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5 = SHOWRUNNER™ Startups =
6
7 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.
8
9 "Required" items are absolutely necessary for startup, while "Recommended" items are not strictly necessary but are good to have.
10
11 == All Startups ==
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13 (% class="wikigeneratedid" id="HRequired:" %)
14 **Required:**
15
16 * Windows Laptop (Windows 10 recommended)
17 ** Internet access is required to generate and download the SHOWRUNNER™ license on-site
18 *** Most cellphones can be used as hot spots for this purpose, but a **dedicated hot spot **is** highly recommended**
19 ** Laptop must have an RJ-45 Ethernet port or a suitable adapter
20 * Software:
21 ** [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] (requires Crestron account; always update to the latest version)
22 ** Web Browser ([[Chrome>>https://www.google.com/chrome/]] or [[Firefox>>https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/new/]])
23 ** Text Editor ([[Notepad++>>https://notepad-plus-plus.org/downloads/]] or [[VS Code>>https://code.visualstudio.com/]] recommended)
24 * Downloads:
25 ** Latest [[SHOWRUNNER™ .puf file>>https://files.chiefintegrations.com/index.php/s/WHNzXrrZbB5jC3E]]
26 ** Job-specific SHOWRUNNER™ configuration .json file
27 ** Latest Crestron firmware for installed devices
28 ** Latest [[SHOWRUNNER™ UI .puf file>>https://files.chiefintegrations.com/index.php/s/WHNzXrrZbB5jC3E]] (only required for jobs with touchscreens other than TSW-770)
29 ** SHOWRUNNER™ GLPAC expansion program (only required for jobs with GLPAC controllers)
30 * Cables:
31 ** Cat5/Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet cable (multiple cables and multiple lengths are recommended)
32 ** USB-A to USB-B cable (required for most devices; 15' minimum cable length recommended for jobs with GLPACs)
33 ** USB-A to Mini-B cable (required for RMC3 processors only)
34 ** USB-A to Micro-B cable (required for CEN-GWEXER, RMC4 processors, and some other devices)
35
36 (% class="wikigeneratedid" id="HRecommended:" %)
37 **Recommended:**
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]])
61
62 == Zūm Wired Startups ==
63
64 Zūm Wired startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
65
66 (% class="wikigeneratedid" id="HRequired:-1" %)
67 **Required:**
68
69 * Bluetooth-capable Android device with the [[Crestron Zūm app>>https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.crestron.zum]] installed
70 ** 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
71 ** Officially Android 5.0 is the minimum requirement, but Chief Integrations recommends Android 10.0 or higher
72 ** 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]]
73
74 (% class="wikigeneratedid" id="HRecommended:-1" %)
75 **Recommended:**
76
77 * 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)
78
79 == DMX Startups ==
80
81 DMX startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
82
83 (% class="wikigeneratedid" id="HRequired:-2" %)
84 **Required:**
85
86 * [[Pharos Designer 2>>https://www.pharoscontrols.com/downloads/software/designer-2/]] (for jobs using Pharos LPC)
87 * [[Enttec NMU>>https://www.enttec.com/product/controls/dmx-ethernet-lighting-control/nmu/]] (for jobs using Enttec controllers)
88
89 (% class="wikigeneratedid" id="HRecommended:-2" %)
90 **Recommended:**
91
92 * DMX Tester (e.g. a [[Swisson XMT-120A>>https://www.swisson.com/en/products/light-control/dmx-tester/]])
93 * XLR adapters (3-pin male/female, 5-pin male/female, RJ-45, etc.)
94
95 == DALI Startups ==
96
97 DALI startups require all the items listed under "All Startups" plus the following:
98
99 (% class="wikigeneratedid" id="HRequired:-3" %)
100 **Required:**
101
102 * Crestron Toolbox DALI Commissioning Tool (usually included with [[Crestron Toolbox>>https://www.crestron.com/Products/Control-Hardware-Software/Software/Development-Software/SW-TB]] installation)