for Omnitrack (with BlueBoat)
    • Setting Up the BaseStation Plus -- All Versions
  • Bridging the BlueROV Network and the Omnitrack Network
  • Installing an Ethernet Switch in a BlueROV Topside Tether Interface
    • Overview
    • The Tether Ethernet Switch and Cable
    • Connecting to the Tether Network
    • Connecting to the Tether Interface Power
    • Re-Assembly
  • Omnitrack Assembly Instructions
    • General -- Applies to All Assemblies
    • BlueBoat/BlueBuoy Assembly
      • Identify Parts
      • Assemble the Sting
      • Assemble the GNSS Crossbar
      • Install Mounting Hardware
      • Install Lanyards
      • Adjust Breakaway Latch
    • Ring Buoy Assembly
      • Identify Parts
      • Assemble the Sting
      • Assemble the GNSS Crossbar
      • Install Mounting Hardware
      • Assemble the System
    • Attach the Electronics
    • Prepare Wiring Harness
  • Bench Testing and Simulation
    • ROVL Simulation
    • IMU Simulation
    • GNSS Compass Position Simulation
    • GNSS Compass Heading Simulation
  • Hints and Tips
  • Copyright
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  1. Topside ROV Locator Floatation and Mounting Options

Blue Buoy

PreviousBlueBoatNextUser-Supplied Float and Rigid Mount

Last updated 13 days ago

Using a BlueBoat for floatation is a bit expensive. Still, the BlueBoat is easier to drag than a ring buoy.

A less expensive alternative is to purchase just a set of flats and crossbars from Blue Robotics. It's currently about $850 for this minimal set of parts.

If you expect heavy seas, rain, or long-term deployment, you'll want to improvise covers for the penetrator holes and hatch holes. Otherwise, just leave them open. You can also stuff "swimming noodle" foam tubes into the hull to provide emergency floatation.

The same Omnitrack mounting kit that fits the BlueBoat will fit your Blue Buoy.