Actor Helper Controller Tutorial

Tutorial and Demo

Everything you need to set up, use, and get the most out of your Actor Helper Controller — all in one video. Watch the full demo and setup walkthrough below.

Scare actor audio controller board with push button, RF remote, and strobe light

Actor Helper Controller — What You'll See in This Video

Demo — All 3 Play Modes in Action

  • Mode 1 – Play to End: Press once, audio plays all the way through, then auto-advances to the next file
  • Mode 2 – Push Play / Push Stop: Press to start, press again to stop — full actor control
  • Mode 3 – Push & Hold: Audio plays while you hold the button — perfect for growl and ambient effects

Strobe Light Demo — 3 Programmable Patterns

  • Variable Frequency Strobe — adjustable 2 Hz to 35 Hz with the onboard potentiometer
  • Constant On — steady light synced to audio playback
  • Random Flash Sequence — unpredictable pattern for realistic haunt effects

Relay & Prop Triggering

See how the Actor Helper Controller onboard relay automatically activates when audio plays — sync fog machines, external lights, or any compatible prop to your scare cues.

Actor Helper Controller — Setup Guide

  1. Program the Strobe: Hold the SETUP button, plug in the 12V adapter, rotate the potentiometer to select your strobe mode and speed, then release the button — settings save automatically
  2. Select Play Mode: Flip the MODE switch to position 1, 2, or 3
  3. Load Audio: Plug in a USB-C cable, drag and drop your MP3 or WAV files — first file copied plays first
  4. Connect Trigger: Plug in the push button (wall or floor mount) or use the included 433 MHz RF remote
  5. Connect Speaker: Use the Actor Helper Controller 3.5mm line out or RCA outputs to connect to an amplifier or powered speakers
  6. Optional — Relay Wiring: Wire your fog machine, external light, or prop to the Normally Open relay terminals

Note: An amplifier or powered speakers are required — the Actor Helper Controller outputs line-level audio only.

Actor Helper Controller setup with speaker, push button trigger, and power supply connected

What's in the Box

  • Controller unit (main board)
  • 12V 3A power supply (pre-wired)
  • Push button with 5 ft pre-wired cord
  • 433 MHz RF wireless remote control
  • 20W LED lamp with 9 ft pre-wired cord
  • Small screwdriver
  • 128 MB Micro SD card (SD version only)

Download Actor Helper Controller User Manual (PDF)

Quick Specs

Power 12V DC, 3A (included)
Trigger Inputs 2× push button / step pad / compatible trigger
RF Remote 433 MHz (included)
Audio Formats MP3, WAV
Storage 4 MB internal or 128 MB Micro SD
Audio Output 3.5mm mono line out, RCA L/R mono line out
Strobe 2–35 Hz, constant on, or random sequence
Relay Normally Open (NO) — activates on audio playback

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