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#animatronic control

Every video tagged “animatronic control” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.

6 videos

Easily Control Linear Actuators with the Newly Improved PicoVolt!
6:25
Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

Easily Control Linear Actuators with the Newly Improved PicoVolt!

FrightProps introduces an updated version of their PicoVolt controller, designed to simplify the process of driving linear actuators for haunted house props and animatronics. The video walks viewers through how the device works and what improvements have been made over the previous iteration. It serves as both a product showcase and a practical getting-started guide for integrating linear actuators into Halloween prop builds.

FrightProps· 57,931 views
Easy Servo Control - How to Control Servos Using a PicoServo Controller
8:43
Arduino & ControllersBeginner

Easy Servo Control - How to Control Servos Using a PicoServo Controller

This FrightProps tutorial introduces the PicoServo, a compact servo controller capable of driving up to four servos simultaneously. The device supports two storable motion sequences and can be triggered externally, making it well-suited for haunted house prop automation. The video walks viewers through setup and basic operation in an approachable, beginner-friendly format.

FrightProps· 32,364 views
Explosion Simulation
22:50
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

Explosion Simulation

Jake Farmer of Stiltbeast Studios walks through building a convincing explosion simulation effect for haunted attractions using electronic components anchored by a Boo Box Flex controller from FrightProps. The build demonstrates how a dedicated prop controller can orchestrate multiple elements to sell a high-impact, high-tech scare. The video highlights the versatility of FrightProps controllers for sequencing complex haunt effects. Jake hints that more FrightProps controller tutorials are planned for future episodes.

StiltbeastStudios· 20,605 views
FrightProps Servo Board - TransWorld 2018
0:17
Arduino & Controllers

FrightProps Servo Board - TransWorld 2018

Filmed at TransWorld 2018, this video showcases FrightProps' lineup of servo kits and the PicoServo controller from FrightIdeas. The demonstration highlights how these products can be used to add controlled, repeatable motion to haunted house props and animatronics. It serves as a trade-show floor introduction to the servo product line rather than a step-by-step tutorial.

FrightProps· 14,475 views
My Favorite Halloween Prop Controller: The PicoBoo MP3
26:42
Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

My Favorite Halloween Prop Controller: The PicoBoo MP3

FrightProps creative director Scott walks through the PicoBoo MP3, his personal go-to Halloween prop controller, explaining what sets it apart from other options. The video highlights the device's combination of powerful feature set and straightforward usability, making it accessible for a wide range of prop builds. Several FrightProps accessories — including spotlights, a relay add-on, and a mini strobe — are demonstrated alongside the controller to show real-world integration.

FrightProps· 7,595 views
Using AC devices with the picoBoo F103 and F104 prop controllers
2:03
Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

Using AC devices with the picoBoo F103 and F104 prop controllers

This short tutorial from FrightProps demonstrates how to connect and operate a 110v AC device using the picoBoo F103 and F104 prop controllers. A light bulb is used as a stand-in to illustrate the process, though the technique applies to any compatible AC device. The key constraint covered is the controller's maximum current rating, which limits connected devices to under 10 amps.

FrightProps· 4,790 views