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... ... @@ -2,81 +2,76 @@ 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: 14 +* Software 19 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 20 ** Web Browser ([[Chrome>>https://www.google.com/chrome/]] or [[Firefox>>https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/new/]]) 21 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 -** 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 18 +* Downloads 19 +** Latest SHOWRUNNER™ program 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 32 32 ** USB-A to Micro-B cable 33 33 34 - ======Recommended:======28 +Recommended: 35 35 30 +* Dedicated hotspot for Internet access on-site 36 36 * Chief Integrations Remote Help Tool (download from [[http:~~/~~/help.chiefintegrations.com/>>http://help.chiefintegrations.com/]]; requires internet access on-site to use) 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: 32 +* Secondary device (e.g. iPad or second laptop with internet access) 33 +* Remotes 34 +** [[GLS-REMOTE-ODT/OIR>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Surfaces/Remotes/Lighting-System-Companion-Remotes/GLS-REMOTE-ODT-OIR]] (for jobs with Crestron occupancy sensors) 35 +** [[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) 36 +** 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) 37 + 38 +Optional: 39 + 40 +* Hand Tools 44 44 ** Standard Screwdriver (#1 and #2 Phillips, 1/4" and 3/16" Slotted) 45 45 ** Precision Screwdriver (2.5mm or 3/32" Slotted; for use with Phoenix Connectors) 46 46 ** Wire Stripper (standard Cresnet cable has both 18 AWG and 22 AWG stranded wires) 47 47 ** Bright flashlight or laser pointer (for testing photocells) 48 -* Measurement devices :45 +* Measurement devices 49 49 ** Low-voltage Multimeter (continuity testing and low voltage DC measurements are frequently required for troubleshooting) 50 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) 55 55 56 56 ==== Zūm Wired Startups ==== 57 57 58 58 Zūm Wired startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following: 59 59 60 - ======Required:======53 +Required: 61 61 62 62 * Android 5.0 or newer mobile device with the [[Crestron Zūm app>>https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.crestron.zum]] installed 63 63 64 - ======Recommended:======57 +Recommended: 65 65 66 -* Router or third-partyDHCP 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)59 +* 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) 67 67 68 68 ==== DMX Startups ==== 69 69 70 70 DMX startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following: 71 71 72 - ======Required:======65 +Required: 73 73 67 +* Everything listed under "All Startups", plus: 74 74 * [[Pharos Designer 2>>https://www.pharoscontrols.com/downloads/software/designer-2/]] (for jobs using Pharos LPC) 75 75 * [[Enttec NMU>>https://www.enttec.com/product/controls/dmx-ethernet-lighting-control/nmu/]] (for jobs using Enttec controllers) 76 76 77 - ======Recommended:======71 +Recommended: 78 78 79 -* DMX Tester (e.g. a [[Swisson XMT-120A>>https://www.swisson.com/en/products/light-control/dmx-tester/]]) 73 +* Everything listed under "All Startups", plus: 74 +* DMX Tester (such as a [[Swisson XMT-120A>>https://www.swisson.com/en/products/light-control/dmx-tester/]]) 80 80 * XLR adapters (3-pin male/female, 5-pin male/female, RJ-45, etc.) 81 81 82 82 ==== DALI Startups ==== ... ... @@ -83,6 +83,6 @@ 83 83 84 84 DALI startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following: 85 85 86 - ======Required:======81 +Required: 87 87 88 - * Crestron Toolbox DALI Commissioning Tool (usually includedwith [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] installation)83 +Recommended: