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7 7  === SHOWRUNNER™ Startups ===
8 8  
9 9  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.
10 10  
11 -"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.
12 12  
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 +
13 13  ==== All Startups ====
14 14  
15 -====== Required: ======
11 +Required:
16 16  
17 17  * Windows Laptop (Windows 10 recommended)
18 -** Internet access is required to generate and download the SHOWRUNNER™ license on-site
19 -*** Most cellphones can be used as hot spots for this purpose, but a **dedicated hot spot **is** highly recommended**
20 -** Laptop must have an RJ-45 Ethernet port or a suitable adapter
21 -* Software:
22 -** [[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)
23 23  ** Web Browser ([[Chrome>>https://www.google.com/chrome/]] or [[Firefox>>https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/new/]])
24 24  ** Text Editor ([[Notepad++>>https://notepad-plus-plus.org/downloads/]] or [[VS Code>>https://code.visualstudio.com/]] recommended)
25 -* Downloads:
26 -** Latest [[SHOWRUNNER™ .puf file>>https://files.chiefintegrations.com/index.php/s/WHNzXrrZbB5jC3E]]
27 -** Job-specific SHOWRUNNER™ configuration .json file
28 -** Latest Crestron firmware for installed devices
29 -** Latest [[SHOWRUNNER™ UI .puf file>>https://files.chiefintegrations.com/index.php/s/WHNzXrrZbB5jC3E]] (only required for jobs with touchscreens other than TSW-770)
30 -** SHOWRUNNER™ GLPAC expansion program (only required for jobs with GLPAC controllers)
31 -* Cables:
32 -** Cat5/Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet cable (multiple cables and multiple lengths are recommended)
33 -** USB-A to USB-B cable (required for most devices; 15' minimum cable length recommended for jobs with GLPACs)
34 -** USB-A to Mini-B cable (required for RMC3 processors only)
35 -** USB-A to Micro-B cable (required for CEN-GWEXER, RMC4 processors, and some other devices)
36 36  
37 -====== Recommended: ======
18 +Recommended:
38 38  
39 -* Secondary device with internet access (e.g. tablet, second laptop, or cell phone) and remote access software (such as Splashtop or TeamViewer)
40 -** 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
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 -** RJ-45 crimper + terminations (the EC should make these terminations, but oftentimes their tools are in poor condition and unsuitable for making good terminations)
51 -* Measurement devices:
52 -** Low-voltage Multimeter (continuity testing and low voltage DC measurements are frequently required for troubleshooting)
53 -** Ethernet Network Cable Tester (these are expensive, but useful for verifying Ethernet run lengths and terminations)
54 -* Software:
55 -** Chief Integrations Remote Help Tool (download from [[http:~~/~~/help.chiefintegrations.com/>>http://help.chiefintegrations.com/]]; requires internet access on-site to use)
56 -** SFTP client (such as FileZilla or WinSCP; **required** for ZUM-HUB4 deployments)
57 -** SSH client (such as PuTTY)
58 -** File archiver (such as 7-Zip or WinRAR)
59 -** IP scanning utility (such as Advanced IP Scanner)
60 -** DHCP server software (or the [[built-in SHOWRUNNER™ DHCP Server>>doc:SHOWRUNNER™ User Guide & Wiki.Troubleshooting.DHCP Server.WebHome]])
20 +*
61 61  
62 -==== Zūm Wired Startups ====
22 +Optional:
63 63  
64 -Zūm Wired startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
24 +* Standard Screwdriver (#1 and #2 Phillips, 1/4" and 3/16" Slotted)
25 +* Precision Screwdriver (2.5mm or 3/32" Slotted; for use with Phoenix Connectors)
26 +* Wire Stripper (standard Cresnet cable has both 18 AWG and 22 AWG stranded wires)
27 +* Low-voltage Multimeter (continuity testing and low voltage DC measurements are frequently required for troubleshooting)
28 +* Ethernet Network Cable Tester (these are expensive, but useful for verifying Ethernet runs)
65 65  
66 -====== Required: ======
30 +==== Zūm Wired Startups ====
67 67  
68 -* Bluetooth-capable Android device with the [[Crestron Zūm app>>https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.crestron.zum]] installed
69 -** 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
70 -** Officially Android 5.0 is the minimum requirement, but Chief Integrations recommends Android 10.0 or higher
71 -** 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]]
32 +Required:
72 72  
73 -====== Recommended: ======
34 +* Everything listed under "All Startups", plus:
35 +* Android 5.0 or newer mobile device with the [[Crestron Zūm app>>https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.crestron.zum]] installed
74 74  
75 -* 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)
37 +Recommended:
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39 +* Everything listed under "All Startups", plus:
40 +* Router or DHCP server software (if
41 +
77 77  ==== DMX Startups ====
78 78  
79 -DMX startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
80 -
81 -====== Required: ======
82 -
83 -* [[Pharos Designer 2>>https://www.pharoscontrols.com/downloads/software/designer-2/]] (for jobs using Pharos LPC)
84 -* [[Enttec NMU>>https://www.enttec.com/product/controls/dmx-ethernet-lighting-control/nmu/]] (for jobs using Enttec controllers)
85 -
86 -====== Recommended: ======
87 -
88 -* DMX Tester (e.g. a [[Swisson XMT-120A>>https://www.swisson.com/en/products/light-control/dmx-tester/]])
89 -* XLR adapters (3-pin male/female, 5-pin male/female, RJ-45, etc.)
90 -
91 91  ==== DALI Startups ====
92 -
93 -DALI startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
94 -
95 -====== Required: ======
96 -
97 -* Crestron Toolbox DALI Commissioning Tool (usually included with [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] installation)
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