Most makes and models are included here and each specific model with its special intricacies is described as follows. Firmware configuration for the e3d v6 hotend in the following stages we are going to configure the hotend in firmware then go on to do the final hottighten of the hotend. No folder or file named slic3r in \users\username\appdata\roaming after uninstalling and reinstalling, the settings are what i left them to be. Go to the download page and fetch the latest version for your os. I use repetier host software to print there are only m 500, 501, 502 commands to store settings into eeprom and to read settings from eeprom. Now we need to configure the printer setting in the host software. The true stepsmm for corexy single motor steps per xy carriage motion is the nominal pulleymotor stepsmm times sqrt2, with the carriage motion axis diagonal to the linear hardware. Repetierhost installation and configuration geeetech wiki. As long as you are patient and are willing to read what each setting does, the results from slic3r can be rewarding.
Now, you can see all the settings ultimaker provides in cura. After that click at the top right and open global settings. If you have already made a configuration including older versions you can upload the configuration. The next step should be, to configure your printer so you can connect your computer with the host. For debugging real problems, you should activate log session. Some printer need special driver to access the device, so make sure the drivers are also installed. You can manually move the x y z axis to the home when you press the homebutton and the extruder doest move,and than preserve your setup documenting the new home position. Will be nice if anyone can upload working export firmware eeprom settings from repetier host software. Has anyone done this and would you mind sharing your configuration. On mac you can use our repetier server instead that also supports eeprom for marlin for known parameter.
Now when i setup the firmware the first time i chose the first corexy option and i was able to get the xy motors to home but z moves ultra slow, like if i wasnt looking. Repetier settings where homing related values are mentioned but no joy there as well. Repetier problem with x, y movement in corexy printer. Setting up your 3d printer with repetier host my settings. This video was made in response to a number of comments requesting a video of the settings i have used to make repetier host run smoothly with the da vinci 1. When his comes up you can slice the model by hitting the slice with slic3r button or configure the slicing, filament, and machine settings before hand. Repetier host overview repetier host is an easy to use software for 3d printing.
After downloading run the installer and you are done. Corona virus banner illustration microbiology and virology concept by mike fouqueit is really easy to connect repetier host with repetier server. For this example we are going to show you how to install and configure our favorite 3d control software, repetier host. The repetier host is a simple to use host software, which is be compatible with most firmwares around. All of our products comply with international quality standards and are greatly appreciated in a variety of. Eeprom stands for electrically erasable programmable read only memory and can also be written, eeprom. While the wanted values are quite simple, many users get lost in the different options and when they need to be set. Ive just updated the marlin firmware on my sumpod 3d printer since im always keen to have the latest features and bug fixes. Setting up your 3d printer with repetier host my settings abs. Slice the the models and compute a path for the printer head. Clicking on configuration will bring of the settings. To use it, you normally only need the right tab with the quick settings. Rightclick and select configure setting visibility select check all. First you should install and start repetierserver, after that you can connect repetierhost to repetierserver.
If i connect repetier to the printer it looks as if everything is fine except the software shows communications time out as if the baud rate is wrong. If you have enabled eeprom settings check that these settings in repetier are the same as you are bootloading with. The subtle changes for each one will be listed when they matter. In repetier host for windows and linux and in repetier server you can specify for which events like print paused, stopped, finished, fatal errors, messages are sent. In the configuration screen there are three main section, print settings, filament settings, and printer settings. Start repetier server to set up your first printer. I am using a mac and i am able to connect to the printer, they to communicate but when i select eeprom it comes out blank. The software can successful drive the printer and produce a print, but im unable to access the firmware eeprom configuration using repetier. The main functions include manual debugging and model slicing.
Repetier server the solution to control your printer from everywhere. Deleted folders \users\username\appdata\local\repetierhostsolidoodle none named just repetierhost and \program files\repetierhost. Repetier software the home of repetier host windows, linux and mac os x and repetier firmware. When you first open cura, click custom under print settings. Speed tests on getting the finest figures for the tinyboy2 settings. No more troubles with driver installation or fiddling with settings and config files. We are located in shenzhen, china, with convenient traportation access. By default the server stores all data in a global directory, which is normally located at libraryapplication support repetier server. Cant acces to my firmware eeprom configuration repetier. Double check if you turned on eeprom mode in configure.
If i gave you eeprom file import it in repetier eeprom configuration 24. If your host is still connected to the board, you can not update a new firmware. Installation and configuration repetierhost doumentation. I was testing settings and had my slicer set to text0 215 for pla. In this configurator we try to hide all information and settings that are not. We recommend to use repetierhost as the printing software of tinyboy. Nov 06, 20 to configure the slicing settings, click the slicer tab in the upper right region of repetier, then click configure. It contains most of the common usereditable settings that youre likely to need to edit when doing a modification. Lately i downloaded cura because i was reading that is higher and easier to use.
This process also assumes that the eeprom has been enabled in marlin. If you download a fresh version of repetier youll have to configure more settings than the ones mentioned in this guide so that it. I set up new settings, saving them as i went along, then i resliced the model from repetier which should access the saved new settings. Open the desired stl or obj files in repetierhost and arrange the models on a virtual print plate. Send the command m92 e repetier, the configuration. Im thinking this is more of a hardware issue vs software. Hardware settings and print quality repetierrepetier. Tronxy xy2 3d printershenzhen tronxy technology co. The proper value has to do with how the kinematic transform is done.
How to configure repetier settings for best printrbot simple. The settings are quite easy, if you understand the basics of the firmware and the physics needed for a good print. Text0 remained at 215 so i exported my revised i and config bundle files to the repetier sub directory which the internal link to the slicer is accessing when it. You can add and position your stl files on the simulated printbed and slice them all together. Help with repetier firmware probably locked and licensed. Repetier host printer configuration windows connection. The monolith printer works great with variety of 3d printer control software, such as mattercontrol, pronterface, and simplify3d.
For x and y axis 500 mms 2 is slow, mms 2 a moderate value for smooth prints and 3000. This appeared correctly at the top of the generated gcode in repetier, however, i later changed that setting and regenerated new gcode which replaced the previous one. Easy use of repetierhost software aus electronics direct. Easy use of repetier host software examples base on version repetier host 1.
I am running windows 7 into the printer with a usb lead. No matter what values i enter i cant get proper movement. To be honest, i dont mess with the firmware that much, and if it wasnt for the configuration file from my last version, i would struggle to remember what sort of configuration i would need to set in the latest firmware version. That link gets you a windows program that provides details on the various items they make, including firmware updates. Before you can start 3d printing, you will need a 3d design of something that you want to 3d print and you will need to prep it for your vertex delta. When you turn your printer on, you will often come to this tab. The installer already contains slic3r and skeinforge for slicing and python and pypy, which are needed to run skeinforge. Press upload the arrow and wait for the lcdscreen on your printer to show the coordinates switch between question marks and the axis letters x, y, z.
From the command window of repetier host or simplify3d etc enter the following. Print settings, filament settings, and printer settings. Software calibration how to print troubleshooting modifications. One of the motors was running just fine before i reseated the boards. This can be done either on or off your printer, however where practical we recommend doing it off your printer, then mounting. Repetier host is one of the most widely used printing software for 3d printing. There are several ways to connect repetierhost with your printer. Connecting repetierhost with repetierserver repetier. Hi i have marlin firmware and have read the m commands on the wiki on this page. To define the parameters behind your configuration, click the configuration button. Mac host only supports eeprom for repetier firmware which is generic format.
Once youve clicked configure, a window will pop up with 3 tabs at the top. Dozens of settings each having finite and in some cases infinite individual variable values combined with a host of material choices mean that a sweet spot for slicing values needs to be found. Once you have done it a few times, it will become second. After some time the latest updates of marlinac will start to get overwhelming and in order to have control over your current working configuration you are advised. Print a concise report of all current settings in sram to the host console. Learn how to setup your repetierhost right to get the most out of it. Deleted folders \users\username\appdata\local\repetierhostsolidoodle none named just repetierhost and \program files\ repetier host. Firmware configuration for the e3d v6 hotend matterhackers. For slicing you can use the builtin slic3r slicer or use the wellknown skeinforge. In repetier id check if endstops are not triggered. We recommend to connect repetierhost to repetierserver, what gives you even more advantages.
I cant seem to make changes to eeprom on my tarantula. Repetier host lets you specify your printer is a delta and will change the display to show a cylindrical print volume with the origin point at 0,0,0, other hosts may or may not doe this. On this page, ill try to give an overview over the most important settings and how they may have an effect on print quality. The repetier host needs a folder where it can store temporary files. Curaengine is an external slicer software which is bundled with the host. Use a printer control software to connect to your printer. Repetier is the gcode sender that also supports slic3r usage. On every start, the software deletes the old log file and starts a new one. Enter your username and passwort to allow installation and click install software. If you download a fresh version of repetier youll have to configure more settings than the ones mentioned in this guide so that it will work well with your printer. All configuration options explained with additional informations.
Eeprom is memory on the printers circuit board which stores a series of values for certain settings. Mattercontrol supports interacting with eeprom as allowed by the firmware marlin and repetier only. Repetier host printer configuration windows solidoodle wiki. Jul 09, 2017 in this video i will be showing you guys what cura setting i use most of the time for my prints. From a difficulty to new users standpoint, the overall repetier software can be intimidating at first however each feature is carefully explained if the user hovers over the setting.
I have managed to test the electronics and motors and thermal elements using sprinter firmware and repetier host software to confirm they all work to some degree, motors only judder as if not knowing to go one way or the other. Slicing repetierhost documentation repetier software. In repetier firmware we can set a distance to go away from endstop after triggering. This will give you the desired status reports via fast and free push messages to your smartphone andor tablet. If i use cura i can print item straight from the computer. Mar 22, 2017 hello to all guys, im here because i need help with cura software 2. Click on the printer settings gears in the upper right hand area of repetier.
This is where the repetier informer app enters the scene. Fandom apps take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. Unfortunately, it does not tell you what firmware version is being offered. Aug 22, 2012 update solidoodle officially supports repetier and has a preconfigured download with slic3r profiles available here. I am trying to get the the firmware up for the anet a8. Other firmware should have a comparable file, which will function. How to configure repetier settings for best printrbot. So you must make sure after homing no endstops are triggered. Cam software, or cam package, for computer assisted manufacturing, is software that is used to take a 3d or 3d file, and based on some settings you input, transform it into a list of tool movements gcode file for a machine that uses a tool to remove material from a workpiece. The tronxy x5sa uses a fmini control board from on the cbd3d website they offer a data download link. Here is a long, but thorough video walk through of setting up repetier host. The normal log view only stores the last 2000 lines and filters some responses. Marlin solution is quite complex and changes over time which is why it is not supported there.
Feb 05, 2016 different firmwares handle this different ways. I have been successful in connecting the printer via usb to my pc running repetier host v2. Here, you can adjust settings that are otherwise hidden under the recommended settings. If you are going to use your mostly printed cnc as a 3d printer, once repetier is able to connect to your board you should have a look at the slic3r configuration. Marlin firmware v1, basic configuration setup guide. The configurator is the solution to the typical configuration hell when it comes to creating or updating a new firmware for your 3d printer.
If you have uploaded the firmware to your printer, the driver is already installed. Slice like a pro slic3r settings and tips and tricks duration. Here you select your predefined configurations to use plus some important settings. How to configure repetier settings for best printrbot simple print. How to set a new homing position using software andor slicer without changing hardware endstop. Many people are confused by the many possible hardware settings.
Continue reading connecting repetier host with repetier. How to configure repetier settings for best printrbot simple print repetier host 0. This is done by a slicing software, which converts the model into gcode, the language your printer speaks. The differences for these printers is largely build volume and construction. Bltouch auto bed levelling sensor setup 5 thr3 20 march 2016 calibration these instructions are written to explain how to calibrate using a computer connected through the usb port to your printer. This page is a setup guide for the tronxy 3d printer series. Configure your printer to define x home as 29 and it should work. There are options in each of these tabs that will need to be selected. Just download cura slicing software, install it and start printing, it is easy as that. I went through the entire video last night and setup the firmware as i watched.