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3 3  The SHOWRUNNER™ program has many features to simplify and streamline Crestron lighting control startups, reducing the amount of technical knowledge required and time spent on-site. Even so, there are a number of different software programs and tools required for a successful SHOWRUNNER™ startup.
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5 -There is a baseline of software and tools required for all startups, but depending on the job additional software or tools may be required.
5 +There is a baseline of software and tools required for all startups, but depending on the type of job, additional software or tools may be required.
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7 -"Required" items are absolutely necessary, "Recommended" items are not strictly necessary but are good to have, and "Optional" items are things that a technician shouldn't need but which are useful for troubleshooting installation issues.
7 +"Required" items are absolutely necessary for startup, while "Recommended" items are not strictly necessary but are good to have.
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9 9  ==== All Startups ====
10 10  
11 -Required:
11 +====== Required: ======
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13 13  * Windows Laptop (Windows 10 recommended)
14 -* Software
15 -** [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] (be sure to update to the latest version)
14 +** Internet access is required to generate and download the SHOWRUNNER™ license on-site
15 +*** Most cellphones can be used as hot spots for this purpose
16 +*** Dedicated hot spot is** highly recommended**
17 +** Laptop must have an RJ-45 Ethernet port or a suitable adapter
18 +* Software:
19 +** [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] (requires Crestron account; always update to the latest version)
16 16  ** Web Browser ([[Chrome>>https://www.google.com/chrome/]] or [[Firefox>>https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/new/]])
17 17  ** Text Editor ([[Notepad++>>https://notepad-plus-plus.org/downloads/]] or [[VS Code>>https://code.visualstudio.com/]] recommended)
18 -* Downloads
19 -**
20 -* Cables
21 -** Cat5/Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet cable with any necessary adapters to connect to your laptop
22 -*** Multiple cables and multiple lengths recommended
23 -** USB-A to USB-B cable
24 -*** 15' + cable recommended for jobs with GLPACs
25 -** USB-A to Mini-B cable
22 +* Downloads:
23 +** Latest [[SHOWRUNNER™ .puf file>>https://files.chiefintegrations.com/index.php/s/WHNzXrrZbB5jC3E]]
24 +** Job-specific SHOWRUNNER™ configuration .json file
25 +** Latest Crestron firmware for installed devices
26 +** Latest [[SHOWRUNNER™ UI .puf file>>https://files.chiefintegrations.com/index.php/s/WHNzXrrZbB5jC3E]] (only required for jobs with touchscreens other than TSW-770)
27 +** SHOWRUNNER™ GLPAC expansion program (only required for jobs with GLPAC controllers)
28 +* Cables:
29 +** Cat5/Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet cable (multiple cables and multiple lengths are recommended)
30 +** USB-A to USB-B cable (15' minimum cable length recommended for jobs with GLPACs)
31 +** USB-A to Mini-B cable
26 26  ** USB-A to Micro-B cable
27 -* Remotes
28 -** GLS-REMOTE-ODT/OIR (for jobs with Crestron occupancy sensors)
29 -** [[GLPPA-REMOTE-PROG>>https://www.crestronlighting.com/product/products-control-surfaces-remotes-lighting-system-companion-remotes-glppa-remote?sku=GLPPA-REMOTE-USER&user=67fefcbf860500c91fb9509b97bdfc5a]] (for jobs with GLPPs)
30 -** RC3 Service Remote or [[Smart Remote>>https://www.steinel.de/en/sensors-professional/products/products/sensors/accessories/remote-control-smart-remote-009151.html]] (for jobs with Steinel occupancy sensors)
31 31  
32 -Recommended:
34 +====== Recommended: ======
33 33  
34 -* Dedicated hotspot for Internet access on-site
35 35  * Chief Integrations Remote Help Tool (download from [[http:~~/~~/help.chiefintegrations.com/>>http://help.chiefintegrations.com/]]; requires internet access on-site to use)
36 -* Secondary device (e.g. iPad or second laptop with internet access)
37 +* A secondary device with internet access (e.g. iPad, second laptop, or cell phone) with remote access software (such as Splashtop)
