Wiki source code of Required Tools and Software

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5.2	1	=== SHOWRUNNER™ Startups ===
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	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.
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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	==== All Startups ====
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	11	Required:
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	13	* Windows Laptop (Windows 10 recommended)
10.2	14	* Software
5.2	15	** [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] (be sure to update to the latest version)
	16	** Web Browser ([[Chrome>>https://www.google.com/chrome/]] or [[Firefox>>https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/new/]])
	17	** Text Editor ([[Notepad++>>https://notepad-plus-plus.org/downloads/]] or [[VS Code>>https://code.visualstudio.com/]] recommended)
10.2	18	* Downloads
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7.3	20	* Cables
	21	** Cat5/Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet cable with any necessary adapters to connect to your laptop
	22	*** Multiple cables and multiple lengths recommended
8.2	23	** USB-A to USB-B cable
	24	*** 15' + cable recommended for jobs with GLPACs
	25	** USB-A to Mini-B cable
	26	** USB-A to Micro-B cable
	27	* Remotes
	28	** GLS-REMOTE-ODT/OIR (for jobs with Crestron occupancy sensors)
	29	** [[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)
	30	** 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)
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	32	Recommended:
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7.3	34	* Dedicated hotspot for Internet access on-site
8.2	35	* Chief Integrations Remote Help Tool (download from [[http:~~/~~/help.chiefintegrations.com/>>http://help.chiefintegrations.com/]]; requires internet access on-site to use)
10.2	36	* Secondary device (e.g. iPad or second laptop with internet access)
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	38	Optional:
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	40	* Standard Screwdriver (#1 and #2 Phillips, 1/4" and 3/16" Slotted)
	41	* Precision Screwdriver (2.5mm or 3/32" Slotted; for use with Phoenix Connectors)
	42	* Wire Stripper (standard Cresnet cable has both 18 AWG and 22 AWG stranded wires)
	43	* Low-voltage Multimeter (continuity testing and low voltage DC measurements are frequently required for troubleshooting)
5.3	44	* Ethernet Network Cable Tester (these are expensive, but useful for verifying Ethernet run lengths and terminations)
5.2	45
	46	==== Zūm Wired Startups ====
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10.2	48	Zūm Wired startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
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5.2	50	Required:
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	52	* Android 5.0 or newer mobile device with the [[Crestron Zūm app>>https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.crestron.zum]] installed
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	54	Recommended:
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8.2	56	* 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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	58	==== DMX Startups ====
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10.2	60	DMX startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
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5.3	62	Required:
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8.2	64	* Everything listed under "All Startups", plus:
	65	* [[Pharos Designer 2>>https://www.pharoscontrols.com/downloads/software/designer-2/]] (for jobs using Pharos LPC)
	66	* [[Enttec NMU>>https://www.enttec.com/product/controls/dmx-ethernet-lighting-control/nmu/]] (for jobs using Enttec controllers)
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5.3	68	Recommended:
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8.2	70	* Everything listed under "All Startups", plus:
	71	* DMX Tester (such as a [[Swisson XMT-120A>>https://www.swisson.com/en/products/light-control/dmx-tester/]])
	72	* XLR adapters (3-pin male/female, 5-pin male/female, RJ-45, etc.)
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5.2	74	==== DALI Startups ====
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10.2	76	DALI startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
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	78	Required:
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	80	Recommended: