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... ... @@ -2,64 +2,56 @@ 2 2 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. 4 4 5 -There is a baseline of software and tools required for all startups, but depending on the type ofjob,additional software or tools may be required.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. 6 6 7 -"Required" items are absolutely necessary for startup,while"Recommended" items are not strictly necessary but are good to have.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. 8 8 9 9 ==== All Startups ==== 10 10 11 - **Required:**11 +Required: 12 12 13 13 * Windows Laptop (Windows 10 recommended) 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) 20 -*** Web Browser ([[Chrome>>https://www.google.com/chrome/]] or [[Firefox>>https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/new/]]) 21 -*** Text Editor ([[Notepad++>>https://notepad-plus-plus.org/downloads/]] or [[VS Code>>https://code.visualstudio.com/]] recommended) 22 -** Downloads: 23 -*** Latest [[SHOWRUNNER™ .puf file>>https://files.chiefintegrations.com/index.php/s/WHNzXrrZbB5jC3E]] 24 -*** 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 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) 16 +** Web Browser ([[Chrome>>https://www.google.com/chrome/]] or [[Firefox>>https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/new/]]) 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 30 30 *** Multiple cables and multiple lengths recommended 31 31 ** USB-A to USB-B cable 32 32 *** 15' + cable recommended for jobs with GLPACs 33 33 ** USB-A to Mini-B cable 34 34 ** 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) 35 35 36 - **Recommended:**32 +Recommended: 37 37 34 +* Dedicated hotspot for Internet access on-site 38 38 * Chief Integrations Remote Help Tool (download from [[http:~~/~~/help.chiefintegrations.com/>>http://help.chiefintegrations.com/]]; requires internet access on-site to use) 39 -* A secondary device with internet access (e.g. iPad, second laptop, or cell phone) with remote access software (such as Splashtop) 40 -** This allows you to "untether" yourself from the lighting network; the laptop stays connected to the lighting network and is able to be remotely connected to via a secondary device 41 -* Remotes: 42 -** [[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) 43 -** [[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) 44 -** 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) 45 -* Hand Tools: 46 -** Standard Screwdriver (#1 and #2 Phillips, 1/4" and 3/16" Slotted) 47 -** Precision Screwdriver (2.5mm or 3/32" Slotted; for use with Phoenix Connectors) 48 -** Wire Stripper (standard Cresnet cable has both 18 AWG and 22 AWG stranded wires) 49 -** Bright flashlight or laser pointer (for testing photocells) 50 -* Measurement devices: 51 -** Low-voltage Multimeter (continuity testing and low voltage DC measurements are frequently required for troubleshooting) 52 -** Ethernet Network Cable Tester (these are expensive, but useful for verifying Ethernet run lengths and terminations) 36 +* Secondary device (e.g. iPad or second laptop with internet access) 53 53 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 + 54 54 ==== Zūm Wired Startups ==== 55 55 56 56 Zūm Wired startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following: 57 57 58 - **Required:**50 +Required: 59 59 60 60 * Android 5.0 or newer mobile device with the [[Crestron Zūm app>>https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.crestron.zum]] installed 61 61 62 - **Recommended:**54 +Recommended: 63 63 64 64 * 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) 65 65 ... ... @@ -67,14 +67,16 @@ 67 67 68 68 DMX startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following: 69 69 70 - **Required:**62 +Required: 71 71 64 +* Everything listed under "All Startups", plus: 72 72 * [[Pharos Designer 2>>https://www.pharoscontrols.com/downloads/software/designer-2/]] (for jobs using Pharos LPC) 73 73 * [[Enttec NMU>>https://www.enttec.com/product/controls/dmx-ethernet-lighting-control/nmu/]] (for jobs using Enttec controllers) 74 74 75 - **Recommended:**68 +Recommended: 76 76 77 -* DMX Tester (e.g. a [[Swisson XMT-120A>>https://www.swisson.com/en/products/light-control/dmx-tester/]]) 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/]]) 78 78 * XLR adapters (3-pin male/female, 5-pin male/female, RJ-45, etc.) 79 79 80 80 ==== DALI Startups ====