Mobile Command Center Development
Stage 1
We are currently developing a mobile command center at CTEH. I have been put in charge of the technological aspects (communications, multimedia, etc.). The command center is a BigFoot model from Pace American with a custom interior designed for a mobile command operations center. There is one large "war" room and 2 additional workspace rooms. One room is will be the control center for all the multimedia/technology components, and the other is for sample preparation and equipment maintainence. The trailer is still being built and I am going down next week to assist in the multimedia wiring. The project will last until mid August and I plan to document our progress on my blog. Here are a few features I have set in stone so far:
1. We have 7 total audio/video ports in the trailer that will be wired with VGA, S-Video, Composite, Coax and stereo.
2. Satellite internet access via Optistreams Aetheron Series (Capable of 4 Mbps up and down $$$$$$)
3. 30 ft. telescopic mast antenna from Will-Burt Company
4. Indoor and outdoor speaker system
5. Custom roof rack to mount additional communications equipment
6. VOIP hardware
7. DVD/VCR, Dish Network, Standard TV antenna
8. Sony SNC-RZ30 PTZ Network camera (top of 30 ft. mast)
9. Junxion Box (backup internet access)
10. Advanced VGA and composite switches.
There are tons of additional things that I want to add on and maybe I will get the opportunity to. Stay tuned...
