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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 -"Required" items are absolutely necessary for startup, while "Recommended" items are not strictly necessary but are good to have.
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.
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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.
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7 7  ==== All Startups ====
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9 -====== Required: ======
11 +Required:
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11 11  * Windows Laptop (Windows 10 recommended)
12 -** Internet access is required to generate and download the SHOWRUNNER™ license on-site
13 -*** Most cellphones can be used as hot spots for this purpose
14 -*** Dedicated hot spot is** highly recommended**
15 -** Laptop must have an RJ-45 Ethernet port or a suitable adapter
16 -* Software:
17 -** [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] (requires Crestron account; always update to the latest version)
14 +** [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] (be sure to update to the latest version)
18 18  ** Web Browser ([[Chrome>>https://www.google.com/chrome/]] or [[Firefox>>https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/new/]])
19 19  ** Text Editor ([[Notepad++>>https://notepad-plus-plus.org/downloads/]] or [[VS Code>>https://code.visualstudio.com/]] recommended)
20 -* Downloads:
21 -** Latest [[SHOWRUNNER™ .puf file>>https://files.chiefintegrations.com/index.php/s/WHNzXrrZbB5jC3E]]
22 -** Job-specific SHOWRUNNER™ configuration .json file
23 -** Latest Crestron firmware for installed devices
24 -** Latest [[SHOWRUNNER™ UI .puf file>>https://files.chiefintegrations.com/index.php/s/WHNzXrrZbB5jC3E]] (only required for jobs with touchscreens other than TSW-770)
25 -** SHOWRUNNER™ GLPAC expansion program (only required for jobs with GLPAC controllers)
26 -* Cables:
27 -** Cat5/Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet cable (multiple cables and multiple lengths are recommended)
28 -** USB-A to USB-B cable (required for most devices; 15' minimum cable length recommended for jobs with GLPACs)
29 -** USB-A to Mini-B cable (required for RMC3 processors only)
30 -** USB-A to Micro-B cable (required for CEN-GWEXER, RMC4 processors, and some other devices)
17 +* Cables
18 +** Cat5/Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet cable with any necessary adapters to connect to your laptop
19 +*** Multiple cables and multiple lengths recommended
20 +** USB-A to USB-B cable
21 +*** 15' + cable recommended for jobs with GLPACs
22 +** USB-A to Mini-B cable
23 +** USB-A to Micro-B cable
24 +* Remotes
25 +** GLS-REMOTE-ODT/OIR (for jobs with Crestron occupancy sensors)
26 +** [[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)
27 +** 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: ======
29 +Recommended:
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34 -* A secondary device with internet access (e.g. iPad, second laptop, or cell phone) with remote access software (such as Splashtop)
35 -** 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
36 -* Remotes:
37 -** [[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)
38 -** [[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)
39 -** 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)
40 -* Hand Tools:
41 -** Standard Screwdriver (#1 and #2 Phillips, 1/4" and 3/16" Slotted)
42 -** Precision Screwdriver (2.5mm or 3/32" Slotted; for use with Phoenix Connectors)
43 -** Wire Stripper (standard Cresnet cable has both 18 AWG and 22 AWG stranded wires)
44 -** Bright flashlight or laser pointer (for testing photocells)
45 -* Measurement devices:
46 -** Low-voltage Multimeter (continuity testing and low voltage DC measurements are frequently required for troubleshooting)
47 -** Ethernet Network Cable Tester (these are expensive, but useful for verifying Ethernet run lengths and terminations)
48 -* Software:
49 -** Chief Integrations Remote Help Tool (download from [[http:~~/~~/help.chiefintegrations.com/>>http://help.chiefintegrations.com/]]; requires internet access on-site to use)
50 -** FTP client (such as FileZilla or WinSCP)
51 -** SSH client (such as PuTTY)
52 -** File archiver (such as 7-Zip or WinRAR)
31 +* Dedicated hotspot for Internet access on-site
32 +* Chief Integrations Remote Help Tool (download from [[http:~~/~~/help.chiefintegrations.com/>>http://help.chiefintegrations.com/]]; requires internet access on-site to use)
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54 -==== Zūm Wired Startups ====
34 +Optional:
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56 -Zūm Wired startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
36 +* Standard Screwdriver (#1 and #2 Phillips, 1/4" and 3/16" Slotted)
37 +* Precision Screwdriver (2.5mm or 3/32" Slotted; for use with Phoenix Connectors)
38 +* Wire Stripper (standard Cresnet cable has both 18 AWG and 22 AWG stranded wires)
39 +* Low-voltage Multimeter (continuity testing and low voltage DC measurements are frequently required for troubleshooting)
40 +* Ethernet Network Cable Tester (these are expensive, but useful for verifying Ethernet run lengths and terminations)
57 57  
58 -====== Required: ======
42 +==== Zūm Wired Startups ====
59 59  
44 +Required:
45 +
46 +* Everything listed under "All Startups", plus:
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: ======
49 +Recommended:
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64 -* 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)
51 +* Everything listed under "All Startups", plus:
52 +* 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  
66 66  ==== DMX Startups ====
67 67  
68 -DMX startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
56 +Required:
69 69  
70 -====== Required: ======
71 -
58 +* 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: ======
62 +Recommended:
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77 -* DMX Tester (e.g. a [[Swisson XMT-120A>>https://www.swisson.com/en/products/light-control/dmx-tester/]])
64 +* Everything listed under "All Startups", plus:
65 +* 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 ====
81 81  
82 -DALI startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
83 83  
84 -====== Required: ======
71 +Required:
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86 -* Crestron Toolbox DALI Commissioning Tool (usually included with [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] installation)
73 +Recommended: