Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART): Conference Rooms & Train Control Room AV Systems
INTRODUCTION
Creation Networks partnered with Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) to deliver two critical AV projects across their facilities. The scope included modernizing multiple conference rooms and upgrading the high-stakes Train Control Room that monitors transit operations 24/7.
Creation Networks provided complete design, engineering, procurement, installation, and programming for both phases, ensuring reliable, high-performance audiovisual systems that support daily operations, meetings, and mission-critical train monitoring.
PROJECT NAME
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)
LOCATION
San Francisco, CA
SIZE
9,000 SF
CHALLENGE
BART required robust, professional AV solutions that could:
- Deliver clear, intelligible communication in conference rooms for staff meetings and inter-departmental coordination.
- Provide high-brightness, reliable displays in the Train Control Room for continuous real-time monitoring of train movements and system status.
- Integrate professional intercom systems for instant, secure communication.
- Support 4K video distribution with long-distance signal extension.
- Meet strict transit agency standards for reliability, security, and 24/7 uptime.
- Maintain clean aesthetics while delivering industrial-grade durability.
THE SOLUTION
Creation Networks executed two successful phases:
Phase 1 – Conference Room AV & Intercom Systems Full AV fit-out including large-format displays, monitor carts, power management, video extension, and a comprehensive ClearCom wireless intercom system for seamless staff communication.
Phase 2 – Train Control Room Upgrades Installation of high-brightness outdoor-rated displays optimized for 24/7 control room visibility.
THE TECHNOLOGY
The deployments combined best-in-class hardware for reliability and performance:
Conference Room Systems
- LG 65UH5F-H 65" 4K UHD LED Large Format Monitors (Qty 4)
- Chief Medium Confidence Monitor Carts (MFMUB), vibration isolators, and support brackets
- Middle Atlantic NEXSYS surge-protected power distribution
- Atlona AT-HDR-EX-70C-RX receivers and AT-HDR-CAT-4 extenders for reliable 4K signal transmission
- BDM VPRO Multiview Lite
- Vaddio camera components
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ClearCom FreeSpeak II Wireless Intercom System:
- FSII-BASEII base station
- FSIIBP19X4U beltpacks (Qty 8)
- FSIITCVR19U transceivers (Qty 2)
- CC-300-X4 headsets, HS-6D, KB702, AC60, and U-BOX-X3
Train Control Room Displays
- Peerless-AV XHB5541 55" Xtreme High-Brightness Outdoor Displays (Qty 5) – designed for continuous operation in demanding environments
All systems were professionally installed with structured cabling, surge protection, and clean integration into BART’s secure infrastructure.
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RESULTS
Both projects were completed successfully and have delivered measurable improvements:
- Crystal-clear audio and video in conference rooms, enhancing collaboration across departments.
- Reliable, high-visibility displays in the Train Control Room for continuous monitoring of transit operations.
- Professional wireless intercom system enabling instant, secure team communication.
- Robust, future-ready infrastructure with excellent uptime and minimal maintenance.
BART staff now benefit from modern, dependable AV technology that supports safe, efficient transit operations across the Bay Area.
NEXT STEPS
Need reliable AV systems for transit facilities, control rooms, or conference spaces? Creation Networks specializes in BART AV installation, transit agency audiovisual systems, train control room displays, conference room technology, and ClearCom intercom solutions for government and transportation clients.
Visit creationnetworks.net to explore more transportation and government case studies and discover how we can deliver secure, high-performance AV solutions for your organization.
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