Revision history for PhotoBoothSetup2016
Revision [2565]
Last edited on 2016-11-25 12:50:44 by ZorrUno [link to gearbest for the android box]Additions:
- [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]] **Android TV device**. [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/17/videostrong-k1-plus-amlogic-s905-android-tv-box-unboxing-and-teardown/ (More info here)]] [[http://www.gearbest.com/tv-box-mini-pc/pp_262158.html (and here)]] If I had more time I would have imported this, but got it [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=TV+Box+Android locally for about NZ$100]]. Yes, I bought this specifically for the project, but it is [[https://zorruno.com/2016/my-photobooth-project/ only after trying a bunch of alternatives I had with varying success.]]
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There are plenty of ways to set up a photo booth for an event, and this is how I did it. I went though a [[https://zorruno.com/2016/my-photobooth-project/ few tests first with hardware and software]] before using this solution.
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Additions:
- I used [[https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bittorrent.sync&hl=en BTSync]], [[https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.photos&hl=en Google Photos]], and [[https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dropbox.android&hl=en Dropbox]] (yes all 3) to synchronize the photos taken to somewhere else. I also ran a script on another linux box to separate all the individual photos from the template pics, and then sync them elsewhere so they could be displayed live on a projector screen slideshow.
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Additions:
- Upload your template for the photo layout and to the Android box and select it with the app (I created it on the GIMP, and uploaded it to my google drive. I installed the google drive app on the android box and downloaded it)
Deletions:
Additions:
- You can also use a [[http://www.slrbooth.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/41hJ8VOMg9L.jpg Bluetooth remote]] as a trigger (if your Android box/tablet has bluetooth... mine didn't)
Deletions:
Additions:
- Create a photobooth template. See [[http://www.slrbooth.com/custom-photo-booth-templates/ here for info on how to create a template]]
- Create a footswitch (I pulled out the small encoder circuit board from a USB keyboard and wired my foot switch to the matrix connections for the space bar)
- Download the [[http://www.slrbooth.com/diy-photo-booth-with-slr-booth/ SLR Photo Booth app]] from the android store
====Alternatives & Additional Options====
- If battery powering your camera, you'd need at least 2 batteries so battery can be charged/rotated throughout the event
- You can also use a Bluetooth remote as a trigger (if your Android box/tablet has bluetooth... mine didn't)
- If you afford a mains powered flash, go for it. Actually, use a full studio camera, lamp, umbrella etc portrait setup if you are that way inclined. There are also plenty of 'already built' booths with curtains/backdrops etc if you want to use one.
- If you lave local wifi, obviously use it rather than a mobile Wifi device
- I used BTSync, Google Photos, and Dropbox (yes all 3) to synchronize the photos taken to somewhere else. I also ran a script on another linux box to separate all the individual photos from the template pics, and then sync them elsewhere so they could be displayed live on a projector screen slideshow.
- I used a [[https://wordpress.org/plugins/pwaplusphp/ google photos plugin]] for wordpress to display the photos (almost) live on a wordpress website. The photos upload, but I used my phone to add them to a photos album as needed (and this also allowed me to 'censor' some...)
- Create a footswitch (I pulled out the small encoder circuit board from a USB keyboard and wired my foot switch to the matrix connections for the space bar)
- Download the [[http://www.slrbooth.com/diy-photo-booth-with-slr-booth/ SLR Photo Booth app]] from the android store
====Alternatives & Additional Options====
- If battery powering your camera, you'd need at least 2 batteries so battery can be charged/rotated throughout the event
- You can also use a Bluetooth remote as a trigger (if your Android box/tablet has bluetooth... mine didn't)
- If you afford a mains powered flash, go for it. Actually, use a full studio camera, lamp, umbrella etc portrait setup if you are that way inclined. There are also plenty of 'already built' booths with curtains/backdrops etc if you want to use one.
- If you lave local wifi, obviously use it rather than a mobile Wifi device
- I used BTSync, Google Photos, and Dropbox (yes all 3) to synchronize the photos taken to somewhere else. I also ran a script on another linux box to separate all the individual photos from the template pics, and then sync them elsewhere so they could be displayed live on a projector screen slideshow.
- I used a [[https://wordpress.org/plugins/pwaplusphp/ google photos plugin]] for wordpress to display the photos (almost) live on a wordpress website. The photos upload, but I used my phone to add them to a photos album as needed (and this also allowed me to 'censor' some...)
Deletions:
- If Battery powering your camera, you'd need at least 2 batteries so battery can be charged/rotated throughout the event
- If you afford a mains powered flash, go for it. Actually, use a full studio camera, lamp, umbrella etc portrait setup if you are that way inclined.
- Create a footswitch (I pulled out the small encoder circuit board from a USB keyboard and wired my foot switch to the matrix connections for the space bar)
- Download the photobooth app from the android store
Additions:
- Create a footswitch (I pulled out the small encoder circuit board from a USB keyboard and wired my foot switch to the matrix connections for the space bar)
- Plug the Android box in to power and the monitor and power it up.
- Connect mouse and keyboard to Android box. Connect the footswitch.
- Power up the wifi hotspot
- Setup the android box startup settings ie time/date, google account, language, wifi
- Remove all the useless apps via the settings menu
- Download the photobooth app from the android store
- Download the appropriate Android plugin for your printer (Brother in my case)
- Set up the Android box with the Photo Booth app
- Get the camera ready with the permanent power supply (or charged battery).
- Get the flash ready with batteries and connect to the camera.
- Set up the tripod with the SLR and flash (Choose appropriate settings, eg Auto, and position the flash with bounce or diffuser etc)
- Connect the camera USB cable to the Android Box
- Create a template for the photo layout and upload it to the Android box (I created it on the GIMP, and uploaded it to my google drive. I installed the google drive app on the android box and downloaded it)
- Plug in the printer and connect to wifi. Load it with paper.
