Video Tag

#haunt automation

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

14 videos

Controlling a Pneumatic Cylinder Easily

PneumaticsBeginner

Controlling a Pneumatic Cylinder Easily

This FrightProps tutorial walks beginners through a straightforward method for controlling a pneumatic cylinder, likely using a dedicated kit available through their store. The video focuses on making pneumatic motion accessible to haunters who may have little or no prior experience with air-powered systems. At under ten minutes, it delivers a compact, practical introduction to one of the most common mechanisms used in animated Halloween props.

FrightProps· 626,986 views

$5 Halloween Prop Controller!

Arduino & ControllersIntermediate$5–$13

$5 Halloween Prop Controller!

VanOaksProps reveals a low-cost relay timer module as a simple, affordable way to automate Halloween props including motors, lights, and sound. The FRM-01 can be sourced for as little as $5 and paired with a 12V power supply to trigger AC-powered loads on a timed cycle. The creator provides wiring guidance along with an important correction regarding hot vs. neutral wire placement on the relay side. It's a practical entry point into haunt automation without the need for microcontroller programming.

VanOaksProps· 61,805 views

Controlling Multiple Linear Actuators from a Single Controller

PneumaticsIntermediate

Controlling Multiple Linear Actuators from a Single Controller

This FrightProps tutorial demonstrates how to drive two linear actuators simultaneously using a single PicoBoo Plus controller, covering both extension and retraction movements. The setup requires no computer programming, making it accessible to haunters who want reliable multi-point mechanical action without coding knowledge. It offers a practical solution for adding coordinated, repeatable prop movement to haunted house scenes.

FrightProps· 60,787 views

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

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

Motorized Lid Opener for your Halloween Props

DIY AnimatronicsBeginner

Motorized Lid Opener for your Halloween Props

FrightProps showcases a ready-to-install motorized lid opener mechanism designed to animate any box, coffin, barrel, or similar container. The kit includes a high-torque motor, power supply, mounting hardware, and dual-length linkage arms to fit a variety of prop sizes. Out of the box it runs continuously, with an optional controller available for speed and direction adjustment. Attaching a prop head or figure inside the lid creates a convincing pop-out scare effect.

FrightProps· 18,707 views

PicoBoo ONE - Simple Prop Controller Spotlight Video

Arduino & Controllers

PicoBoo ONE - Simple Prop Controller Spotlight Video

FrightProps showcases the PicoBoo ONE, an entry-level prop controller designed for simplicity. It features a single solid-state output and supports animation sequences of up to 60 seconds in length. This short spotlight video gives haunters a quick look at what the unit offers before purchase.

FrightProps· 15,142 views

Using a PicoBoo MP3 and Director Software to Flip-Flop an Output

Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

Using a PicoBoo MP3 and Director Software to Flip-Flop an Output

This FrightProps tutorial demonstrates how to program a PicoBoo MP3 controller using the free Director software to create a flip-flop output — an effect that toggles on with the first trigger and off with the next. The demonstration uses an RFID trigger and a magnetic lock as the output device, though the underlying logic applies broadly to many haunt effects. The video walks through the software configuration step by step, making it accessible to intermediate builders familiar with basic prop controllers.

FrightProps· 7,266 views

FrightProps Hand Trigger Overview

PneumaticsBeginner

FrightProps Hand Trigger Overview

This short overview from FrightProps demonstrates one of their most popular prop triggering solutions — the hand trigger — paired with a double acting pneumatic cylinder, a pneumatic hook-up kit, and a PicoBoo ONE controller. The video walks viewers through how these components work together to activate a pneumatic prop. It serves as a practical introduction to entry-level haunt automation using off-the-shelf FrightProps components.

FrightProps· 6,264 views

Director Software Basics Tutorial

Arduino & ControllersBeginner

Director Software Basics Tutorial

This tutorial walks viewers through the foundational concepts of using FrightProps' Director Software to operate and program a prop controller. Created by Bizzaro Galore of the Test Subjects channel, the video covers core techniques applicable to haunted attractions and escape rooms alike. It serves as an accessible entry point for anyone new to haunt show-control software.

FrightProps· 5,152 views

Wiring Fog Machine to Prop Controller

Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

Wiring Fog Machine to Prop Controller

This short tutorial from Hauntcast walks through the process of wiring a fog machine to the Pico One prop controller, enabling automated fog triggering as part of a broader haunt setup. The video is a practical, focused guide aimed at haunters who want to integrate fog effects into a controller-driven prop sequence. At just five minutes, it delivers a concise, hands-on walkthrough of the wiring process.

Hauntcast· 3,761 views

EscapeKeeper Setup - Recording Animations

Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

EscapeKeeper Setup - Recording Animations

This FrightProps tutorial walks users through the process of recording animations using the EscapeKeeper controller system. The video demonstrates how to set up and capture animation sequences for use in escape room or haunt environments. It provides a practical, step-by-step look at one of the EscapeKeeper's core programming features.

FrightProps· 1,604 views

Streamlining DMX Programming: A Director Composer Tutorial

Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

Streamlining DMX Programming: A Director Composer Tutorial

This tutorial from FrightProps walks through using the Director Composer control surface to simplify DMX programming for complex haunt lighting scenes. Hosted by Bizzaro of Test Subjects, the video demonstrates how the Composer integrates with the Flex and FlexMax controller ecosystem to make building and sequencing intricate lighting effects more approachable. Key features of the hardware and companion Director Software are highlighted throughout the walkthrough.

FrightProps· 1,229 views

TERROR TECH: DMX OVERVIEW w/ Dexter Morgan

Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

TERROR TECH: DMX OVERVIEW w/ Dexter Morgan

Hauntcast's Terror Tech segment features Dexter Morgan breaking down the fundamentals of DMX and how the protocol can be applied in haunted attractions. The overview covers core concepts that haunt builders need to understand before integrating DMX-based lighting and effects control into their setups. At roughly 12 minutes, it serves as an accessible entry point for haunters looking to level up their technical game.

Hauntcast· 60 views

Haunt Automation - Something Wicked

Arduino & Controllers

Haunt Automation - Something Wicked

Hauntcast host Wick-Ed Gannon walks through how haunters can add DIY automation to their haunt setups. The segment focuses on accessible, hands-on approaches to triggering and controlling props without requiring professional-level expertise. It appears to be a podcast-style episode with instructional content aimed at home and yard haunters looking to level up their builds.

Hauntcast· 12 views