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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 | "Required" items are absolutely necessary for startup, while "Recommended" items are not strictly necessary but are good to have. | ||
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| 7 | ==== All Startups ==== | ||
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| 9 | ====== Required: ====== | ||
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| 11 | * Windows Laptop (Windows 10 recommended) | ||
| 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** | ||
| 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) | ||
| 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) | ||
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| 31 | ====== 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 | ||
| 35 | * Remotes: | ||
| 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 | ** [[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) | ||
| 38 | ** 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) | ||
| 39 | * Hand Tools: | ||
| 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 | ** Bright flashlight or laser pointer (for testing photocells) | ||
| 44 | * Measurement devices: | ||
| 45 | ** Low-voltage Multimeter (continuity testing and low voltage DC measurements are frequently required for troubleshooting) | ||
| 46 | ** Ethernet Network Cable Tester (these are expensive, but useful for verifying Ethernet run lengths and terminations) | ||
| 47 | * Software: | ||
| 48 | ** Chief Integrations Remote Help Tool (download from [[http:~~/~~/help.chiefintegrations.com/>>http://help.chiefintegrations.com/]]; requires internet access on-site to use) | ||
| 49 | ** FTP client (such as FileZilla or WinSCP) | ||
| 50 | ** SSH client (such as PuTTY) | ||
| 51 | ** File archiver (such as 7-Zip or WinRAR) | ||
| 52 | ** IP scanning utility (such as Advanced IP Scanner) | ||
| 53 | ** DHCP server software (or the [[built-in SHOWRUNNER™ DHCP Server>>doc:SHOWRUNNER™ User Guide & Wiki.Troubleshooting.DHCP Server.WebHome]]) | ||
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| 55 | ==== Zūm Wired Startups ==== | ||
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| 57 | Zūm Wired startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following: | ||
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| 59 | ====== Required: ====== | ||
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| 61 | * Bluetooth-capable Android device with the [[Crestron Zūm app>>https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.crestron.zum]] installed | ||
| 62 | ** 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 | ||
| 63 | ** Officially Android 5.0 is the minimum requirement, but Chief Integrations recommends Android 10.0 or higher | ||
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| 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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| 69 | ==== DMX Startups ==== | ||
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| 71 | DMX startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following: | ||
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| 73 | ====== Required: ====== | ||
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| 75 | * [[Pharos Designer 2>>https://www.pharoscontrols.com/downloads/software/designer-2/]] (for jobs using Pharos LPC) | ||
| 76 | * [[Enttec NMU>>https://www.enttec.com/product/controls/dmx-ethernet-lighting-control/nmu/]] (for jobs using Enttec controllers) | ||
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| 78 | ====== Recommended: ====== | ||
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| 80 | * DMX Tester (e.g. a [[Swisson XMT-120A>>https://www.swisson.com/en/products/light-control/dmx-tester/]]) | ||
| 81 | * XLR adapters (3-pin male/female, 5-pin male/female, RJ-45, etc.) | ||
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| 83 | ==== DALI Startups ==== | ||
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| 85 | DALI startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following: | ||
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| 87 | ====== Required: ====== | ||
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| 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) |