OU

OU - Operator Unit

The OU is the system interface for the operator. It is ergonomic and light and is equipped with control levers and buttons. All functions are programmable and can be adapted to the specific needs of the mine.

The Vehicle ID Key fits into a connector located at the front of the OU. This permits the synchronization of the OU and the MU.

Main features and benefits of the OU

User-friendly interface

The OU was designed with the Function/Hardware/Operator Equation in mind.

	The OU was ergonomically designed for easy and natural manoeuvres by the operator.
	The OU can be mounted on specially designed modular and adjustable shoulder harness.
	The OU comes with a standard Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) that indicates the vehicle's status and alarm messages.
	Multilanguage menus are available for the VFD display.
	Keyboard functions are supported by ISO symbols for fast and easy reading.
	Full proportional controls for precise remote operation.

Underground ready

The OU has been specifically designed for use in underground mining environments.

	Light and compact design - The OU weighs approximately 5kg and its dimensions are approximately 42 x 29 x 10cm.
	Rugged design - The OU is water and dust resistant, and with housing adapted to harsh underground conditions (NEMA 4 compliant).
	Rechargeable batteries - The OU can be powered with a rechargeable battery system designed for 8 hour shift. Electrical power supplies are also available (120VAC, 220VAC…)

Easily Upgradeable

The OU comes with standard built-in functions for easy upgrades. Most SIAMremote and SIAMguidance add-on options can be installed with only minor software configuration changes to the OU.

	Video assisted remote operation and related options.
	Teleoperation with video and sound.
	Automated mucking with SIAMload add-on.
	Automated tramming with SIAMguidance add-on.

Custom made

Primarily developed for LHDs, SIAMremote II can be configured for teleoperation of other underground fix or mobile equipment, such as rock breakers and drills. All functions on the operator unit are programmable and can be adapted to specific requirements.

Easy replacement for repair

Unlike conventional remote control systems, SIAMremote II uses a digital ID code attached to the vehicle for Remote/Vehicle synchronization. There is no need to uninstall everything on the vehicle to repair a broken OU. Simply change the OU and keep the Vehicle ID Key. The vehicle can then be sent back to production while the OU is being repaired.