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  indy99

  in Running a printer off of a battery generator? March 2018

  The DNP DS40  uses about 6 amps approximately equal to 720 watts.  This could prove to be a problem with the power capacity of the battery generator.  They will power the printer, the question is how long?   Why not go to a small generator?  For und…
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  indy99

  in DNP RX1 not always found by computer January 2018

  Plug the printer into the same port every time.  I had the same issue until I realized that it was a port problem.  Since I use a USB hub, I have marked the port where the printer needs to be.  Plug it into a different port and no go with similar sy…
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  indy99

  in DNP RX1 not always found by computer December 2017 edited December 2017

  Do you plug the usb cord from the printer into the same usb port every-time?  If you use a usb hub with switches make sure it is turned on.
  
  If you have to wiggle wires to make something happen then it is a connection problem.
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  indy99

  in DNP RX1 not always found by computer December 2017

  change out your usb cord.
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  indy99

  in What kind of lighting is better? December 2017

  I use an Alien Bees ABR800 ring flash by Paul C Buff inc.  Best in the biz and the best products.
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  indy99

  in Let's see those photo booth setups (photos please) November 2017

  I recently made a change to my canopy system by adding leg extensions.  It is a fast conversion from sit down to a stand up booth.  People seem to like the walk in much better.
  
  <img src="http://community.photoboothowners.com/uploads/…
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  indy99

  in Lighting in Enclosed Booth November 2017 edited November 2017

  I use an Alien Bee ABR800 flash unit by Paul C. Buff inc.  It has a variable power output, variable modeling light, and produces NO shadows.  This is an excellent lighting solution.  Inside my booth I use 2-2bulb led lights to illuminate the interio…
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  indy99

  in Kids height in photo booth November 2017

  Are you able to tilt the camera?  Some folks use a motorized tilt and pan device like the ones used on security cameras..
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  indy99

  in What do you have planned new for Fall 2017? July 2017

  I am in the process of designing a new easy load system for the booth.  This is to eliminate multiple trips to the van to get supplies.  It will consist of a wheeled platform that will hold all of the equipment and then serve as a prop table when un…
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  indy99

  in Let's see those photo booth setups (photos please) July 2017

  Here is just a quick shot of mine.   The box on the tripod holds a Canon t5, Paul C. Buff ABR800 ringflash, Lenovo tiny pc, 14" usb monitor, and a 7" monitor. <img src="http://community.photoboothowners.com/uploads/editor/mm/8tz1tydnkmbt.jpg" alt…
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  indy99

  in What is one tip you'd give somebody starting out? July 2017

  Fully understand how a camera works and the relationships between shutter speed, f stops and ISO ratings.  So many times I see people on here who don't have a clue and then cry out for help when all it takes is some basic knowledge to make the corre…
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  indy99

  in When Selling CD's of a party June 2017

  Interesting... I don't sell anything at an event and I have no tip jar. The event is all about the Bride and it's not a bazaar to sell things. People at the event get photo strips and are happy with that.  
  
  I don't think the guests woul…
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  indy99

  in Digital backgrounds March 2017

  You can buy cd's of digital backgrounds on ebay or look at sites like shutter stock etc....
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  indy99

  in No images displaying on screen March 2017

  Have you tried using different ports on the hub?  
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  indy99

  in Hello from Australia February 2017

  Make sure you test it a lot before taking it out on a job.  Know the software inside and out.  
  
  Carry some spare parts like cables, clamps, and a flash.
  
  Good luck, may you have a bazillion customers and lots of pretty women.
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  indy99

  in Need some help troubleshooting December 2016

  Check all your cables especially the one between the camera and computer as I had one go bad in a similar situation on a T5.
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  indy99

  in Using a generator makes the touch screen deactivate on my Surface Pro December 2016

  Try re-positioning the generator away from the booth.  Electromagnetic fields may be affecting it.
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  indy99

  in what do you consider as props? November 2016

  Anything that makes them laugh.
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  indy99

  in Which computer should I get November 2016

  You could look at a Lenovo Tiny pc M92p or an M73 with an I5 processor and a vga or usb monitor.
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  indy99

  in printing copys August 2016

  Control+Shift+R to print another copy after the first one has printed.
  
  Go to Photo Booth settings, look down to lower right of the page, number of copies (1-9)____
  
  You really need to work with and understand your program.…
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  indy99

  in Props: hats, boas, etc and these little nasties... August 2016

  No Boas, no face masks, everything else seems to be fine. The next day after an event we spray and wipe most props with Lysol.
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  indy99

  in Alienbees Ringflash ABR800 Reviews? July 2016

  If you have an overheating problem then you need to ventilate the enclosure using a fan.   I use a 12 volt computer fan with an ac adapter to bring cool air into my camera box.
  
  
  
  Not a big fan of the Newer brand flashes,  I …
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  indy99

  in Newbie, Wanting YOUR advise on somethings!! July 2016

  This is my opinion......
  
  
  
  When you decide to undercut the competition you are actually undercutting yourself.  There are other ways to "give back" to the community ie: donations of time or services.  Customers only care abo…
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  indy99

  in Alienbees Ringflash ABR800 Reviews? May 2016

  All photos on my website were taken with an 18-55 lens plus the ABR800 flash.  Stopping down to f/11 gives great depth of field and minimizes any issues with the lens of which I find very few anyway.  The digital zoom function is done thru the softw…
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  indy99

  in Alienbees Ringflash ABR800 Reviews? May 2016

  I own several ABR800 flash units.  Bang for the buck these are a great value. It is NOT a heavy unit.  I use a Canon  T5 with the 18-55 lens.  Works great. No issues at all.
  
  
  
  Here are some of my settings:   Camera: Manual m…
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  indy99

  in Do you color match backdrops with client colors? May 2016

  I do green screen primarily and only ask if they have any preferences.  First you start doing backgrounds and the next thing you know they will want to color coordinate your clothes with their theme color.  It's a photo booth not a fashion statement…
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  indy99

  in Green Screen Help April 2016

  Are your green screen backgrounds labeled   greenscreen_background_1      greenscreen_background_2    etc???
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  indy99

  in Green Screen Help April 2016

  Go to  Documents/photoboothimages/eventdate
  
  
  
  There will be 2 folders (prints, greenscreen)
  
  
  
  the prints folder contains all of the photo strips    the green screen contains all of the photos with th…
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  indy99

  in Logistics of transporting gear & preventing your techs from stealing it March 2016

  First you hire honest people, not the felony crew to work for you.
  
  
  
  Have a complete inventory sheet of all equipment with photos and serial numbers.
  
  
  
  Have felony technician sign off on inventory an…
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  indy99

  in ATA Photobooths?? January 2016

  If you are using Breeze and a Canon dslr (t3i) here are some suggested settings..
  
  
  
  I suspect that you have not enabled the external flash setting on the photo booth settings page.
  
  
  
  Enable external …