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Haunt Automation

Videos built around the haunt automation theme — pulled together so you can study how others bring this atmosphere to life.

25 videos

How to Control the Speed of a Pneumatic Cylinder
6:58
PneumaticsBeginner

How to Control the Speed of a Pneumatic Cylinder

Scott from FrightProps walks through the core methods for tuning the speed of a pneumatic cylinder used in Halloween props and animatronics. The video covers flow control fittings and speed control mufflers as tools for slowing cylinder movement, and quick exhaust valves as a way to dramatically increase stroke speed. All featured components are available through the FrightProps store and are demonstrated in a practical, hands-on format. This is a concise, beginner-friendly reference for anyone fine-tuning air-powered haunt effects.

FrightProps· 491,461 views
Electric Lid Opener Mech Demonstration - Open a Lid with an Electric Motor
11:42
DIY Animatronics

Electric Lid Opener Mech Demonstration - Open a Lid with an Electric Motor

FrightProps demonstrates their electric lid opener mechanism, showing how an electric motor can be used to automate the opening of a hinged lid for haunted house props. The video walks viewers through how the unit operates in practice, making it useful for evaluating the mechanism before purchasing. This type of device is a foundational component for coffin lids, treasure chests, crates, and similar prop builds.

FrightProps· 122,925 views
LET'S BUILD - Episode 4: How to Build a Halloween Air Blaster!
8:28
PneumaticsIntermediate

LET'S BUILD - Episode 4: How to Build a Halloween Air Blaster!

FrightProps walks viewers through assembling their Ankle Blaster kit, a crowd-favorite Halloween effect that releases a powerful burst of compressed air when triggered. The build is part of the ongoing LET'S BUILD series and is aimed at haunters looking to add a physical startle effect to their attraction or home haunt. The video covers the kit assembly process step by step, making it accessible even for builders without deep pneumatics experience.

FrightProps· 24,546 views
Simple Air Blast Kit
10:46
PneumaticsBeginner

Simple Air Blast Kit

FrightProps walks through their Simple Air Blast Kit, a ready-to-use pneumatic solution designed to deliver a sudden burst of air as a scare effect. The kit is aimed at haunters who want to add a quick, startling element to an existing prop or haunt scene without complex pneumatic setups. The video likely covers setup, installation, and basic operation of the kit.

FrightProps· 10,557 views
Pneumatic Can Crusher Kit
0:17
PneumaticsIntermediate

Pneumatic Can Crusher Kit

FrightProps showcases a pneumatic conversion kit designed to automate a standard can crusher using air-powered actuation. The kit is built to be compatible with most common can crusher models, making it a accessible upgrade for haunt builders looking to add a mechanical scare element. This short promotional clip points viewers to the FrightProps store for purchasing the kit.

FrightProps· 9,499 views
Animatronic Figure
5:48
DIY Animatronics

Animatronic Figure

Ghost Ride Productions presents a look at an animatronic human figure, focusing on its mechanics and motion systems. The video explores how lifelike movement is achieved through mechanical animation techniques. It serves as both a showcase and an educational glimpse into professional-grade figure animation used in haunted attractions.

Ghost Ride Productions, INC.· 7,831 views
FrightProps Single-Acting Pneumatic Hookup Kit
2:38
PneumaticsBeginner

FrightProps Single-Acting Pneumatic Hookup Kit

This short FrightProps tutorial walks through their single-acting pneumatic hookup kit, which supplies all the components necessary to get a pneumatic cylinder extending and retracting on command. The kit supports multiple power input options including standard wall power and low-voltage DC supplies, making it flexible for a variety of haunt builds. At just three minutes, it delivers a focused, no-fluff overview of the hookup process.

FrightProps· 7,351 views
Waving Arm Mechanism
0:15
DIY Animatronics

Waving Arm Mechanism

This FrightProps video showcases their electric waving arm mechanism, a ready-made animatronic component designed for haunted house and Halloween prop applications. The product is available for purchase directly through the FrightProps website. With minimal source description provided, specific build or tutorial details cannot be confirmed.

FrightProps· 6,744 views
FrightProps Hand Trigger Overview
3:52
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
Reprogramming chair screamer Controller.
1:10
Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

Reprogramming chair screamer Controller.

This short walkthrough from Poison Props demonstrates how to disable the safety lock on a chair screamer controller and re-record the channel responsible for launching the witch figure out of the chair. The video focuses specifically on Channel 1 reprogramming, making it a quick but practical reference for anyone needing to update or reset their prop's trigger behavior. Despite its brief runtime, it covers the essential steps to get the animatronic back on a fresh, custom recording.

POISON PROPS· 4,813 views
final controller six
10:46
Arduino & Controllers

final controller six

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios takes a look at a compact prop controller from SyncSix, a Canadian manufacturer. The video walks viewers through the unit's features and its potential applications in haunted attraction and DIY prop setups. It appears to be a concise, practical overview aimed at haunters looking to expand or simplify their control systems.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,444 views
Air Cannon
0:08
Pneumatics

Air Cannon

This short clip from Distortions Unlimited spotlights an air cannon prop designed to deliver a sudden blast of air at passing patrons. It serves as a startle device commonly placed along haunt pathways to surprise guests. The brief description suggests a product showcase rather than a step-by-step build.

