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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 job additional software or tools may be required.
5 +"Required" items are absolutely necessary for startup, while "Recommended" items are not strictly necessary but are good to have.
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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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9 9  ==== All Startups ====
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11 -Required:
9 +====== Required: ======
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13 13  * Windows Laptop (Windows 10 recommended)
14 -** [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] (be sure to update to the latest version)
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)
15 15  ** Web Browser ([[Chrome>>https://www.google.com/chrome/]] or [[Firefox>>https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/new/]])
16 16  ** Text Editor ([[Notepad++>>https://notepad-plus-plus.org/downloads/]] or [[VS Code>>https://code.visualstudio.com/]] recommended)
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)
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)
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29 -Recommended:
32 +====== Recommended: ======
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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)
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)
53 +** IP scanning utility (such as Advanced IP Scanner)
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34 -Optional:
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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)
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42 42  ==== Zūm Wired Startups ====
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44 -Required:
57 +Zūm Wired startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
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46 -* Everything listed under "All Startups", plus:
47 -* Android 5.0 or newer mobile device with the [[Crestron Zūm app>>https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.crestron.zum]] installed
59 +====== Required: ======
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49 -Recommended:
61 +* Bluetooth-capable Android device with the [[Crestron Zūm app>>https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.crestron.zum]] installed
62 +** Officially Android 5.0 is the minimum requirement, but Chief Integrations recommends Android 10.0 or higher
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
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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 +====== Recommended: ======
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67 +* 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)
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54 54  ==== DMX Startups ====
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56 -Required:
71 +DMX startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
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58 -* Everything listed under "All Startups", plus:
73 +====== Required: ======
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59 59  * [[Pharos Designer 2>>https://www.pharoscontrols.com/downloads/software/designer-2/]] (for jobs using Pharos LPC)
60 60  * [[Enttec NMU>>https://www.enttec.com/product/controls/dmx-ethernet-lighting-control/nmu/]] (for jobs using Enttec controllers)
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62 -Recommended:
78 +====== Recommended: ======
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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/]])
80 +* DMX Tester (e.g. a [[Swisson XMT-120A>>https://www.swisson.com/en/products/light-control/dmx-tester/]])
66 66  * XLR adapters (3-pin male/female, 5-pin male/female, RJ-45, etc.)
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68 68  ==== DALI Startups ====
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85 +DALI startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
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71 -Required:
87 +====== Required: ======
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73 -Recommended:
89 +* Crestron Toolbox DALI Commissioning Tool (usually included with [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] installation)