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

3 videos

How to Upgrade or Replace the Trigger on your Spirit or Gemmy Halloween Animatronic Prop!

8:23

DIY AnimatronicsBeginner

How to Upgrade or Replace the Trigger on your Spirit or Gemmy Halloween Animatronic Prop!

This FrightProps tutorial walks viewers through upgrading or replacing the default triggers on Spirit Halloween, Gemmy, and other big-box animatronic props. Using a dedicated adapter, the method works with any prop that features a 'Try Me' function, allowing substitution of the stock step mat or motion sensor with higher-quality alternatives. FrightProps Creative Director Scott demonstrates how to pair the adapter with options such as a PicoBoo Jr controller, a pressure-sensing step mat, or a PIR motion sensor for more reliable and flexible activation.

FrightProps· 43,643 views

Parking Motor and Picovolt Controller Demonstration

4:51

Arduino & ControllersIntermediate

Parking Motor and Picovolt Controller Demonstration

FrightProps' Scott walks through the updated Picovolt prop controller, highlighting two key improvements: the ability to wire in an external trigger and native support for the parking feature found in FrightProps' dedicated prop motors. The demonstration shows how these features work together to give builders precise, repeatable control over motorized Halloween props. It's a concise, product-focused look at how the Picovolt fits into a typical animatronic build.

FrightProps· 20,668 views

Reprogramming chair screamer Controller.

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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· 4,820 views