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This topic describes what you should know about starting Pandoras Box.

Why are there Different Versions of PB on my System?

Many users prefer to "not change a running system" and just keep on using the same version for a certain show file.

As mentioned in the last chapter a new installation of Pandoras Box does not overwrite prior versions. Hence you can and must choose which version of Pandoras Box you would like to start. When opening an already existing project file (that is an PBB file) use the same version it was programmed with or a newer one.

Using the latest version of Pandoras Box obviously gives you access to the newest features and bug fixes. However, if your project was programmed with an earlier version, we recommend testing it like you would use it in your show environment.

Starting Pandoras Box with PB Menu (automatically)

The "Pandoras Box" button in PB Menu starts Pandoras Box in the way you have configured it. In the Settings menu you can define a version as well as the Master / Client mode. Further, you can tick the option to start Pandoras Box any time when the computer boots. The Server Management Application features a Select Version tool which sets the same PB version and starting options for all selected devices in the network.

Starting Pandoras Box without PB Menu

The installation folder (per default C:\Program Files\Christie) lists all current Pandoras Box versions. Open an according version folder and choose the PandorasBox.exe file if you would like to start the Master mode, otherwise PandoraxBoxClient.exe. Of course you can also use the Windows start menu and open the "Christie" folder or simply enter the version number or "PB" after pressing the Windows key. As depicted below, the first finding would start the Master mode.

Loading a PB Project

When starting Pandoras Box, the Startup dialog offers to load a recent project. You can also click "Open Project" and browse to the folder where you saved the project. This can be done later with the "File" menu, too.

By the way, the "Startup" section of the Configuration tab in the Pandoras Box Master lets you define if and which project should be loaded on startup automatically.