Pacific Surfliner Head-End (2-Disc) on DVD by Facing Point Media

Rated 4.58/5 (36 Votes)

Pacific Surfliner Head-End (2-Disc) on DVD by Facing Point Media

Experience the thrill of running Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner trains along the coast at 90 MPH! The perfect tool to help you get qualified on the Surfliner's "South End". This Double-disc DVD set includes every inch of territory between LA and San Diego, along with useful location information, signal indications, and speed limits. Realtime milepost data is available in the DVD's special features.

Recorded digitally with Sony Hi-Def cameras using stereo microphones located at various positions within the locomotive, this DVD set is the most realistic way to experience modern, hi-speed passenger train operations in a busy passenger corridor along some of the most beautiful scenery in the country.

In addition to the head-end video, this set includes a complete tour of the Surfliner locomotive and passenger cars, along with some exciting run-by action and outtake footage.

Running time 3 Hours. Color / Stereo Sound. Cab Ride

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Length: 180

Item#: FPMPS10

Screen: Full Screen

Format:

DVD-R

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Region Code: 0 Worldwide NTSC

Customer Reviews
Added 2008-10-01 04:56:52 by Bruce Kennewell
I have a dozen or so "train" videos and a couple of those are cab-view products. They are good - very enjoyable, in fact. But this one simply surpasses all the others, in my opinion, for the simple facts that there is no narration; the camera view is fixed (does not pan around inside the cab) and provides an excellent field of view and finally that important information is displayed graphically in a vertical arrangement on the RH side of the screen. This info consists of train speed, current speed limit for the track, maximum turnout speed, signal aspect and location of that signal. This display never really intrudes and after a short time just becomes part of the view, so-to-speak. The only negative on the display is the sharpness (resolution) as seen on my TV and also my PC. I understand that this was shot in High Definition, so I would have expected it to be much sharper than it is. Perhaps it is a PAL vs NTSC situation (I'm in Australia) - I don't really know - but for me it was somewhat disappointing when everything else was so good. The audio is of excellent quality and you really feel that you are THERE and the train sounds coupled with the communications between train and control are crisp and clear. The extras provided on the DVDs also add to the value; the walk-around & through the train, the run-by's and train meets.....all enhance what is already a top-shelf package. Great stuff and I highly recommend it. It's something that you'll watch over and over. P.S. The service from TrainVideo Depot was exemplary - a six-day turnaround from receipt of order to the package landing in my mail-box - and communication from the vendor was also excellent. Bruce Kennewell Canberra Australia

Additional remarks by Bruce Kennewell: Narration: There was no narration. Would kids enjoy this? Maybe. Image quality: A little rough around the edges. DVD Value: Excellent Value! Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!
Added 2008-07-05 15:50:55 by trainfiend
Great DVD! This shows the entire trip from LA to SD on the Surfliner from the cab. The image quality is amazingly good, and there is just so much going on during the trip. Radio chatter, MPH, signals, blocks and more. We really enjoyed it. And my son loves it too! Luckily there are no grooves on a DVD as he would have worn this thing out by now.

Additional remarks by trainfiend: Narration: There was no narration. Would kids enjoy this? Definitely! Image quality: Excellent! DVD Value: Excellent Value! Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!
Added 2008-06-30 11:47:02 by Metrolinkkid874
This is probably the BEST train video I have ever purchased!! Everything about it is great. The audio is amazing and the image quality is fantastic. You can even hear the engineer's radio. If you like cab rides you will love this video!!

Additional remarks by Metrolinkkid874: Narration: There was no narration. Would kids enjoy this? Definitely! Image quality: Excellent! DVD Value: Excellent Value! Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!
Added 2008-05-28 10:14:07 by Trainman Sez
What a trip! The whole run from LA to San Diego! If you like cab rides, then this one is for you!

Additional remarks by Trainman Sez: Narration: There was no narration. Would kids enjoy this? I doubt it. Image quality: Excellent! DVD Value: Excellent Value! Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!
Added 2008-05-22 03:25:35 by Trainman502
This is the best DVD that I have purchased, the quality is excellent and I will watch this many times.10/10 Brian

Additional remarks by Trainman502: Narration: There was no narration. Would kids enjoy this? Definitely! Image quality: Excellent! DVD Value: Excellent Value! Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!
Added 2008-04-21 18:08:38 by rrvideoman
Wow. An absolutely fantastic video. There is nothing quite like it made by any one, any where. A head end view from Los Angeles all the way to San Diego California. With screen graphics along the way, you always know where you are, what is coming for the train in route which includes the light signals as the crew sees it. Watch as the viewer see all the sidings, crossovers, wyes, and much of the landscape along the way. There is so much in this video that it will be viewed many times over. It's being in the locomotive from from your living room. Top marks for one of the finest videos made.

Added 2008-01-08 02:20:14 by Nick
Just viewed the video, and I must say A++++ on the ride!!! Great for those you have Facing Point's Surfliner Add-on for MSTS, which lets you see the real route, before you go to the sim version!!! But for those who don't, still an awesome video. Full audio, radio communications, speed, signals, stations, mileposts, and more... Everything you could ask for, and also a full tour of the Surfliner trainset!!! Highly recommend, for Surfliner lovers, and all others....

Added 2007-08-29 01:59:56 by Train Video Depot Crew
This is a VERY different DVD. We're not sure of the origins of this particular 2-Disc DVD, but we're pretty sure it's a quasi-training DVD for a Microsoft Train Simulator Add-On that they once distributed. At the end of the video it states "Would you like to run your own Surfliner?". Well the web address they provide is no longer valid, and the status of the add-on for the simulator is unknown as well. What we do know is that this is a very high quality DVD. It's basically the entire trip from Los Angeles to San Diego in real time. What makes the movie so unique is that the camera is situated without obstructions (except for a little bit of the windshield), and the camera does not pan around. It just sits there the entire ride. Superimposed on the screen is the real time speed of the locomotive, the block name, the signal status, milepost marker and permitted speed. It's real interesting to watch and unlike anything we've seen before. The special features include some weather running (rain, fog, night), train meets, and an interesting tour of the consist. It's a little pricey (we've tried to bring the price down from list), and it's probably not everyone's cup of tea, but we think you'll find it an interesting addition to your collection.

Additional remarks by Train Video Depot Crew: Narration: There was no narration. Would kids enjoy this? Definitely! Image quality: Excellent! DVD Value: Good Value Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!