DistortionsUnlimited· 4,195 views
Village Mire VSA Routines
1:10
DIY AnimatronicsAdvanced

Village Mire VSA Routines

This short clip showcases animatronic skull routines for a Village Mire haunt scene, built using a Skulltronix skull by Jerry Jewell. The creator walks through a workflow that moves from programming VAS routines in TrackSkull (MonkeyBasic) to importing them into VSA and finally exporting the finished sequences into a RAPU controller. The result is a fully synchronized, controller-driven skull performance ready for deployment in a yard or home haunt.

Hauntcast· 4,008 views
Wiring Fog Machine to Prop Controller
4:48
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
Prop Control Boards for FrightProps Animated Props
0:53
Pneumatics

Prop Control Boards for FrightProps Animated Props

FrightProps lead fabricator Max introduces the company's new integrated 'mech boards,' which come pre-installed on FrightProps air-powered animated props. These control boards eliminate the need for manual wiring and fitting connections, streamlining the setup process for haunters. The goal is to let haunt operators spend less time on technical installation and more time building their attraction.

FrightProps· 3,408 views
How to Control DMX Components with the Director Software
21:11
Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

How to Control DMX Components with the Director Software

This tutorial by guest creator Bizzaro Galore demonstrates how to use FrightProps' Director software to control DMX-compatible devices including lights, fog machines, and flame effects. The video explores the breadth of possibilities when integrating a DMX-capable controller with Director for haunt and escape room environments. It serves as a practical introduction to software-driven DMX automation for entertainment and scare-attraction applications.

FrightProps· 2,474 views
Fog Machine Control Cable Quick Look
2:22
Fog & Chiller EffectsBeginner

Fog Machine Control Cable Quick Look

FrightProps showcases a dedicated control cable designed to simplify fog machine triggering for haunted attractions. Rather than modifying wireless remotes or navigating complex DMX setups, users simply plug the cable into a compatible fog machine and wire it to a relay. The quick demo is filmed during a Poison Props Electric Chair programming session, giving real-world context for how the accessory fits into a broader prop control workflow.

FrightProps· 2,361 views
Creating Water Spray Effects for your Haunted House
6:44
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

Creating Water Spray Effects for your Haunted House

This FrightProps tutorial walks through setting up an electric water spray effect for haunted house use, highlighting a system that operates without compressed air. The video covers hardware setup and programming the effect using a PicoBoo ONE controller. It offers a practical, reliable alternative to pneumatic-based spray solutions for haunt builders looking to add a tactile startle effect.

FrightProps· 1,851 views
How to Add Audio to your Show in the Director Software
10:38
Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

How to Add Audio to your Show in the Director Software

This tutorial walks through the process of adding, editing, and managing audio within FrightProps' Director show-control software. Guest contributor Bizzaro Galore demonstrates how to bring sound into a project and align it with triggered effects, one of the platform's standout capabilities. The video is part of a broader series covering escape room and haunt automation technology.

FrightProps· 1,761 views
How to Use Director Example Shows
46:37
Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

How to Use Director Example Shows

This tutorial, created by Bizzaro Galore and hosted on the FrightProps channel, walks users through accessing and using the built-in example shows available within FrightProps' Director show-control software. Many users are unaware these pre-built show templates exist and are freely accessible directly inside the application. The examples serve as ready-made starting points that can be adapted to suit a wide variety of haunt and escape room effects.

FrightProps· 1,464 views
Streamlining DMX Programming: A Director Composer Tutorial
22:57
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
Solid State Versus Relay Outputs on Prop Controllers
10:59
Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

Solid State Versus Relay Outputs on Prop Controllers

This FrightProps tutorial breaks down the two main output types found on Halloween prop controllers — solid state and relay — explaining how each functions at a practical level. The video highlights the key differences, strengths, and limitations of both switching technologies to help haunters make informed decisions when selecting or wiring controllers. At roughly eleven minutes, it serves as a focused reference for anyone building or troubleshooting prop control systems.

FrightProps· 655 views
Intro to Maestro 1 & 2 Prop Controllers - Terror Tech
11:30
Arduino & ControllersBeginner

Intro to Maestro 1 & 2 Prop Controllers - Terror Tech

In this inaugural Terror Tech segment on Hauntcast, former pro haunter and escape room designer Dexter Morgan introduces viewers to prop controllers, focusing specifically on the Maestro 1 and Maestro 2 units from Haunted House Creations. The episode serves as an accessible entry point for haunters looking to automate and trigger props without deep technical knowledge. It bridges the gap between hobbyist home haunting and professional attraction-level prop control.

Hauntcast· 161 views
TERRORBYTE PROP CONTROLLER REVIEW: Terror Tech
12:04
Product Reviews

TERRORBYTE PROP CONTROLLER REVIEW: Terror Tech

Hauntcast host Dexter Morgan puts the Terrorbyte Prop Controller under the microscope in this focused gear review segment. The video examines the controller's features and its potential applications for home haunters and professional haunted attraction builders alike. At roughly 12 minutes, it offers a concise but substantive look at what Terrorbyte Electronics brings to the prop automation space.

Hauntcast· 147 views