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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 type of job, additional software or tools may be required.
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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-specific SHOWRUNNER™ configuration .json file
22 -** 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:**
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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)
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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 -** SFTP client (such as FileZilla or WinSCP; **required** for ZUM-HUB4 deployments)
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:**
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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
65 -** We have a short guide for using the Crestron Zūm App available [[here>>SHOWRUNNER™ Setup Guide.Wiring Guide.Zūm Wired System Overview.Crestron Zūm App Overview.WebHome]]
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
66 66  
67 -====== Recommended: ======
62 +**Recommended:**
68 68  
69 -* 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)
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)
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71 71  ==== DMX Startups ====
72 72  
73 73  DMX startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
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75 -====== Required: ======
70 +**Required:**
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77 77  * [[Pharos Designer 2>>https://www.pharoscontrols.com/downloads/software/designer-2/]] (for jobs using Pharos LPC)
78 78  * [[Enttec NMU>>https://www.enttec.com/product/controls/dmx-ethernet-lighting-control/nmu/]] (for jobs using Enttec controllers)
79 79  
80 -====== Recommended: ======
75 +**Recommended:**
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82 82  * DMX Tester (e.g. a [[Swisson XMT-120A>>https://www.swisson.com/en/products/light-control/dmx-tester/]])
83 83  * XLR adapters (3-pin male/female, 5-pin male/female, RJ-45, etc.)
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86 86  
87 87  DALI startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
88 88  
89 -====== Required: ======
84 +Required:
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91 -* Crestron Toolbox DALI Commissioning Tool (usually included with [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] installation)
86 +Recommended: