Toolbox Basics

Version 1.1 by Alexander Mott on 2022/06/22 22:21

Overview

Crestron's Toolbox software is vital to being able to startup any Crestron lighting control job. The intent of this article is to familiarize a new lighting control tech with the very basics of the various Tools available within the Crestron Toolbox software.

Initial Configuration

When you first open Toolbox, there are several settings and preferences that Chief Integrations recommends making:

  • At the top left, select File>Preferences...

Toolbox Quirks

Toolbox has some unique quirks that can sometimes cause issues.

VPT COM Server

Text Console Alternatives

File Management Alternatives

PUF Tool Alternatives