PicoBoo AC

Item #FI-105

IN STOCK

1 x Trigger Input
2 x 110v AC Outputs
Up to 2 Minutes of Animation
Up to 2 Minutes of 8-bit Mono Audio
10 Watt Internal Amplifier
Power Cable Included

$129.99

description

The PicoBoo AC is also available in a Starter Kit.

The PicoBoo AC is an ideal controller for AC devices and requires no wiring.

Simple, Intuitive Programming

All of the programming for our PicoBoo AC controllers is done in real-time using the buttons on the front of the device. This allows you to create complicated patterns and match them up with sounds with just the push of a few buttons. You can test your program immediately after creating it.

Supports Audio

Using a built-in flash memory chip, you can playback audio and even record up to two minutes of your own sounds to work with your animation. Plug in any audio device in the audio input and watch the sound go right on the chip. No need to drag out your laptop, update all your drivers, or deal with frustrating sound format conversion. You can also record up to eight sounds which the PicoBoo AC will automatically rotate through.

Included Amplifier

The PicoBoo AC comes with 10 watt internal Class D amplifier - you can use standard speakers which are easier to hide right in your props.

AC Outputs

The PicoBoo AC has two 10 amp relays brought out to two standard AC outlets. If you want to leave a light on and deactivate it when the scene begins, you can easily set each of the outputs to either a "normally on" or "normally off" position. As the PicoBoo AC is fused at 10 amps, the total current consumed by both outlets together has to remain below 10 amps.

Up to 2 minutes of animation at 30 frames per second can be recorded.

Activate Using Triggers

PicoBoo AC prop controllers have a trigger input that can be used to automatically activate your scare program. You can use this input with infrared motion sensors, beam sensors, pressure sensing mats, hand triggers, or a number of other triggers. You can also set the device to just loop the program over and over again by connecting the - and the IN trigger pins with a small wire.

Our selection of triggers can be seen here.

Ambient and Scare Modes

The PicoBoo AC controller, by nature, stays in an ambient mode. You can set up a scary background noise or even ominous music for your guests to hear by programming it on to the sound chip. In ambient mode, you can only program audio.

Write-Protection

The PicoBoo AC, like all our Halloween prop controllers, has a write-protection mechanism so you don't accidentally lose or change your program.

Support

Files:

Quick Start Guide

Operating Manual

Activating PicoBoos from live voltages

Controller Comparison Chart

All Electronic Support Documents

Customer Questions:

Is there a way to loop the program?

Can I have the recorded program run and repeat indefinitely without needing to be triggered each time?

Would there be any problems if I wired one trigger to activate two PicoBoo controllers at the same time?

Can I plug powerstrips into the PicoBoo AC, that way AC several lights / props are triggered simultaneously?

Can I record audio into the controllers via my Android or iPhone?

Can a reed switch be used as a trigger?

How do I make it continuously play without having to trigger it?

Is there a way to delay the sound starting, say for a few seconds, once the trigger is activated?

After the PicoBoo is triggered and running animation, will another trigger during the animation restart the animation?

How can I add delay time on my PicoBoo?

Will this controller run servos?

Is it possible to trigger this controller with a wireless remote from Home Depot?

How long can I record/play ambient sound? Is it only two minutes looped over and over?

Scare sound only plays for 2 seconds

Can the motion sensor trigger be 5VDC or must it be 12VDC?

Do I need any type of diodes when I use solenoid valves with the PicoBoo controller?

Is there a fuse in the PicoBoo AC?

Can the PicoBoo be triggered with a simple door bell switch?

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Reviews

5: 5

Review by JR

Awesome product!

It's so easy, props designs are endless, Makes Halloween even more fun!

Review by chris

I use 7 picoboos in my homemade props. Love them!

https://youtu.be/jsZuaUJa7u0?si=MNaTkA2Pri_657QG

5: 5

Review by Alan

Quality unit for almost 20 years...

I think I ordered my first AC PicoBoo controller almost 20 years ago. Great product that I use almost every year and abuse by storing it in a Texas attic in between. It keeps on kicking. I just ordered a new one for another prop on 10/11/23 and had it in my hot little hands by the 14th!! Thanks Frightprops! I know you're busy and appreciate you getting it out to me so quickly.

5: 5

Review by Sean

Picaboo ac

Awesome product! Worked perfectly with our electrocution set up

5: 5

Review by Jim

Angry Chihuahua in a box

This worked great for my shaking monster box. It all started with a motor from a smoothie maker, then used that to spin a lopsided load around, built a box around it that shook, put chains and "Live Trap" "Danger" all over it. Put a green light in there, used PicoBoo AC to record a dog snarling sound, recorded my animation and used the onboard amplifier - direct to a small 8 Ohm speaker. It was exactly loud enough to fit with the small attraction. I put one of your PIR triggers on it and put it on the way up the driveway. Got a lot of kids with it ! Love your stuff. I have several other PicoBoo variants. Your support has helped me brainstorm what I need to make my visions happen. Slowly, adding props to make my yard a feature in the neighborhood. Already thinking about next year :) Thanks guys!