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Welcome to the setup guide for Dea7hSmiles Launchbox\Bigbox Automated Lightgun Build. This guide will help walk you through the setup process and answer some common questions you may have
Welcome to the setup guide for Dea7hSmiles All Guns V2 Lightgun Build. This guide will help walk you through the setup process and answer some common questions you may have


It is recommended to use a drive of at least 2TB to allow for future updates. This can be an internal or external drive. Using a SSD will give better performance but is not required
It is recommended to use a drive of at least 2TB to allow for future updates. This can be an internal or external drive. Using a SSD will give better performance but is not required
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=== Step 1 - Setup your drive ===
=== Step 1 - Setup your drive ===
Connect the drive to your computer you will install the software to. The drive can have use any letter (A:/, F:/, Z:/ for example) as this build uses relative paths
Connect a drive to your computer. It is recommended to use a empty drive but not required. The drive can have any drive letter (A:/, F:/, Z:/ for example) as this build mostly uses relative paths


Once connected, exclude this drive from your antivirus software.  
Once connected, you need to exclude this drive from your antivirus software. Some files included in the build can cause false positives, which means they are deleted


# If using Windows built in antivirus, you can exclude the drive by clicking the Search Bar and typing Virus & threat protection
# If using Windows built in antivirus, you can exclude the drive by clicking the Search Bar and typing Virus & threat protection
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=== Step 2 - Download the base package ===
=== Step 2 - Download the base package ===
Download the full base package from [https://www.arcadepunks.com/dea7hsmiles-all-guns-fully-loaded-730gb-light-gun-build/ Arcade Punks] or the [https://dea7hsmiles.com/Dea7hsmiles-Launchbox-Build/ Dea7hSmiles] website.
Download the full All Guns V2 base package from [https://www.dea7hsmiles.com/ Dea7hSmiles] or [https://www.arcadepunks.com/dea7hsmiles-all-guns-v2-lightgun-build/ Arcade Punks]


Once downloaded, extract (using [https://www.7-zip.org/download.html 7Zip]) the software to the root of your drive. Do not add additional folders (such as "Light Gun Build")  
Once downloaded, extract (using 7Zip) the software to the root of your drive. Do not add additional folders (such as "Light Gun Build")


# Right click on the ''Dea7hsmiles Launchbox Build.rar'' file
# Right click on the ''Dea7hsmiles Launchbox Build.rar'' file
# In the menu that opens click 7-Zip -> Extract Files... (if using Windows 11, you first will have to click Show More Options at the bottom)
# In the menu that opens click 7-Zip -> Extract Files... (if using Windows 11, you first will have to click Show More Options at the bottom)
# In the Extract to field, select your drive. Do not add additional folders\paths here. The final result should look similar to below:[[File:Directory.png|thumb|541x541px]]
# In the Extract to field, select your drive. Do not add additional folders\paths here. The final result should look similar to below:
# Wait for the extraction to finish. This can take many hours due to the size and speed of your devices
 
=== Step 3 - Download the All in One Update ===
Download the newest ''All in one Update'' from [https://dea7hsmiles.com/725gb-Launchbox/Bigbox-Build-Updates/ Dea7hSmiles] website.
 
Once downloaded, extract (using [https://www.7-zip.org/download.html 7Zip]) the update to the root of your drive, overwriting any files it asks.
 
# Right click the ''Dea7hsmiles-Launchbox-All-In-One-Update(Recommended).zip'' file
# In the menu that opens click 7-Zip -> Extract Files... (if using Windows 11, you first will have to click Show More Options at the bottom)
# In the Extract to field, select your drive. Do not add additional folders\paths here. Also select Overwrite without prompt in the Overwrite Mode. See below
# Wait for the extraction to finish. This can take many hours due to the size and speed of your devices
 
=== Step 4 - Setup ===
Run the setup.exe. This installs software such as DirectX and AutoHotKey that are required to make the build function.
 
# Navigate to the drive where the software has been extracted
# Click the Setup.exe file
# Follow along with the prompts that appear [[File:Setup.gif|800px|alt=Installation animation]]
 
=== Step 5 - Set your COM ports ===
Set the correct COM ports for your Light Guns.
 
# Right click the Windows Start button on your taskbar and select Device Manager
# In the window that opens select ''Ports (COM & LPT)''
# Right click on your light gun and select Properties
# In the window that opens, click Port Settings then Advanced
# In the window that opens, change the COM Port in use to the one identified in the chart below:<syntaxhighlight>
COM Port Assignment List
OpenFire
Gun 1 → COM1
Gun 2 → COM2
 
Blancom
Gun 1 → COM1
Gun 2 → COM2
 
Gun4IR
Gun 1 → COM1
Gun 2 → COM2
 
XGunner
Gun 1 → COM1
Gun 2 → COM2
 
MX24
Gun 1 & 2 → COM5 (Hub)
 
RS3 Reaper
Hub → COM5
Gun 1 → COM6
Gun 2 → COM7
Gun 3 → COM8
Gun 4 → COM9
</syntaxhighlight>
 
If you have trouble finding what your player 1 and player 2 gun is under the Ports (Com & LPT) section, unplug the guns and plug them in one by one. The devices will disappear when unplugged and reappear when plugged back in
 
=== Step 6 - Setup HookoftheReaper or MameHooker ===
HookOfTheReaper/MameHooker are similar pieces of software that allow your Light Guns to respond to the game. This includes features such as rumble when taking damage, slide recoil when pulling the trigger, etc.
 
HookOfTheReaper is a newer implementation of these features and is continuing to get updates and support. While you can use either piece of software, it is recommended to use HookOfTheReaper for future compatibility
 
# Navigate to the drive where the software has been extracted
# Depending on the type of Light Gun, Click either ''1- Set XXXXX For Hook Of The Reaper.exe'' '''or''' ''2- Set XXXXX For Mamehooker.exe'' depending on what software you wish to use
# Wait for a prompt to appear that says "Hook of the Reaper successfully set for XXXXX" or similar for Mamehooker
If you want to switch the build to try the alternative software, you can run either ''Switch Build To Hook Of The Reaper.exe'' or ''Switch build to Mame Hooker.exe''
 
== Using the Software ==
This build uses software called LaunchBox to help with the automation and keep everything in one neatly organized interface. The base version of LaunchBox is free to use.
BigBox is a licensed piece of software from LaunchBox that provides a more sleep interface that can be customized. To use BigBox, you will be required to purchase a license from LaunchBox
 
=== LaunchBox ===
LaunchBox can be run by navigating to the Launchbox folder and selecting LaunchBox.exe
 
=== BigBox ===
BigBox can be run by navigating to the Launchbox folder and selecting BigBoxLightGunControl.exe
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


Wait for the extraction to finish. This can take many hours due to the size and speed of your devices.


If you accidentally add an extra folder, no worries. You can cut and paste the contents to the root of a drive. Do this before running the setup later on though!


=== Step 3 - Download the updated "Build Updater" ===
There is a newer version of the build updater that has been posted to the Discord. Download it here: https://dea7hsmiles.kallisto.usbx.me/nextcloud/s/9E4gQpLN8i97m2J/download/Dea7hsmiles%20Build%20Updater%20V2%202-27-26.zip




<br><br>


== Step 2: Mamehooker/Hook Of The Reaper Setup ==
Run Setup.exe


<br>
Allow the full installation to complete


=== Step 2.a Com Port Setup ===
Restart your PC when prompted


'''Set COM Ports For All Players Based On Gun Type Using The COM Port Assignment List below.'''
Open LaunchBox or Big Box


* Open '''Device Manager''' 
Navigate to Settings → Platform Run → One Click Gun Setup
* Expand Ports '''(COM & LPT)'''
* Right-click each device → '''Properties → Port Settings → Advanced''' 
* Assign COM ports as follows:
* If you have trouble finding what your player 1 and player 2 gun is under the '''(COM & LPT)''' section unplugged the guns and plug them in one by one the correct device should disappear and reappear.<br>


'''COM Port Assignment List'''
The system will automatically:


; '''OpenFire'''
: Gun 1 → COM1 
: Gun 2 → COM2


; '''Blancom'''
: Gun 1 → COM1 
: Gun 2 → COM2


; '''Gun4IR'''
Detect your connected lightguns
: Gun 1 → COM1 
: Gun 2 → COM2


; '''XGunner'''
Assign correct player order
: Gun 1 → COM1 
: Gun 2 → COM2


; '''MX24'''
Install the proper configuration files
: Gun 1 & 2 → COM5 (Hub)


; '''RS3 Reaper'''
Apply required emulator profiles
: Hub → COM5 
: Gun 1 → COM6 
: Gun 2 → COM7 
: Gun 3 → COM8 
: Gun 4 → COM9 
: '''Turn off recoil switch (set slider to the middle)'''

Latest revision as of 13:47, 6 March 2026

Welcome to the setup guide for Dea7hSmiles All Guns V2 Lightgun Build. This guide will help walk you through the setup process and answer some common questions you may have

It is recommended to use a drive of at least 2TB to allow for future updates. This can be an internal or external drive. Using a SSD will give better performance but is not required

Download and Installation

Step 1 - Setup your drive

Connect a drive to your computer. It is recommended to use a empty drive but not required. The drive can have any drive letter (A:/, F:/, Z:/ for example) as this build mostly uses relative paths

Once connected, you need to exclude this drive from your antivirus software. Some files included in the build can cause false positives, which means they are deleted

  1. If using Windows built in antivirus, you can exclude the drive by clicking the Search Bar and typing Virus & threat protection
  2. In the window that opens click Manage Settings under the header Virus & Threat protection settings
  3. Scroll down until you see Exclusions. Click Add or remove exclusions
  4. Click Add an exclusion -> Folder. Select the drive you will use for the build and click Select Folder

If using an alternative anti-virus software, it is recommended to Google the instructions if you are not sure how

Step 2 - Download the base package

Download the full All Guns V2 base package from Dea7hSmiles or Arcade Punks

Once downloaded, extract (using 7Zip) the software to the root of your drive. Do not add additional folders (such as "Light Gun Build")

  1. Right click on the Dea7hsmiles Launchbox Build.rar file
  2. In the menu that opens click 7-Zip -> Extract Files... (if using Windows 11, you first will have to click Show More Options at the bottom)
  3. In the Extract to field, select your drive. Do not add additional folders\paths here. The final result should look similar to below:

Wait for the extraction to finish. This can take many hours due to the size and speed of your devices.

If you accidentally add an extra folder, no worries. You can cut and paste the contents to the root of a drive. Do this before running the setup later on though!

Step 3 - Download the updated "Build Updater"

There is a newer version of the build updater that has been posted to the Discord. Download it here: https://dea7hsmiles.kallisto.usbx.me/nextcloud/s/9E4gQpLN8i97m2J/download/Dea7hsmiles%20Build%20Updater%20V2%202-27-26.zip


Run Setup.exe

Allow the full installation to complete

Restart your PC when prompted

Open LaunchBox or Big Box

Navigate to Settings → Platform Run → One Click Gun Setup

The system will automatically:


Detect your connected lightguns

Assign correct player order

Install the proper configuration files

Apply required emulator profiles

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