38 +** This allows you to "untether" yourself from the lighting network; the laptop stays connected to the lighting network and is able to be remotely accessed via the secondary device
39 +* Remotes:
40 +** [[GLS-REMOTE-ODT/OIR>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Surfaces/Remotes/Lighting-System-Companion-Remotes/GLS-REMOTE-ODT-OIR]] (**required **for jobs with Crestron occupancy sensors)
41 +** [[GLPPA-REMOTE-PROG>>https://www.crestronlighting.com/product/products-control-surfaces-remotes-lighting-system-companion-remotes-glppa-remote?sku=GLPPA-REMOTE-USER&user=67fefcbf860500c91fb9509b97bdfc5a]] (**required **for jobs with GLPPs)
42 +** RC3 Service Remote or [[Smart Remote>>https://www.steinel.de/en/sensors-professional/products/products/sensors/accessories/remote-control-smart-remote-009151.html]] (**required **for jobs with Steinel occupancy sensors)
43 +* Hand Tools:
44 +** Standard Screwdriver (#1 and #2 Phillips, 1/4" and 3/16" Slotted)
45 +** Precision Screwdriver (2.5mm or 3/32" Slotted; for use with Phoenix Connectors)
46 +** Wire Stripper (standard Cresnet cable has both 18 AWG and 22 AWG stranded wires)
47 +** Bright flashlight or laser pointer (for testing photocells)
48 +* Measurement devices:
49 +** Low-voltage Multimeter (continuity testing and low voltage DC measurements are frequently required for troubleshooting)
50 +** Ethernet Network Cable Tester (these are expensive, but useful for verifying Ethernet run lengths and terminations)
51 +* Software:
52 +** FTP client (such as FileZilla or WinSCP)
53 +** SSH client (such as PuTTY)
54 +** File archiver (such as 7-Zip or WinRAR)
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38 -Optional:
39 -
40 -* Standard Screwdriver (#1 and #2 Phillips, 1/4" and 3/16" Slotted)
41 -* Precision Screwdriver (2.5mm or 3/32" Slotted; for use with Phoenix Connectors)
42 -* Wire Stripper (standard Cresnet cable has both 18 AWG and 22 AWG stranded wires)
43 -* Low-voltage Multimeter (continuity testing and low voltage DC measurements are frequently required for troubleshooting)
44 -* Ethernet Network Cable Tester (these are expensive, but useful for verifying Ethernet run lengths and terminations)
45 -
46 46  ==== Zūm Wired Startups ====
47 47  
48 48  Zūm Wired startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
49 49  
50 -Required:
60 +====== Required: ======
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52 52  * Android 5.0 or newer mobile device with the [[Crestron Zūm app>>https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.crestron.zum]] installed
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54 -Recommended:
64 +====== Recommended: ======
55 55  
56 -* Router or DHCP server software (**required **if the [[built-in SHOWRUNNER™ DHCP Server>>doc:SHOWRUNNER™ User Guide & Wiki.Troubleshooting.DHCP Server.WebHome]] is not going to be used)
66 +* Router or third-party DHCP server software (**required **if the [[built-in SHOWRUNNER™ DHCP Server>>doc:SHOWRUNNER™ User Guide & Wiki.Troubleshooting.DHCP Server.WebHome]] is not going to be used)
57 57  
58 58  ==== DMX Startups ====
59 59  
60 60  DMX startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
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62 -Required:
72 +====== Required: ======
63 63  
64 -* Everything listed under "All Startups", plus:
65 65  * [[Pharos Designer 2>>https://www.pharoscontrols.com/downloads/software/designer-2/]] (for jobs using Pharos LPC)
66 66  * [[Enttec NMU>>https://www.enttec.com/product/controls/dmx-ethernet-lighting-control/nmu/]] (for jobs using Enttec controllers)
67 67  
68 -Recommended:
77 +====== Recommended: ======
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70 -* Everything listed under "All Startups", plus:
71 -* DMX Tester (such as a [[Swisson XMT-120A>>https://www.swisson.com/en/products/light-control/dmx-tester/]])
79 +* DMX Tester (e.g. a [[Swisson XMT-120A>>https://www.swisson.com/en/products/light-control/dmx-tester/]])
72 72  * XLR adapters (3-pin male/female, 5-pin male/female, RJ-45, etc.)
73 73  
74 74  ==== DALI Startups ====
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76 76  DALI startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
77 77  
78 -Required:
86 +====== Required: ======
79 79  
80 -Recommended:
88 +* Crestron Toolbox DALI Commissioning Tool (usually included with [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] installation)