A. Quick Start (5-minute overview)

Use this if you’ve deployed before and just need the correct order.

1. Unpack and identify clips + tools.
2. Expand frame; set leg height; install leg locking clips.
3. Lock frame pins; install lower crossbars.
4. Install exterior blackout fabric (black) then interior chroma fabric (blue).
5. Install lighting (set to 4000K before mounting); route power to rear exit.
6. Install webcam/camera; route USB (front) and audio (rear).
7. Install base stations diagonally; route power to rear exit.
8. Cable-manage along ceiling bars; install floor LAST.

B. Structure Setup

Goal: Stand the frame up safely, square it, set height, and lock all structural pins before adding fabrics or hardware.

B1 — UnpackOpen boxes carefully (avoid long blades)

• Verify you have the frame, fabrics, crossbars, clips, lights, clamps, and cables.
• Keep clips grouped by type to speed up crossbar install.

B2 — Expand the frameExpand evenly from opposite sides

• Remove the structure from the bag and expand evenly from opposite sides.
• Extend all four legs so the frame stands stable.

B3 — Set height + lock legs (clips)Pin must be fully seated

1. Loosen screw and open the latch.
2. Align the pin to the leg hole.
3. Close latch and tighten firmly.

Check: Clip is secure only when the pin is fully seated.

B4 — Fully expand + lock frame pinsSquare → lock → confirm pins

• Expand to full size until square.
• Pull the frame pin and let it re-engage into the hole to lock the frame.
• Confirm all pins are seated before proceeding.

C. Crossbars + Rigidity

Goal: Install lower crossbars to add stiffness and provide tension points for fabrics.

C1 — Clip types and placementSingle = front • L-shaped = rear

• Each crossbar uses two clips.
• SINGLE clip at the front.
• L-SHAPED clip at the rear.

C2 — Clamp and tightenAlign bar → tighten firmly

1. Loosen the black screw and open the clip.
2. Clamp to the leg and align the bar.
3. Tighten firmly. Repeat for remaining sides/back.

D. Fabrics (Blackout + Chroma)

Critical for chroma quality: smooth, evenly tensioned fabric = clean keying.

D1 — Exterior blackout fabric (black)Work around the whole structure

• Starting at the front, Velcro the top of the body fabric to the bottom of the ceiling fabric.
• Work around the entire structure.
• Secure corner tabs around legs.

D2 — Interior chroma fabric (blue)Cover legs fully • remove folds

• Velcro blue to black along top and bottom runs.
• Wrap fabrics around legs so leg tubes are fully covered.
• Remove folds/sagging for best keying.

E. Lighting (4000K) + Power Routing

Install lighting before the floor to keep the floor fabric clean and allow easy cable routing.

E1 — Pre-checkSet to 4000K BEFORE mounting

• Power on lights and set colour temperature to 4000K before mounting.
• Troubleshooting is harder once fabrics/floor are installed.

E2 — Mount and interconnectVelcro to marked positions

• Velcro both ends of each light to the marked ceiling positions.
• Connect light connectors and interconnect cables.

E3 — Route power to rear exitSingle rear power path

• Connect corner light to power cable.
• Feed plug through the rear Velcro slit so all power exits at the rear.

F. Camera + Audio

Goal: Secure the camera centrally and route USB/audio cleanly along ceiling bars (no hanging loops).

F1 — Mount cameraClamp centrally

• Attach the webcam/camera to the SmallRig ceiling clamp.
• Clamp the assembly to the frame bar.

F2 — Cable routingUSB front • audio rear

• Run webcam USB and audio cables along a ceiling bar and secure with Velcro ties.
• Route USB to front; route audio to rear.

G. XR Base Stations (Tracking)

Diagonal placement maximises tracking volume and reduces occlusion.

G1 — Mount diagonallyFront + back diagonal

• Attach SmallRig clamps at the front and back, diagonal to each other.
• Mount base stations securely and connect power to the rear of each unit.

H. Cable Management + Floor

Goal: Keep cables off the floor, avoid occlusions, and maintain a single rear exit path.

H1 — Headset cable clipAttach before floor

• Attach the headset cable clip to the front ceiling bar before installing the floor.

H2 — Install floor (LAST)Smooth wrinkles

• Velcro the bottom of the body fabric to the floor fabric.
• Smooth out wrinkles. Installing last keeps the floor clean and improves chroma consistency.

I. Final Checks

• Lights: all on, consistent brightness, 4000K.
• Chroma: no wrinkles/folds; legs fully covered; no gaps at corners.
• Tracking: base stations powered and stable; clear line-of-sight across play space.
• Capture: camera feed verified; audio verified (if used).
• Cables: secured to ceiling bars; no hanging loops; single rear exit.
• Floor: clean, flat, secured with Velcro.

J. Pack Down (Reverse Order)

1. Remove floor fabric first and store clean.
2. Power down and remove XR hardware (base stations, camera, audio).
3. Remove lights and cables; coil and secure with Velcro ties.
4. Remove interior chroma fabric, then exterior blackout fabric.
5. Remove lower crossbars and clips.
6. Collapse frame evenly and store in carry bag.

K. Troubleshooting (Common Issues)

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