- Start up the photobooth app and check the settings. Choose the printer, paper size (6x4inch)
- The camera image should appear on the app screen
- Press the footswitch and the countdown should start, it will take as many pics as there are transparent boxes in your template.
- Ensure it prints to your printer correctly
- Plug the Android box in to power and the monitor and power it up.
- Connect mouse and keyboard to Android box. Connect the footswitch.
- Power up the wifi hotspot
- Setup the android box startup settings ie time/date, google account, language, wifi
- Remove all the useless apps via the settings menu
- Download the photobooth app from the android store
- Download the appropriate Android plugin for your printer (Brother in my case)
- Set up the Android box with the Photo Booth app
- Get the camera ready with the permanent power supply (or charged battery).
- Get the flash ready with batteries and connect to the camera.
- Set up the tripod with the SLR and flash (Choose appropriate settings, eg Auto, and position the flash with bounce or diffuser etc)
- Connect the camera USB cable to the Android Box
- Create a template for the photo layout and upload it to the Android box (I created it on the GIMP, and uploaded it to my google drive. I installed the google drive app on the android box and downloaded it)
- Plug in the printer and connect to wifi. Load it with paper.
- Start up the photobooth app and check the settings. Choose the printer, paper size (6x4inch)
- The camera image should appear on the app screen
- Press the footswitch and the countdown should start, it will take as many pics as there are transparent boxes in your template.
- Ensure it prints to your printer correctly
Deletions:
- Connect mouse and keyboard to Android box.
- Power up the wifi hotspot
- Setup the android box startup settings ie time/date, google account, language, wifi
- Remove all the useless apps via the settings menu
- Download the photobooth app from the android store
- Download the appropriate Android plugin for your printer (Brother in my case)
- Set up the Android box with the Photo Booth app
- Get the camera ready with the permanent power supply (or charged battery).
- Get the flash ready with batteries and connect to the camera.
- Set up the tripod with the SLR and flash (Choose appropriate settings, eg Auto, and position the flash with bounce or diffuser etc)
- Connect the camera USB cable to the Android Box
- Create a template for the photo layout and upload it to the Android box (I created it on the GIMP, and uploaded it to my google drive. I installed the google drive app on the android box and downloaded it)
- Start up the photobooth app and check the settings
- Plug in the printer and connect to wifi
-
Additions:
- Plug the Android box in to power and the monitor and power it up.
- Connect mouse and keyboard to Android box.
- Power up the wifi hotspot
- Setup the android box startup settings ie time/date, google account, language, wifi
- Remove all the useless apps via the settings menu
- Download the photobooth app from the android store
- Download the appropriate Android plugin for your printer (Brother in my case)
- Set up the Android box with the Photo Booth app
- Get the camera ready with the permanent power supply (or charged battery).
- Get the flash ready with batteries and connect to the camera.
- Set up the tripod with the SLR and flash (Choose appropriate settings, eg Auto, and position the flash with bounce or diffuser etc)
- Connect the camera USB cable to the Android Box
- Create a template for the photo layout and upload it to the Android box (I created it on the GIMP, and uploaded it to my google drive. I installed the google drive app on the android box and downloaded it)
- Start up the photobooth app and check the settings
- Plug in the printer and connect to wifi
-
- Connect mouse and keyboard to Android box.
- Power up the wifi hotspot
- Setup the android box startup settings ie time/date, google account, language, wifi
- Remove all the useless apps via the settings menu
- Download the photobooth app from the android store
- Download the appropriate Android plugin for your printer (Brother in my case)
- Set up the Android box with the Photo Booth app
- Get the camera ready with the permanent power supply (or charged battery).
- Get the flash ready with batteries and connect to the camera.
- Set up the tripod with the SLR and flash (Choose appropriate settings, eg Auto, and position the flash with bounce or diffuser etc)
- Connect the camera USB cable to the Android Box
- Create a template for the photo layout and upload it to the Android box (I created it on the GIMP, and uploaded it to my google drive. I installed the google drive app on the android box and downloaded it)
- Start up the photobooth app and check the settings
- Plug in the printer and connect to wifi
-
Deletions:
- Connect mouse and keyboard to Android box.
- Setup the android box startup settings ie time/date, google account, language
- Download the photobooth app from the android store
- Set up the Android box with the Photo Booth app
- Get the camera ready with the permanent power supply (or charged battery).
- Get the flash ready with batteries and connect to the camera.
- Set up the tripod with the SLR and flash (Choose appropriate settings, eg Auto, and position the flash with bounce or diffuser etc)
- Connect the camera USB cable to the Android Box
-
Additions:
- Plug the Android box in to power and the monitor and power it up.
- Connect mouse and keyboard to Android box.
- Setup the android box startup settings ie time/date, google account, language
- Download the photobooth app from the android store
- Set up the Android box with the Photo Booth app
- Get the camera ready with the permanent power supply (or charged battery).
- Get the flash ready with batteries and connect to the camera.
- Set up the tripod with the SLR and flash (Choose appropriate settings, eg Auto, and position the flash with bounce or diffuser etc)
- Connect the camera USB cable to the Android Box
-
- Connect mouse and keyboard to Android box.
- Setup the android box startup settings ie time/date, google account, language
- Download the photobooth app from the android store
- Set up the Android box with the Photo Booth app
- Get the camera ready with the permanent power supply (or charged battery).
- Get the flash ready with batteries and connect to the camera.
- Set up the tripod with the SLR and flash (Choose appropriate settings, eg Auto, and position the flash with bounce or diffuser etc)
- Connect the camera USB cable to the Android Box
-
Deletions:
1) Connect mouse and keyboard to Android box.
1) Setup the android box startup settings ie time/date, google account, language
1) Download the photobooth app from the android store
1) Set up the Android box with the Photo Booth app
1) Get the camera ready with the permanent power supply (or charged battery).
1) Get the flash ready with batteries and connect to the camera.
1) Set up the tripod with the SLR and flash (Choose appropriate settings, eg Auto, and position the flash with bounce or diffuser etc)
1) Connect the camera USB cable to the Android Box
1)
Additions:
1) Plug the Android box in to power and the monitor and power it up.
1) Connect mouse and keyboard to Android box.
1) Setup the android box startup settings ie time/date, google account, language
1) Download the photobooth app from the android store
1) Set up the Android box with the Photo Booth app
1) Get the camera ready with the permanent power supply (or charged battery).
1) Get the flash ready with batteries and connect to the camera.
1) Set up the tripod with the SLR and flash (Choose appropriate settings, eg Auto, and position the flash with bounce or diffuser etc)
1) Connect the camera USB cable to the Android Box
1)
1) Connect mouse and keyboard to Android box.
1) Setup the android box startup settings ie time/date, google account, language
1) Download the photobooth app from the android store
1) Set up the Android box with the Photo Booth app
1) Get the camera ready with the permanent power supply (or charged battery).
1) Get the flash ready with batteries and connect to the camera.
1) Set up the tripod with the SLR and flash (Choose appropriate settings, eg Auto, and position the flash with bounce or diffuser etc)
1) Connect the camera USB cable to the Android Box
1)
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Revision [2187]
Edited on 2016-02-29 16:10:09 by ZorrUno [deleted ripmime info, need to list the steps now]Additions:
===Howto===
-- still to come
-- still to come
Deletions:
- ripmime:
- https://packages.debian.org/jessie/ripmime
- http://www.pldaniels.com/ripmime/
Additions:
- **Camera tripod**. I use [[http://www.slik.com/UFS-U9000.html this old one]]
Deletions:
Additions:
- **Camera tripod**. I use [[http://www.slik.com/UFS-F630.html this old one]]
- [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]] **Android TV device**. [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/17/videostrong-k1-plus-amlogic-s905-android-tv-box-unboxing-and-teardown/ (More info here)]] If I had more time I would have imported this, but got it [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=TV+Box+Android locally for about NZ$100]]. Yes, I bought this specifically for the project, but it is [[https://zorruno.com/2016/my-photobooth-project/ only after trying a bunch of alternatives I had with varying success.]]
- [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]] **Android TV device**. [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/17/videostrong-k1-plus-amlogic-s905-android-tv-box-unboxing-and-teardown/ (More info here)]] If I had more time I would have imported this, but got it [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=TV+Box+Android locally for about NZ$100]]. Yes, I bought this specifically for the project, but it is [[https://zorruno.com/2016/my-photobooth-project/ only after trying a bunch of alternatives I had with varying success.]]
Deletions:
- [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]] **Android TV device**. If I had more time I would have imported this, but got it [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=TV+Box+Android locally for about NZ$100]]. Yes, I bought this specifically for the project, but it is [[https://zorruno.com/2016/my-photobooth-project/ only after trying a bunch of alternatives I had with varying success.]]
Additions:
- [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]] **Android TV device**. If I had more time I would have imported this, but got it [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=TV+Box+Android locally for about NZ$100]]. Yes, I bought this specifically for the project, but it is [[https://zorruno.com/2016/my-photobooth-project/ only after trying a bunch of alternatives I had with varying success.]]
Deletions:
Additions:
- **SLR Camera** [[http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/d3200.htm Nikon 3200 SLR]]. This was my 'spare' SLR, I think I paid about NZ$400 for it a while ago from our [[http://www.trademe.co.nz local auction site]] and it came with 2 lenses, bag and 2 batteries etc.
- **Camera Lens**, I just used the one that came with the twin lens kit which is an [[http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/18-55mm-vr.htm 18-55 Zoom]]
- **Camera flash**, [[http://www.hkyongnuo.com/e-detaily.php?ID=324 Yongnuo YN565EX]] and a small [[http://www.lastolite.com/ezybox-speed-lite-kit-nikon-llls2431 softbox]]. Imported a while ago from [[http://www.dx.com/s/Yongnuo+YN565EX Dealextreme]] for around US$100 all up.
- **Camera AC Adaptor** [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html Nikon EH-5a ]] plus a [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/power-packs/ep-5a-power-supply-connector.html EP-5A adaptor]] (or equivalent for your camera model). These are ridiculously expensive at about NZ$240 for both items. I got locally as there wasn't much saving to be had by importing.
- **SD Card** for camera ( I use [[http://www.pbtech.co.nz/index.php?z=p&p=MEMSDK3235 Sandisk Ultras]] )
- **Printer**. I used a Brother Multifunction Inkjet [[http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]]. Bought [[http://www.warehousestationery.co.nz/ locally]], for around NZ$100 including cashback. I needed a new printer anyway.
- **Photo Paper**. A stack of [[http://www.hpshopping.co.nz/acquire/default.asp?pageid=custom&custom=detail&pf_id=2888740&tab=0 quality 102x152mm/4x6inch]]
- **Camera tripod**. I use[[http://www.slik.com/UFS-F630.html this old one]]
- [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]] **Android TV device**. If I had more time I would have imported this, but got it [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=TV+Box+Android locally for about NZ$100]]
- A **USB Keyboard** (destroyed... just needed the encoder board inside)
- **Treddle footswitch**. I used one that [[http://amzn.com/B008SOH5VC looks like this]] again bought [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=treadle+footswitch locally]] for about NZ$12.
- **LCD Monitor** or TV with HDMI input, or a [[http://amzn.com/B0002CZHN6 DVI to HDMI cable]]. I used a donated [[http://www.dell.com/ae/business/p/dell-p1914s/pd 19" Dell monitor with stand]]
- **Internet and wifi router**... I used [[http://www.vodafone.co.nz/shop/mobileDetails.jsp?skuId=sku30190617 Pocket Wifi device]], enabled with SIM card.
- **Backdrop**, stands for backdrop, table to put monitor on
- 4 way **Power board**, and **cables** for keeping monitor, camera, printer, pocket wifi and android TV box powered
- **AA batteries** for flash, spare and ready to replace if needed
- **Printer Ink**, spare, just in case
- **Camera Lens**, I just used the one that came with the twin lens kit which is an [[http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/18-55mm-vr.htm 18-55 Zoom]]
- **Camera flash**, [[http://www.hkyongnuo.com/e-detaily.php?ID=324 Yongnuo YN565EX]] and a small [[http://www.lastolite.com/ezybox-speed-lite-kit-nikon-llls2431 softbox]]. Imported a while ago from [[http://www.dx.com/s/Yongnuo+YN565EX Dealextreme]] for around US$100 all up.
- **Camera AC Adaptor** [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html Nikon EH-5a ]] plus a [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/power-packs/ep-5a-power-supply-connector.html EP-5A adaptor]] (or equivalent for your camera model). These are ridiculously expensive at about NZ$240 for both items. I got locally as there wasn't much saving to be had by importing.
- **SD Card** for camera ( I use [[http://www.pbtech.co.nz/index.php?z=p&p=MEMSDK3235 Sandisk Ultras]] )
- **Printer**. I used a Brother Multifunction Inkjet [[http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]]. Bought [[http://www.warehousestationery.co.nz/ locally]], for around NZ$100 including cashback. I needed a new printer anyway.
- **Photo Paper**. A stack of [[http://www.hpshopping.co.nz/acquire/default.asp?pageid=custom&custom=detail&pf_id=2888740&tab=0 quality 102x152mm/4x6inch]]
- **Camera tripod**. I use[[http://www.slik.com/UFS-F630.html this old one]]
- [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]] **Android TV device**. If I had more time I would have imported this, but got it [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=TV+Box+Android locally for about NZ$100]]
- A **USB Keyboard** (destroyed... just needed the encoder board inside)
- **Treddle footswitch**. I used one that [[http://amzn.com/B008SOH5VC looks like this]] again bought [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=treadle+footswitch locally]] for about NZ$12.
- **LCD Monitor** or TV with HDMI input, or a [[http://amzn.com/B0002CZHN6 DVI to HDMI cable]]. I used a donated [[http://www.dell.com/ae/business/p/dell-p1914s/pd 19" Dell monitor with stand]]
- **Internet and wifi router**... I used [[http://www.vodafone.co.nz/shop/mobileDetails.jsp?skuId=sku30190617 Pocket Wifi device]], enabled with SIM card.
- **Backdrop**, stands for backdrop, table to put monitor on
- 4 way **Power board**, and **cables** for keeping monitor, camera, printer, pocket wifi and android TV box powered
- **AA batteries** for flash, spare and ready to replace if needed
- **Printer Ink**, spare, just in case
Deletions:
- Camera Lens, I just used the one that came with the twin lens kit which is an [[http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/18-55mm-vr.htm 18-55 Zoom]]
- Camera flash, [[http://www.hkyongnuo.com/e-detaily.php?ID=324 Yongnuo YN565EX]] and a small [[http://www.lastolite.com/ezybox-speed-lite-kit-nikon-llls2431 softbox]]. Imported a while ago from [[http://www.dx.com/s/Yongnuo+YN565EX Dealextreme]] for around US$100 all up.
- Camera AC Adaptor [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html Nikon EH-5a ]] plus a [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/power-packs/ep-5a-power-supply-connector.html EP-5A adaptor]] (or equivalent for your camera model). These are ridiculously expensive at about NZ$240 for both items. I got locally as there wasn't much saving to be had by importing.
- SD Card for camera ( I use [[http://www.pbtech.co.nz/index.php?z=p&p=MEMSDK3235 Sandisk Ultras]] )
- Photo or inkjet Printer. I used a Brother [[http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]]. Bought [[http://www.warehousestationery.co.nz/ locally]], for around NZ$100 including cashback. I needed a new printer anyway.
- A stack of quality [[http://www.hpshopping.co.nz/acquire/default.asp?pageid=custom&custom=detail&pf_id=2888740&tab=0 Photo Paper]] (102x152mm/4x6inch
- A [[http://www.slik.com/UFS-F630.html camera tripod]]
- [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]] Android TV device. If I had more time I would have imported this, but got it [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=TV+Box+Android locally for about NZ$100]]
- A USB Keyboard (destroyed... just needed the encoder board inside)
- Treddle footswitch. I used one that [[http://amzn.com/B008SOH5VC looks like this]] again bought [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=treadle+footswitch locally]] for about NZ$12.
- Monitor or TV with HDMI input, or a [[http://amzn.com/B0002CZHN6 DVI to HDMI cable]]. I used a donated [[http://www.dell.com/ae/business/p/dell-p1914s/pd 19" Dell LCD monitor with stand]]
- [[http://www.vodafone.co.nz/shop/mobileDetails.jsp?skuId=sku30190617 Pocket Wifi device]], enabled with SIM card.
- Backdrop, stands for backdrop, table to put monitor on
- 4 way Power board, cables for keeping monitor, camera, printer, pocket wifi and android TV box powered
- AA batteries for flash, spare and ready to replace if needed
Additions:
- Camera flash, [[http://www.hkyongnuo.com/e-detaily.php?ID=324 Yongnuo YN565EX]] and a small [[http://www.lastolite.com/ezybox-speed-lite-kit-nikon-llls2431 softbox]]. Imported a while ago from [[http://www.dx.com/s/Yongnuo+YN565EX Dealextreme]] for around US$100 all up.
- Camera AC Adaptor [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html Nikon EH-5a ]] plus a [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/power-packs/ep-5a-power-supply-connector.html EP-5A adaptor]] (or equivalent for your camera model). These are ridiculously expensive at about NZ$240 for both items. I got locally as there wasn't much saving to be had by importing.
- SD Card for camera ( I use [[http://www.pbtech.co.nz/index.php?z=p&p=MEMSDK3235 Sandisk Ultras]] )
- Monitor or TV with HDMI input, or a [[http://amzn.com/B0002CZHN6 DVI to HDMI cable]]. I used a donated [[http://www.dell.com/ae/business/p/dell-p1914s/pd 19" Dell LCD monitor with stand]]
- Camera AC Adaptor [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html Nikon EH-5a ]] plus a [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/power-packs/ep-5a-power-supply-connector.html EP-5A adaptor]] (or equivalent for your camera model). These are ridiculously expensive at about NZ$240 for both items. I got locally as there wasn't much saving to be had by importing.
- SD Card for camera ( I use [[http://www.pbtech.co.nz/index.php?z=p&p=MEMSDK3235 Sandisk Ultras]] )
- Monitor or TV with HDMI input, or a [[http://amzn.com/B0002CZHN6 DVI to HDMI cable]]. I used a donated [[http://www.dell.com/ae/business/p/dell-p1914s/pd 19" Dell LCD monitor with stand]]
Deletions:
- Camera AC Adaptor [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html Nikon EH-5a ]] plus a [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/power-packs/ep-5a-power-supply-connector.html EP-5A adaptor]] (or equivalent for your camera model).
- SD Card of some sort for camera
- Monitor or TV with HDMI input, or a [[http://amzn.com/B0002CZHN6 DVI to HDMI cable]]. I used a [[http://www.dell.com/ae/business/p/dell-p1914s/pd 19" Dell LCD monitor with stand]]
Additions:
- SLR Camera [[http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/d3200.htm Nikon 3200 SLR]]. This was my 'spare' SLR, I think I paid about NZ$400 for it a while ago from our [[http://www.trademe.co.nz local auction site]] and it came with 2 lenses, bag and 2 batteries etc.
- Camera flash, [[http://www.hkyongnuo.com/e-detaily.php?ID=324 Yongnuo YN565EX]] and a small [[http://www.lastolite.com/ezybox-speed-lite-kit-nikon-llls2431 softbox]]. Imported a while ago from [[http://www.dx.com/s/Yongnuo+YN565EX Dealextreme]].
- Camera flash, [[http://www.hkyongnuo.com/e-detaily.php?ID=324 Yongnuo YN565EX]] and a small [[http://www.lastolite.com/ezybox-speed-lite-kit-nikon-llls2431 softbox]]. Imported a while ago from [[http://www.dx.com/s/Yongnuo+YN565EX Dealextreme]].
Deletions:
- Camera flash, [[http://www.hkyongnuo.com/e-detaily.php?ID=324 Yongnuo YN565EX]] and a small [[http://www.lastolite.com/ezybox-speed-lite-kit-nikon-llls2431 softbox]]. Imported a while ago from [[http://dx.com Dealextreme]].
Additions:
- SLR Camera [[http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/d3200.htm Nikon 3200 SLR]]. This was my 'spare' SLR, I think I paid about NZ$400 for it a while ago with 2 lenses, bag and 2 batteries etc.
- Camera flash, [[http://www.hkyongnuo.com/e-detaily.php?ID=324 Yongnuo YN565EX]] and a small [[http://www.lastolite.com/ezybox-speed-lite-kit-nikon-llls2431 softbox]]. Imported a while ago from [[http://dx.com Dealextreme]].
- Photo or inkjet Printer. I used a Brother [[http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]]. Bought [[http://www.warehousestationery.co.nz/ locally]], for around NZ$100 including cashback. I needed a new printer anyway.
- [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]] Android TV device. If I had more time I would have imported this, but got it [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=TV+Box+Android locally for about NZ$100]]
- Treddle footswitch. I used one that [[http://amzn.com/B008SOH5VC looks like this]] again bought [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=treadle+footswitch locally]] for about NZ$12.
- Camera flash, [[http://www.hkyongnuo.com/e-detaily.php?ID=324 Yongnuo YN565EX]] and a small [[http://www.lastolite.com/ezybox-speed-lite-kit-nikon-llls2431 softbox]]. Imported a while ago from [[http://dx.com Dealextreme]].
- Photo or inkjet Printer. I used a Brother [[http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]]. Bought [[http://www.warehousestationery.co.nz/ locally]], for around NZ$100 including cashback. I needed a new printer anyway.
- [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]] Android TV device. If I had more time I would have imported this, but got it [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=TV+Box+Android locally for about NZ$100]]
- Treddle footswitch. I used one that [[http://amzn.com/B008SOH5VC looks like this]] again bought [[http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/SearchResults.aspx?searchString=treadle+footswitch locally]] for about NZ$12.
Deletions:
- Camera flash, [[http://www.hkyongnuo.com/e-detaily.php?ID=324 Yongnuo YN565EX]] and a small [[http://www.lastolite.com/ezybox-speed-lite-kit-nikon-llls2431 softbox]]
- Photo or inkjet Printer. I used a Brother [[http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]].
- [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]] Android TV device.
- Treddle footswitch. I used one that [[http://amzn.com/B008SOH5VC looks like this]]
Additions:
- Camera AC Adaptor [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html Nikon EH-5a ]] plus a [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/power-packs/ep-5a-power-supply-connector.html EP-5A adaptor]] (or equivalent for your camera model).
- A stack of quality [[http://www.hpshopping.co.nz/acquire/default.asp?pageid=custom&custom=detail&pf_id=2888740&tab=0 Photo Paper]] (102x152mm/4x6inch
- A [[http://www.slik.com/UFS-F630.html camera tripod]]
- [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]] Android TV device.
- A USB Keyboard (destroyed... just needed the encoder board inside)
- Treddle footswitch. I used one that [[http://amzn.com/B008SOH5VC looks like this]]
- AA batteries for flash, spare and ready to replace if needed
- If you afford a mains powered flash, go for it. Actually, use a full studio camera, lamp, umbrella etc portrait setup if you are that way inclined.
- A stack of quality [[http://www.hpshopping.co.nz/acquire/default.asp?pageid=custom&custom=detail&pf_id=2888740&tab=0 Photo Paper]] (102x152mm/4x6inch
- A [[http://www.slik.com/UFS-F630.html camera tripod]]
- [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]] Android TV device.
- A USB Keyboard (destroyed... just needed the encoder board inside)
- Treddle footswitch. I used one that [[http://amzn.com/B008SOH5VC looks like this]]
- AA batteries for flash, spare and ready to replace if needed
- If you afford a mains powered flash, go for it. Actually, use a full studio camera, lamp, umbrella etc portrait setup if you are that way inclined.
Deletions:
- A stack of quality [[http://www.hpshopping.co.nz/acquire/default.asp?pageid=custom&custom=detail&pf_id=2888740&tab=0 Photo Paper (102x152mm/4x6inch)]]
- A camera Tripod eg [[http://www.slik.com/UFS-F630.html My one]]
- Android TV device with a few USB ports, decent spec processor and video out, I used a [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]]
- A USB Keyboard you don't mind ripping apart.
- Some sort of treddle footswitch. I used one that [[http://amzn.com/B008SOH5VC looks like this]]
Additions:
- Camera AC Adaptor [[Nikon EH-5a http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html]] plus a [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/power-packs/ep-5a-power-supply-connector.html EP-5A adaptor]] (or equivalent for your camera model).
- Photo or inkjet Printer. I used a Brother [[http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]].
- Photo or inkjet Printer. I used a Brother [[http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]].
Deletions:
- Photo or inkjet Printer. I used a Brother [[ http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]].
Additions:
- Didn't need to be in a fancy box or 'booth', as it would be in a dedicated small room.
- Camera flash, [[http://www.hkyongnuo.com/e-detaily.php?ID=324 Yongnuo YN565EX]] and a small [[http://www.lastolite.com/ezybox-speed-lite-kit-nikon-llls2431 softbox]]
- Camera flash, [[http://www.hkyongnuo.com/e-detaily.php?ID=324 Yongnuo YN565EX]] and a small [[http://www.lastolite.com/ezybox-speed-lite-kit-nikon-llls2431 softbox]]
Deletions:
Additions:
- Must have **minimal maintenance** for all items whilst running
- Should have a **long running time before any 're-stocking'** is needed
- Must have a **photo preview** so people can see their fancy pose
- Should have **large screen** for info/countdown, preferably with mirrored image of preview.
- Must **'auto-print'** photos,
- Must be able to use a **customised template** with multiple photo layout of my design
- Should have a **long running time before any 're-stocking'** is needed
- Must have a **photo preview** so people can see their fancy pose
- Should have **large screen** for info/countdown, preferably with mirrored image of preview.
- Must **'auto-print'** photos,
- Must be able to use a **customised template** with multiple photo layout of my design
Deletions:
- Must have a **decent photo preview** so people can see their pose (prefer large screen, mirrored image)
- Must **'auto-print'** photos, and to a **customised template** with multiple photo layout of my design
Additions:
====My Photobooth Goals====
- Must be **completely ‘self service’** and minimal to no user interaction.
- Must have **minimal maintenance** for all items whilst running, and long running time before any 're-stocking' is needed
- Must have **auto 'startup'**, and a **simple reset** if something went wrong
- Must be **cheap**... and use existing stuff I had around.
- Must be lightweight and **easy to transport**.
- Must have a simple, **repeatable setup**.
- Must have **robust user interaction** (i.e. drunk people can operate without breaking it)
- Must have a **decent photo preview** so people can see their pose (prefer large screen, mirrored image)
- Must **'auto-print'** photos, and to a **customised template** with multiple photo layout of my design
- Must print to **6x4 photo paper**
- Preferably… **easy reuse**, I'd rather be able to store it in a box so someone can use in future.
- Preferably... **Auto upload to a central website**... live for people to see as templates are created.
- Didn't need to be in a fancy box or 'booth', as it would be in a dedicated small room. Just the equipment and a nice backdrop would do.
-Camera AC Adaptor [[Nikon EH-5a http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html]] plus a [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/power-packs/ep-5a-power-supply-connector.html EP-5A adaptor]] (or equivalent for your camera model).
- Photo or inkjet Printer. I used a Brother [[ http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]].
- A camera Tripod eg [[http://www.slik.com/UFS-F630.html My one]]
- A USB Keyboard you don't mind ripping apart.
- Some sort of treddle footswitch. I used one that [[http://amzn.com/B008SOH5VC looks like this]]
- [[http://www.vodafone.co.nz/shop/mobileDetails.jsp?skuId=sku30190617 Pocket Wifi device]], enabled with SIM card.
- Backdrop, stands for backdrop, table to put monitor on
- 4 way Power board, cables for keeping monitor, camera, printer, pocket wifi and android TV box powered
====Alternatives====
- If Battery powering your camera, you'd need at least 2 batteries so battery can be charged/rotated throughout the event
- Many Nikon and Canon SLRs can be used... if they offer tethered support. A list of models that should work is [[https://helpx.adobe.com/lightroom/kb/tethered-camera-support.html here]].
- A lot of people seem to use the Canon [[http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/printers/photo-printers/1400857/canon-selphy-cp910-review Selphy CP910]] for printing which produces good quality dye sublimate photos, and is nice and portable. A dealbreaker for me was that it only has an 18 page hopper.
- You could dispense with the keyboard destruction and just use a purpose made programmable footswitch such as [[http://stealthswitch.com/shop/ the Stealth Switch]] or [[http://amzn.com/B008MU0TBU this]].
- You could use an Android tablet rather than a box & screen, and use the touch screen instead of the foot switch (but see the details of my setup issues [[https://zorruno.com/2016/my-photobooth-project/ here]].
- Must be **completely ‘self service’** and minimal to no user interaction.
- Must have **minimal maintenance** for all items whilst running, and long running time before any 're-stocking' is needed
- Must have **auto 'startup'**, and a **simple reset** if something went wrong
- Must be **cheap**... and use existing stuff I had around.
- Must be lightweight and **easy to transport**.
- Must have a simple, **repeatable setup**.
- Must have **robust user interaction** (i.e. drunk people can operate without breaking it)
- Must have a **decent photo preview** so people can see their pose (prefer large screen, mirrored image)
- Must **'auto-print'** photos, and to a **customised template** with multiple photo layout of my design
- Must print to **6x4 photo paper**
- Preferably… **easy reuse**, I'd rather be able to store it in a box so someone can use in future.
- Preferably... **Auto upload to a central website**... live for people to see as templates are created.
- Didn't need to be in a fancy box or 'booth', as it would be in a dedicated small room. Just the equipment and a nice backdrop would do.
-Camera AC Adaptor [[Nikon EH-5a http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html]] plus a [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/power-packs/ep-5a-power-supply-connector.html EP-5A adaptor]] (or equivalent for your camera model).
- Photo or inkjet Printer. I used a Brother [[ http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]].
- A camera Tripod eg [[http://www.slik.com/UFS-F630.html My one]]
- A USB Keyboard you don't mind ripping apart.
- Some sort of treddle footswitch. I used one that [[http://amzn.com/B008SOH5VC looks like this]]
- [[http://www.vodafone.co.nz/shop/mobileDetails.jsp?skuId=sku30190617 Pocket Wifi device]], enabled with SIM card.
- Backdrop, stands for backdrop, table to put monitor on
- 4 way Power board, cables for keeping monitor, camera, printer, pocket wifi and android TV box powered
====Alternatives====
- If Battery powering your camera, you'd need at least 2 batteries so battery can be charged/rotated throughout the event
- Many Nikon and Canon SLRs can be used... if they offer tethered support. A list of models that should work is [[https://helpx.adobe.com/lightroom/kb/tethered-camera-support.html here]].
- A lot of people seem to use the Canon [[http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/printers/photo-printers/1400857/canon-selphy-cp910-review Selphy CP910]] for printing which produces good quality dye sublimate photos, and is nice and portable. A dealbreaker for me was that it only has an 18 page hopper.
- You could dispense with the keyboard destruction and just use a purpose made programmable footswitch such as [[http://stealthswitch.com/shop/ the Stealth Switch]] or [[http://amzn.com/B008MU0TBU this]].
- You could use an Android tablet rather than a box & screen, and use the touch screen instead of the foot switch (but see the details of my setup issues [[https://zorruno.com/2016/my-photobooth-project/ here]].
Deletions:
- Must be completely ‘self service’ and minimal to no user interaction.
- Must have minimal maintenance for all items whilst running, and long running time before any 're-stocking' is needed
- Must have auto 'startup', and a simple reset if something went wrong
- Must be cheap... and use existing stuff I had around.
- Must be lightweight and easy to transport
- Must have a simple, repeatable setup.
- Must have robust user interaction (i.e. drunk people can operate without breaking it)
- Must have a decent photo preview so people can see their pose (prefer large mirrored screen)
- Must 'auto-print' photos, and to a customised template with multiple photo layout of my design
- Must print to 6x4 photo paper
- Preferably… easy reuse, I'd rather be able to store it in a box so someone can use in future.
- Preferably... Auto upload to a central website... live for people to see as templates are created.
- If Battery powered, need at least 2 batteries so battery can be charged/rotated throughout the event OR better still Camera AC Adaptor [[Nikon EH-5a http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html]] plus a [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/power-packs/ep-5a-power-supply-connector.html EP-5A adaptor]] or equivalent for your camera.
- Photo or inkjet Printer. I used a Brother [[ http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]]
- A camera Tripod eg [[http://www.slik.com/UFS-F630.html My oone]]
- A USB Keyboard you don't mind ripping apart
- Some sort of treddle footswitch. I used one that [[http://amzn.com/B008SOH5VC looks like this]], but you could dispense with the keyboard operation and just use a purpose made one such as [[http://stealthswitch.com/shop/ the Stealth Switch]]
- Laptop has no bluetooth or touchscreen to make it start, so plan is to use a mouse (with x/y prevented... click only). I may even hack together a footswitch....
- pocket wifi for internet (permanently powered)
- possibly another external monitor... not sure if I want to bother yet
Printer is wifi ... it will work USB connected to laptop, but seems to be more consistent with wifi. Wifi is needed for photo upload anyway.
I get the occasional glitch, but once running continuously it appears to work well. A reboot from scratch seems to bring it up consistently if ever needed (eg if left idle for too long)
Other maintenance
- check camera battery plugged in
- Check printer paper and reload (has about 100 in the hopper, so should be good for 2-3 reloads overall). Fix any jams... haven't had one so far though.
- Maybe change flash batteries, but hopefully not
Oh and FYI I got the crappy android laptop for free. Thanks Aliexpress.
Additions:
=====SLR Photo Booth=====
There are plenty of ways to set up a photo booth for an event, and this is how I did it.
====Photobooth Goals====
- Must be completely ‘self service’ and minimal to no user interaction.
- Must have minimal maintenance for all items whilst running, and long running time before any 're-stocking' is needed
- Must have auto 'startup', and a simple reset if something went wrong
- Must be cheap... and use existing stuff I had around.
- Must be lightweight and easy to transport
- Must have a simple, repeatable setup.
- Must have robust user interaction (i.e. drunk people can operate without breaking it)
- Must have a decent photo preview so people can see their pose (prefer large mirrored screen)
- Must 'auto-print' photos, and to a customised template with multiple photo layout of my design
- Must print to 6x4 photo paper
- Preferably… easy reuse, I'd rather be able to store it in a box so someone can use in future.
- Preferably... Auto upload to a central website... live for people to see as templates are created.
- Camera Lens, I just used the one that came with the twin lens kit which is an [[http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/18-55mm-vr.htm 18-55 Zoom]]
- If Battery powered, need at least 2 batteries so battery can be charged/rotated throughout the event OR better still Camera AC Adaptor [[Nikon EH-5a http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html]] plus a [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/power-packs/ep-5a-power-supply-connector.html EP-5A adaptor]] or equivalent for your camera.
- Photo or inkjet Printer. I used a Brother [[ http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]]
- A camera Tripod eg [[http://www.slik.com/UFS-F630.html My oone]]
- Android TV device with a few USB ports, decent spec processor and video out, I used a [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]]
- A USB Keyboard you don't mind ripping apart
- Some sort of treddle footswitch. I used one that [[http://amzn.com/B008SOH5VC looks like this]], but you could dispense with the keyboard operation and just use a purpose made one such as [[http://stealthswitch.com/shop/ the Stealth Switch]]
- Monitor or TV with HDMI input, or a [[http://amzn.com/B0002CZHN6 DVI to HDMI cable]]. I used a [[http://www.dell.com/ae/business/p/dell-p1914s/pd 19" Dell LCD monitor with stand]]
There are plenty of ways to set up a photo booth for an event, and this is how I did it.
====Photobooth Goals====
- Must be completely ‘self service’ and minimal to no user interaction.
- Must have minimal maintenance for all items whilst running, and long running time before any 're-stocking' is needed
- Must have auto 'startup', and a simple reset if something went wrong
- Must be cheap... and use existing stuff I had around.
- Must be lightweight and easy to transport
- Must have a simple, repeatable setup.
- Must have robust user interaction (i.e. drunk people can operate without breaking it)
- Must have a decent photo preview so people can see their pose (prefer large mirrored screen)
- Must 'auto-print' photos, and to a customised template with multiple photo layout of my design
- Must print to 6x4 photo paper
- Preferably… easy reuse, I'd rather be able to store it in a box so someone can use in future.
- Preferably... Auto upload to a central website... live for people to see as templates are created.
- Camera Lens, I just used the one that came with the twin lens kit which is an [[http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/18-55mm-vr.htm 18-55 Zoom]]
- If Battery powered, need at least 2 batteries so battery can be charged/rotated throughout the event OR better still Camera AC Adaptor [[Nikon EH-5a http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html]] plus a [[http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/power-packs/ep-5a-power-supply-connector.html EP-5A adaptor]] or equivalent for your camera.
- Photo or inkjet Printer. I used a Brother [[ http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]]
- A camera Tripod eg [[http://www.slik.com/UFS-F630.html My oone]]
- Android TV device with a few USB ports, decent spec processor and video out, I used a [[http://www.cnx-software.com/2015/11/28/k1-plus-amlogic-s905-tv-box-review/ Videostrong K1 Plus]]
- A USB Keyboard you don't mind ripping apart
- Some sort of treddle footswitch. I used one that [[http://amzn.com/B008SOH5VC looks like this]], but you could dispense with the keyboard operation and just use a purpose made one such as [[http://stealthswitch.com/shop/ the Stealth Switch]]
- Monitor or TV with HDMI input, or a [[http://amzn.com/B0002CZHN6 DVI to HDMI cable]]. I used a [[http://www.dell.com/ae/business/p/dell-p1914s/pd 19" Dell LCD monitor with stand]]
Deletions:
This is the last part of the photobooth... currently I have the photos going to google photos fine, but I manually have to add them to an album to display in wordpress. A quick job, but if I can fully automate it I'll be happier. I'm pretty sure I can display in a wordpress album from bunch of JPG files in a dir.
The booth software can send to am email, so this is probably the easiest option (I already have all the photos sync'd with google photos, and dropbox as option B/C and and a backup)
I really want to
- regularly command line retrieve then delete an email (from a specific, known pop box)
- strip the attachment and place it in a directory (on Hudzen)
- delete any non JPGs (unlikely it will have anything else in the email, but you never know... and munpack apparently strips all MIME content)
http://ourforeverday.fox.co.nz/photobooth/ (this one using google photos album currently)
this is currently secret squirrel, but as I'll probably make you in charge of photobooth maintenance on the night... I better show you how it is all set up :)
- If Battery powered, need at least 2 batteries so battery can be charged/rotated throughout the event OR better still Camera AC Adaptor [[Nikon EH-5a http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html]] plus
- Printer, Brother [[ http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]]
-
(. Connected by USB to laptop.
- Android based laptop with photobooth app (USB power permanently connected... if I use a standard tablet I will need to put together USB/Power Y splitter)
Additions:
====Hardware====
- SLR Camera [[http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/d3200.htm Nikon 3200 SLR]]
- If Battery powered, need at least 2 batteries so battery can be charged/rotated throughout the event OR better still Camera AC Adaptor [[Nikon EH-5a http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html]] plus
- SD Card of some sort for camera
- Printer, Brother [[ http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]]
- A stack of quality [[http://www.hpshopping.co.nz/acquire/default.asp?pageid=custom&custom=detail&pf_id=2888740&tab=0 Photo Paper (102x152mm/4x6inch)]]
-
(. Connected by USB to laptop.
- SLR Camera [[http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/d3200.htm Nikon 3200 SLR]]
- If Battery powered, need at least 2 batteries so battery can be charged/rotated throughout the event OR better still Camera AC Adaptor [[Nikon EH-5a http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/power-adapters/eh-5a-ac-adapter.html]] plus
- SD Card of some sort for camera
- Printer, Brother [[ http://www.brother.co.nz/Public/ViewProduct/MFCJ5720DW MFC-J5720DW]]
- A stack of quality [[http://www.hpshopping.co.nz/acquire/default.asp?pageid=custom&custom=detail&pf_id=2888740&tab=0 Photo Paper (102x152mm/4x6inch)]]
-
(. Connected by USB to laptop.
Deletions:
- Nikon 3200 SLR (battery powered, with 2 batteries so battery may need changing though the night). Connected by USB to laptop.
- Brother printer with 6x4 photopaper
Additions:
===MIME Extraction===
- ripmime:
- https://packages.debian.org/jessie/ripmime
- http://www.pldaniels.com/ripmime/
- ripmime:
- https://packages.debian.org/jessie/ripmime
- http://www.pldaniels.com/ripmime/
Additions:
====Hardware settled upon====