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... ... @@ -2,36 +2,42 @@ 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 of job, additional software or tools may be required. 6 + 5 5 "Required" items are absolutely necessary for startup, while "Recommended" items are not strictly necessary but are good to have. 6 6 7 7 ==== All Startups ==== 8 8 9 - ======Required:======11 +**Required:** 10 10 11 11 * Windows Laptop (Windows 10 recommended) 12 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, but a **dedicated hot spot **is** highly recommended** 15 +*** Most cellphones can be used as hot spots for this purpose 16 +*** Dedicated hot spot is** highly recommended** 14 14 ** Laptop must have an RJ-45 Ethernet port or a suitable adapter 15 -* Software: 16 -** [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] (requires Crestron account; always update to the latest version) 17 -** Web Browser ([[Chrome>>https://www.google.com/chrome/]] or [[Firefox>>https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/new/]]) 18 -** Text Editor ([[Notepad++>>https://notepad-plus-plus.org/downloads/]] or [[VS Code>>https://code.visualstudio.com/]] recommended) 19 -* Downloads: 20 -** Latest [[SHOWRUNNER™ .puf file>>https://files.chiefintegrations.com/index.php/s/WHNzXrrZbB5jC3E]] 21 -** Job-specificSHOWRUNNER™ configuration .json file22 -** Latest Crestron firmware for installed devices 23 -** Latest [[SHOWRUNNER™ UI .puf file>>https://files.chiefintegrations.com/index.php/s/WHNzXrrZbB5jC3E]] (only required for jobs with touchscreens other than TSW-770) 24 -** SHOWRUNNER™ GLPAC expansion program (only required for jobs with GLPAC controllers) 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) 25 25 * Cables: 26 -** Cat5/Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet cable (multiple cables and multiple lengths are recommended) 27 -** USB-A to USB-B cable (required for most devices; 15' minimum cable length recommended for jobs with GLPACs) 28 -** USB-A to Mini-B cable (required for RMC3 processors only) 29 -** USB-A to Micro-B cable (required for CEN-GWEXER, RMC4 processors, and some other devices) 29 +** Cat5/Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet cable 30 +*** Multiple cables and multiple lengths recommended 31 +** USB-A to USB-B cable 32 +*** 15' + cable recommended for jobs with GLPACs 33 +** USB-A to Mini-B cable 34 +** USB-A to Micro-B cable 30 30 31 - ======Recommended:======36 +**Recommended:** 32 32 33 -* Secondary device with internet access (e.g. tablet, second laptop, or cell phone) and remote access software (such as Splashtop or TeamViewer) 34 -** This allows you to "untether" yourself from the lighting network; your laptop stays connected to the lighting network, but is controlled via the remote access software on your second device 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 35 35 * Remotes: 36 36 ** [[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) 37 37 ** [[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) ... ... @@ -41,42 +41,32 @@ 41 41 ** Precision Screwdriver (2.5mm or 3/32" Slotted; for use with Phoenix Connectors) 42 42 ** Wire Stripper (standard Cresnet cable has both 18 AWG and 22 AWG stranded wires) 43 43 ** Bright flashlight or laser pointer (for testing photocells) 44 -** RJ-45 crimper + terminations (the EC should make these terminations, but oftentimes their tools are in poor condition and unsuitable for making good terminations) 45 45 * Measurement devices: 46 46 ** Low-voltage Multimeter (continuity testing and low voltage DC measurements are frequently required for troubleshooting) 47 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) 53 -** IP scanning utility (such as Advanced IP Scanner) 54 -** DHCP server software (or the [[built-in SHOWRUNNER™ DHCP Server>>doc:SHOWRUNNER™ User Guide & Wiki.Troubleshooting.DHCP Server.WebHome]]) 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:======58 +**Required:** 61 61 62 -* Bluetooth-capable Android device with the [[Crestron Zūm app>>https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.crestron.zum]] installed 63 -** The [[iOS Crestron Zūm app>>https://apps.apple.com/us/app/crestron-z%C5%ABm/id1212507034]] does not currently support Zūm Wired as of June 2022 64 -** Officially Android 5.0 is the minimum requirement, but Chief Integrations recommends Android 10.0 or higher 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 65 65 66 - ======Recommended:======62 +**Recommended:** 67 67 68 -* 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)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) 69 69 70 70 ==== DMX Startups ==== 71 71 72 72 DMX startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following: 73 73 74 - ======Required:======70 +**Required:** 75 75 76 76 * [[Pharos Designer 2>>https://www.pharoscontrols.com/downloads/software/designer-2/]] (for jobs using Pharos LPC) 77 77 * [[Enttec NMU>>https://www.enttec.com/product/controls/dmx-ethernet-lighting-control/nmu/]] (for jobs using Enttec controllers) 78 78 79 - ======Recommended:======75 +**Recommended:** 80 80 81 81 * DMX Tester (e.g. a [[Swisson XMT-120A>>https://www.swisson.com/en/products/light-control/dmx-tester/]]) 82 82 * XLR adapters (3-pin male/female, 5-pin male/female, RJ-45, etc.) ... ... @@ -85,6 +85,6 @@ 85 85 86 86 DALI startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following: 87 87 88 - ======Required:======84 +Required: 89 89 90 - * Crestron Toolbox DALI Commissioning Tool (usually includedwith [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] installation)86 +Recommended: