Equipment Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions

This Rental Agreement (hereinafter referred to as the “Agreement”) is entered into by Dream Scenes Limited (hereinafter referred to as the “Company”) and the Renter (hereinafter referred to as the “Renter”).

By signing this Agreement, the Renter agrees to all terms and conditions set forth herein.

1. Amendments to Terms

1.1 The Company reserves the right to amend the terms of this Agreement at any time, but such amendments shall only apply to new orders or rentals and shall not have retroactive effect on Agreements already signed.

1.2 If any changes to the Agreement terms are required during the rental period, both parties must agree through mutual negotiation, and the changes must be confirmed in writing to be effective.

2. Disclaimer of Liability

2.1 The Company strives to ensure the accuracy of all pricing, descriptions, and availability information; however, these details are subject to change without prior notice.

2.2 The Company shall not be held liable for any direct or indirect losses arising from the use or malfunction of the equipment. The Renter assumes all risks. However, if the loss is caused by hidden defects in the equipment and not due to improper use by the Renter, the Company will provide a reasonable replacement or refund for the rental fee.

3. Equipment Inspection

3.1 The Company will conduct a thorough inspection of the equipment before delivery, upon pickup, and when it is returned.

3.2 The Renter is required to inspect and test the equipment upon delivery or pickup to confirm that it is in good working condition. Any issues must be reported to the Company immediately. Failure to notify the Company will be deemed as the Renter’s acceptance of the equipment in proper condition.

3.3 Any damage to the equipment during testing that is not caused by an inherent defect in the equipment will be the responsibility of the Renter.

4. Equipment Pickup, Return, and Usage

4.1 All rental equipment must be picked up and returned at the Company’s studio located on Wah Sing Street, Kwai Hing, Hong Kong, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing by both parties.

4.2 The Renter must hire at least one Dream Scenes (Ds) staff member to assist with equipment operation. This staff member will act as a lighting assistant. Fees are as follows:

• $2,800 per assistant per 8-hour workday.

4.3 Rental fees are calculated on a daily basis, regardless of actual usage time:

• Earliest pickup time: 08:00

• Latest return time: 23:00

• The minimum rental fee is $1,500HKD per transaction

4.4 Transportation and On-site Operation:

The Company’s staff is responsible for the transportation and on-site operation of the equipment. Working hours include the time required for transportation to and from the location.

5. Equipment Loss, Damage, or Alteration

5.1 In the event of equipment loss, damage, or destruction, the Renter must notify the Company immediately and return the equipment to the Company for inspection.

5.2 The Company will evaluate the extent of the damage and determine the necessary repair or replacement plan. The Renter shall bear all associated costs, which will be deducted from the deposit where applicable. These costs include:

• Repair costs;

• Full replacement cost if the equipment is irreparable or lost;

• Reasonable rental profit loss during the repair or replacement period.

5.3 The Renter shall not modify or alter the equipment in any way. If modifications or alterations are made, the Renter shall bear all restoration costs.

5.4 The Renter is responsible for all accessories provided with the equipment (e.g., bags, cables, chargers, batteries). Any loss of accessories will result in the full replacement cost being deducted.

6. Rental Period and Late Return Penalty

6.1 If no other renters are scheduled, the Company may allow the Renter to pick up the equipment half a day earlier. However, this is at the sole discretion of the Company.

6.2 The Renter must return the equipment to the Company on the last day of the rental period (between 08:00 and 23:00) and ensure that:

• The equipment is returned in its original packaging provided by the Company;

• The equipment is clean and in good working condition.

6.3 If additional cleaning is required upon return, the cleaning fee will be deducted from the deposit.

6.4 Late Return Penalty: If the equipment is returned late, a penalty of three times the daily rental fee will be charged. If the equipment is not returned within seven days of the due date, it will be considered stolen. The Company reserves the right to take criminal and civil legal action and pursue all related losses and legal fees from the Renter.

7. Ownership of Equipment

7.1 All rented equipment remains the property of the Company. The Renter does not obtain any ownership or related rights to the equipment.

8. Deposit and Refund Policy

8.1 A deposit is required for all rentals, and the amount is determined by the Company.

8.2 The deposit will be refunded within seven (7) business days after the equipment has been inspected and verified. If any damage, loss, or penalties apply, the associated costs will be deducted from the deposit. The Renter must pay any remaining amount if the deposit is insufficient.

9. Cancellations, Extensions, and Weather-Related Adjustments

9.1 Company Cancellation Rights: The Company reserves the right to cancel any order prior to the start of the rental period. In such cases, the Company will refund the payment but will not be held liable for any other responsibilities.

9.2 Renter Extensions: If the Renter requests an extension of the rental period, the Renter shall bear all additional costs and losses incurred by the Company.

9.3 Weather-Related Adjustments:

• Black Rainstorm or Typhoon Signal No. 8 or Above: If such warnings are issued within two hours before the scheduled rental time, the Company will allow the Renter to reschedule or cancel the rental without penalty.

• Red Rainstorm or Typhoon Signal No. 3: If such warnings are downgraded to Typhoon Signal No. 3 or Red Rainstorm within two hours before the rental time, the rental will proceed as scheduled. Specific arrangements shall be mutually agreed upon by both parties.

10. Breach of Contract

10.1 If the Renter fails to make payment, all outstanding amounts will become immediately due. The Company reserves the right to take legal action, including but not limited to:

• Recovering unpaid amounts through the Renter’s payment method;

• Hiring third-party collection agencies;

• Filing criminal or civil lawsuits.

10.2 The Renter shall bear all costs associated with debt recovery, including but not limited to legal fees, collection agency fees, and interest charges.

11. Renter Identity Verification

11.1 The Renter must provide a valid Business Registration Certificate, valid identification (e.g., Hong Kong Identity Card or Passport), and proof of address issued within the last three months (e.g., utility bill or bank statement). The Company reserves the right to reject rental applications that fail to provide the required documents.

12. Payment Terms

All fees, including rental fees and deposits, must be fully settled before equipment pickup.

We accept cash, FPS, or company cheques (note: personal cheques are not accepted). Cheques should be made payable to Dream Scenes Limited. Payments can also be made via bank transfer to:

Bank Name: 東亞銀行 The Bank of East Asia Bank Code:

Account Number: SWIFT Code:

Account Name: Dream Scenes Limited FPS number: +852-6973-4094

13. Language Discrepancy

In the event of any inconsistency or discrepancy between the Chinese and English versions of this Agreement, the Chinese version shall prevail.