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| 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) | ||
| 14 | * Software | ||
| 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) | ||
| 18 | * Downloads | ||
| 19 | ** | ||
| 20 | * Cables | ||
| 21 | ** Cat5/Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet cable with any necessary adapters to connect to your laptop | ||
| 22 | *** Multiple cables and multiple lengths recommended | ||
| 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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| 34 | * Dedicated hotspot for Internet access on-site | ||
| 35 | * Chief Integrations Remote Help Tool (download from [[http:~~/~~/help.chiefintegrations.com/>>http://help.chiefintegrations.com/]]; requires internet access on-site to use) | ||
| 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) | ||
| 44 | * Ethernet Network Cable Tester (these are expensive, but useful for verifying Ethernet run lengths and terminations) | ||
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| 46 | ==== Zūm Wired Startups ==== | ||
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| 48 | Zūm Wired startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following: | ||
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| 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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| 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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| 60 | DMX startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following: | ||
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| 62 | Required: | ||
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| 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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| 68 | Recommended: | ||
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| 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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| 74 | ==== DALI Startups ==== | ||
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| 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: |