I hear about this "Observatron" thingy within Tommorow Land. Is it that thing where the Astro Orbiters originally were? And what purpose does it have? Is it just some funky statue or does (did) it move around and do something?
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It is an attraction situated in the same place where the Rocket Jets used to be. It has I think 5 arms facing outwards that have "radars" at the end and in the middle of the attraction is another "radar" looking thing. When it is in operation, every fifteen minutes, the Observatron begins spinning. As it does so it begins playing one of four musical scores edited specifically for the Observatron. These include the themes from the movies "Iron Will", "The Rocketeer", and "Le Visionarium" from Disneyland Paris (a.k.a. the Timekeeper from Disneyworld). The last score is the soundtrack to the original Space Mountain at Disneyland Paris. As the Observatron spins, the arms move up and down. Finally at the crescendo of each score, the middle radar which is in a closed position opens up like a blooming flower. Many people on these boards hate the Observatron, but I always liked it. Especially at night when the radars themselves would light up. I guess the budget was cut for this "attraction" as it was supposed to shoot out lasers as well. Nevertheless, I was always happy with the end result especially since it complemented the Rocket Rods loading are when they were working and added to the sense of movement in Tomorrowland.
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I remember reading somewhere that orginally the light show was also going to be done suring the day. WDI had a light so powerful it could be clearly seen during day. This however was not killed by budgets but that it was before Disneyland's airspace was closed and the FAA didn't like the idea.
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The Observatron is a gigantic neural transmitter stationed in Tomorrowland that emits subconscious signals directly into the cerebral cortex of Disneyland visitors. When a visitor enters the park and has their pass scanned, their identification, found within the barcode on their pass, is instantly transmitted to the Parkwide Observatron Operational Processing System, or POOPS. This system compiles and maintains data lists of all attractions, restaurants, and areas that a guest visits, compiling individualized demographics for every park guest. Then, every fifteen minutes, the Observatron gets the POOPS signals and begins to cycle. As the individual arms begin to extend and rotate, laser carried messages are shot out across the park into the minds of various guests, implanting urges to visit certain eateries or shops and purchase "guest specific" items. This is accomplished through the use of a program called Product Intensification, Neural Stimulation, or PINS. Thus, TDA is able to ensure a customer base for certain items which otherwise would not sell well.
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Originally posted by JazzmanThe Observatron is a gigantic neural transmitter stationed in Tomorrowland that emits subconscious signals directly into the cerebral cortex of Disneyland visitors. When a visitor enters the park and has their pass scanned, their identification, found within the barcode on their pass, is instantly transmitted to the Parkwide Observatron Operational Processing System, or POOPS. This system compiles and maintains data lists of all attractions, restaurants, and areas that a guest visits, compiling individualized demographics for every park guest. Then, every fifteen minutes, the Observatron gets the POOPS signals and begins to cycle. As the individual arms begin to extend and rotate, laser carried messages are shot out across the park into the minds of various guests, implanting urges to visit certain eateries or shops and purchase "guest specific" items. This is accomplished through the use of a program called Product Intensification, Neural Stimulation, or PINS. Thus, TDA is able to ensure a customer base for certain items which otherwise would not sell well.
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Originally posted by JazzmanThe Observatron is a gigantic neural transmitter stationed in Tomorrowland that emits subconscious signals directly into the cerebral cortex of Disneyland visitors. When a visitor enters the park and has their pass scanned, their identification, found within the barcode on their pass, is instantly transmitted to the Parkwide Observatron Operational Processing System, or POOPS. This system compiles and maintains data lists of all attractions, restaurants, and areas that a guest visits, compiling individualized demographics for every park guest. Then, every fifteen minutes, the Observatron gets the POOPS signals and begins to cycle. As the individual arms begin to extend and rotate, laser carried messages are shot out across the park into the minds of various guests, implanting urges to visit certain eateries or shops and purchase "guest specific" items. This is accomplished through the use of a program called Product Intensification, Neural Stimulation, or PINS. Thus, TDA is able to ensure a customer base for certain items which otherwise would not sell well.
Interesting.. and Hilarious... Fits perfectly...
I wish it worked.. and was what it was designed to be at least...
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Real truth..
The "Observatron" is still there because it will become the title of the next Jerry Bruckheimer movie. "Observatron, countdown to extinction" opens this summer and according to leaks at the studio and jim Hill, the plot goes something like this. There is an ancient device programmed to guard the galaxy..The old Observatron, but there is an evil emperor (Borg Pressler) who is closing the galaxy a planet at a time in trade for pins. The observatron has sent a message out to anyone who had gold touchup paint and an idea to put into the Carousel Theater. An alien circus circles the old observatron, only to find out it is a rusted carny ride from earth. Then there's some love scene with the hero Brad Pitt and Lindsey Lohan and a cute robot. I think Herbie shows up eventually and fights off a few Rocket Rods with a Churro.
Pressler is defeated when he's thrown into this sucking black hole called The Gap. Ron Miller directs."As usual he's taken over the coolest spot in the house"- Father re: Orville 1963
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The Observatron was interesting... when it worked. I have to admit, though, that I never really "got" it. While it added a bit of movement to Tomorrowland, I though of it more as just a sad reminder of what used to be there.
I think that calling it an "attraction" is going a bit too far (don't you think? Indupidubly!)"George Bush... is only for now."
Avenue Q
Just because it's gone doesn't mean I changed my mind! :cwink:
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I always liked the observatron (when it worked, that is...). It added the movement that Tomorrowland needed and complemented the Rocket Rods. Eating breakfast at Club Buzz and listening to its music (which I loved) was the perfect way to start a morning.
However, I'm just as excited as anyone else to hear that it will be going... nothing can beat the Rocket Jets in that position. :bow:
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Originally posted by Disneylandrocks55They can always have the rocket jets play music.
Techno Orbiter at night.. ( :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: )
changing music and lights are easy.. :lol: :lol: :lol:
But i would love to have music for AO if palced ontop of original Rocket Jets Position...
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Originally posted by JazzmanThe Observatron is a gigantic neural transmitter stationed in Tomorrowland that emits subconscious signals directly into the cerebral cortex of Disneyland visitors. When a visitor enters the park and has their pass scanned, their identification, found within the barcode on their pass, is instantly transmitted to the Parkwide Observatron Operational Processing System, or POOPS. This system compiles and maintains data lists of all attractions, restaurants, and areas that a guest visits, compiling individualized demographics for every park guest. Then, every fifteen minutes, the Observatron gets the POOPS signals and begins to cycle. As the individual arms begin to extend and rotate, laser carried messages are shot out across the park into the minds of various guests, implanting urges to visit certain eateries or shops and purchase "guest specific" items. This is accomplished through the use of a program called Product Intensification, Neural Stimulation, or PINS. Thus, TDA is able to ensure a customer base for certain items which otherwise would not sell well."Yesterday, a man walked up to me and said, 'Isn't it a shame that Walt Disney couldn't be here to see this?' and I said, "He did see this, that's why it's here."
-Art Linkletter July 17, 2005-
When you wish upon a star your dreams come true.
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