***RENTAL PHOTO BOOTH SETUP MANUAL**

Please test your booth out prior to your event as tech support by text message is only available until 9pm.

(Note: There will be a paper copy of this photo booth set up manual packed in with your rental.)

THE PHOTO BOOTH ACCESS CODE IS:
1984

WHERE TO PLACE THE PHOTO BOOTH:

1. The photo booth should be placed on a regular height sturdy table. If you are using the booth for a kids function you can use a smaller table height.
2. The backdrop size should be at least 7 x 7
3. The backdrop should be placed 4 to 8 feet away from the photo booth (we have found it to be better the closer you go), If you place it farther away it might show The edges of the backdrop or the light may not properly reach.
4. Note: Make sure to not unplug any wires while adjusting the camera.

SETTING UP THE PHOTO BOOTH:

1. Attach light (facing backwards) to the pole.
2. Put umbrella on: Use the white umbrella in more daylight settings and the black reflective umbrella in dark settings that need to be lit better.
3. Plug light and photo booth in.
4. Unlock the back door of the photo booth box with provided key
5. Turn on computer (The on button of the computer is on the front of the computer inside the booth box)
6. Once the computer is turned on grab the keyboard and Log on to your wifi, 

TAKE A TEST PHOTO:

1. If you would like to adjust the camera inside the photo booth turn the shaft of the lens left to enhance the zoom or right to zoom out.
2. Additionally the Wooden shelf that the camera is mounted to inside the booth box is made to slightly tilt to get a camera angle if needed.

TROUBLESHOOTING LIGHTING:
In some cases the photos may turn out more light or dark than anticipated. Try turning the dial up or down on the light to get your desired photo lighting.


IF THE BRIGHTNESS STILL ISNT GOOD:

1. Exit out of booth mode to admin mode(press the lock button in the top right corner and enter the code 1984).
2. Press tools>dslr camera wizard>external flash>apply Follow the prompt (it normally says to turn the knob on the flash to 3/4 output)>next>take a test Shot

It will now give you the option to brighten or darken the picture more. When you have reach the perfect exposure press finish

Notes on Wifi:
Some event venues have wifi connections that will disconnect after a certain amount of time without use. If this is the issue please go to windows and reconnect to wifi. The booth code is 1984.

Connecting your booth to a phones wireless hotspot is a good wifi option. In most cases you are still able to have your phone in the same room as the booth to stay connected.

You will not lose any photos for time that the booth isn’t connected to wifi. The booth will save the data and send out the pictures to your guests as soon as it reconnects to a wifi connection.


SHUT DOWN GUIDE:

1. Exit out of photo booth program:
2. There will be a lock icon in the top corner of the screen, press it to reveal the keypad.
3. Press 1984 to enter admin mode (unlocked mode).
4. Press the x in the corner of the photo booth program window to turn it off.
5. Go to the window button (bottom left corner) click shutdown. (Don’t just unplug the unit as it might get lose your pictures if it is updating.)
6. Wait a few minutes for the computer to properly shutdown before unplugging the unit.
7. Let the bulb cool down before you remove it (if you have a booth that does not require a bulb to be removed please ignore this step.

Photo booth Care Conditions To be Followed:

You are to follow all of these rules with no acceptions.
1. The photo booth is not to be used outdoors.
2. The photo booth is not to be put upside down or on its side.
3. The foam cover is to be strapped on during all transport.
4. The photo booth is not to be transported in open trailers or in any vehicle space that is exposed directly to outside elements.
5. The light can get hot so don’t touch the bulb.
7. Food or drinks are not to be set on top of the photo booth or anywhere near the booth.
8. The photo booth is to be kept locked to protect the gear when not in the company of the client.
9.The photo booth is not to be stored in vehicles overnight.
10.The photo booth is not to be kept in extreme hot or cold temperatures as the batteries on the circuit boards will freeze in the cold and swell in the heat.