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C-SPAN’s
“Washington Your Way” Experience - The Digital Bus
C-SPAN, a public cable
network, came to CMI for the
creation of a 'Digital Bus' that would show off its amazing
technological
capabilities. The Prevost H3-45
is C-SPAN's cross-country multi-media educational vehicle, built
for a new age. This bus will travel around the country educating
people in current events and
public affairs... and it will do so in a way that no vehicle
ever has!
C-SPAN and Creative Mobile Interiors took environmental concerns into consideration when
building and buying this vehicle. An effort was made to use
renewable and reusable materials whenever and wherever possible.
Features include the use of bamboo, LED lighting and sustainable Corian materials
throughout. The Prevost coach’s engine
technology also meets strict EPA environmental standards.
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Prior to
the conversion, the bus drove about advertising the
upcoming summer 2010 launch. Once completed the
buses exterior changed clothes (vinyl wrap) to reflect
its completion. The exterior also includes an outdoor
46” TV and two side awnings. For circulation and
accessibility purposes, a second door was installed with a wheelchair lift and
custom removable steps.
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This phenomenon-on-wheels is sure to impress even the
biggest tech-lovers. Upon entering the bus, visitors are led up
an LED lit stair well wrapped with custom curved handrails. As
soon as they round the large column (covered in small
monitors) they are blown over with the energy
emanating from the interior of this one-of-a-kind beauty. A total
of five TVs, three laptops, four touch screen kiosks and a high
charged audio system surround you in an extreme sensory
experience that amplifies the atmosphere to amazing levels.
Other A/V equipment includes a Kenwood
multimedia DVD receiver with navigation & Bluetooth,
built-in Garmin navigation, Integra 4-Zone
Receiver, premium 6.5 stereo surround sound, an RF
Antenna Road Star RS-2000 Omni-directional built-in, solid state
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The first section includes a 42” LCD TV and
a kiosk. The second, adjoining area, has another kiosk and two 32”
LCD TVs. The TVs in both rooms have the capability to display
cable, satellite or DVD from any of the four Bluray players.
These options help demonstrate the main product – C-SPAN's
multiple television networks.
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Each of the kiosks feature two
interactive 23” HP touch screens which display custom
C-SPAN web offerings, video library resources, and a
trivia game. The kiosks are also equipped with webcams to gather ideas
and opinions on national issues.
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Near the
middle of the coach are two metal columns that support the
solid acrylic pocket doors. Beyond the acrylic
dividers is the second entrance/exit door and a
three-laptop workstation comprised of a curved bamboo desk and
bar stools. A little further back is the presentation room. This
area features a 46” LCD TV, an incredible SMARTBoard and
a unique J-lounge. Here, C-SPAN hosts workshops and
presentations to show off all of the exciting interactive
services they offer.
The J-lounge is made up of portable chair pods that can be moved out of the way
to allow a green screen
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The final area, behind a curved
wall and pocket door, includes a comfortable lavatory, an A/V rack, and a galley complete
with sink, refrigerator and microwave. Check out our
Virtual Tour page
to see live broadcast tours of the Digital Bus!
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