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  • Page 1 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide German RepRap GmbH https://www.germanreprap.com...
  • Page 2 Seite: Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Using a GCODE file ........................15 Create 3D objects ......................... 16 Troubleshooting NEO 3D-Drucker ....................16 Cannot connect to the NEO using the software or NEO doesn't execute commands ....17 Support ............................17 Documentation ..........................18 Telephone ............................. 18 Support tickets / E-mail .........................
  • Page 4 Seite: Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Legal Disclaimer ..........................25 Software-Changes / Use of applications ..................26 Contact ............................26 © German RepRap GmbH...

  • Page 5: Neo 3D-Printer Quick Guide

    Seite: 2/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide © German RepRap GmbH 2/30...

  • Page 6: Neo 3D-Printer Quick Guide

    It’s simple and easy to create 3D models with the NEO 3D-printer. Small and compact, the NEO is perfect for the home user - just unpack, set it up and start printing. Use your creativity and generate real items based on your ideas.

  • Page 7: System Requirements

    Seite: 4/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide NEO desktop 3D printer (fully assembled) Spool holder Power supply with Schuko wall plug (Typ F) USB cable Manual and software on CD PLA (Polylactic acid) sample System requirements WINDOWS .NET 4.0 min.

  • Page 8: Set Up

    Set up Connectivity To fire up the NEO plug the power supply lead into a compatible wall power outlet and the low voltage cable into the printer. Next connect the NEO to your computer using the USB cable. It’s not necessary to flip a switch in order to turn it on.
  • Page 9 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Next, install the software called “Repetier-Host” from the CD-ROM which allows you to control the NEO. It is advisable but not strictly necessary to check the German RepRap website at http://www.germanreprap.com/de/support/downloads to make sure you have the latest version for the software packages you are about to install.

  • Page 10: Components Of The Repetier-Host Software

    Seite: 7/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Disable Extruder after Job/Kill: [X] Disable Heated Bed after Job/Kill: [X] Disable Motors after Job/Kill: [X] Add to comp. Printing Time: 0 [%] Tab Printer Shape: Pinter Type: Classic Printer Home X: Min...

  • Page 11: Tab: Object Placement

    8/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Tab: Object Placement The tab “Object Placement” is used to prepare the model to be printed. CAD files in either of the formats .STL, .OBJ or .AMF can be loaded from the computer’s file system and placed on the virtual print platform on the left.

  • Page 12: Tab: Slicer

    NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Tab: Slicer Make sure to select the “NEO” profile in the print settings of the Slicer tab and “NEO DD Extruder 0.5” for the printer settings. The filament settings should be set to “PLA 1.75mm DD Extruder”. You only have to do this step once.

  • Page 13: Menu Icon: Connect

    (port and baud rate) selected earlier. Menu icon: Load If you already have a G-code file (the file name ends in .gcode) tailored to your NEO you can load it into Repetier-Host and therefore skip the “slicing” step above. Menu icon: Run Job „Run Job“...

  • Page 14: Calibrate

    11/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Calibrate Before you can start the first print the printer has to be calibrated once: To avoid damaging the print bed with the print head turn the knurled nuts beneath the print bed to lower it as far as possible. Then connect the computer to the printer using the “Connect”...

  • Page 15: Load Filament

    NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Load filament Pre-heat the NEO to its working temperature (the nozzle will then be at about 220°C) before loading the filament. Next push the lever on the extruder motor on the back of the printer and feed the filament into the tubing until it hits the nozzle.

  • Page 16: First Prints

    G-code first. The G-code then contains information specifically tailored for the NEO. Other files with a file name ending in “.gcode” have already been converted for the NEO. They will not work on other 3D printers.

  • Page 17: Using A Cad File

    14/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Using a CAD file If the CAD file you want to print is in a format that the Repetier-Host software understands, e.g. files that end in “.STL” or “.stl”, you can load and place it on the print bed using the “Plus” sign under the tab “Object Placement”...

  • Page 18: Using A Gcode File

    Using a GCODE file If the file has already been sliced for the NEO you can load the gcode by clicking the “Load” button in the top left corner. Now you can start the print by clicking on the “Run Job” button.

  • Page 19: Create 3D Objects

    16/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Create 3D objects There are a lot of CAD programs, which can create the files for 3D printing. Almost all of them use their own proprietary format to store the models, however, they can also export the model in other formats.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting Neo 3D-Drucker

    German RepRap GmbH ( https://support.germanreprap.com). Cannot connect to the NEO using the software or NEO doesn't execute commands Please check the printer settings in Repetier-Host. Compare them with the screenshot below. The COM port does vary on different USB controllers.

  • Page 21: Support

    Seite: 18/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Support We provide support and all the documentation. Documentation You'll find all the documentation online at http://wiki.germanreprap.com . Please register with the site wiki.germanreprap.com in order to be able to automatically send notifications and changes of documents you are interested in via email.

  • Page 22: Forum (Community)

    Seite: 19/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Forum (Community) https://forum.germanreprap.com you can interact with our 3D printing community in different languages and exchange tips and tricks. © German RepRap GmbH 19/30...

  • Page 23: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Seite: 20/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide EU Declaration of conformity The company German RepRap GmbH Kapellenstraße 9 85622 Feldkirchen herewith declares conformity of the product 3D Drucker Designation Type, Serial Nuber, etc. Baujahr 2014 with applicable regulations below EU directive: Produktsicherheit 2001/95/EG * Maschinenrichtlinien 2006/42/EG * Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Elektro- und Elektronikprodukten 2004/108/EG * RoHS 2011/65/EU...

  • Page 24: Important Notes

    Seite: 21/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Important notes Return / Original wrapping Please retain this documentation and the original package of this printer in case you need to ship it for repairs or to a new address. 3D printers are inherently sensitive to bumping or knocking and are best protected in their original box.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Maintenance Every 12 months the printer has to be serviced by trained personnel. This includes checking the safety devices as well as all mechanical components. German RepRap offers this as a service. Please contact us via info@germanreprap.com for more details.

  • Page 26: Safety Notes

    Seite: 23/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Safety notes Power supply Always ensure that the power lead has not been damaged. Disconnect the device immediately if the power lead shows any sign of damage. Have the power supply inspected by an authorised electrician.

  • Page 27: Humidity, Solar Radiation, Heat, Open Fire

    24/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Humidity, solar radiation, heat, open fire Protect the device from extreme humidity, dripping and splash water (do not place any liquid-filled containers such as beverages on it). Do not place the device near a heater, do not expose it to extended direct sunlight and do not operate it in damp rooms.

  • Page 28: Disposal

    25/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide Disposal Electronic equipment may not be disposed in the domestic waste - in accordance with Directive 2002/96/EG of the European Parliament and the Council of 27th of January 2003 about electric and electronic equipment it has to be professionally disposed.

  • Page 29: German Reprap Gmbh /30

    Only use the software packages provided by German RepRap GmbH through their website as well as the original CD-ROM that came with the device. German RepRap GmbH cannot be held liable for the loss of data on any internal or external storage medium.
  • Page 30 Seite: 27/30 Stand: 2014/06/07 23:06 NEO 3D-Printer Quick guide 0.99€/minute from a landline in Germany, prices may vary depending on your landline telephone, VOIP or mobile phone provider From: http://wiki.germanreprap.com/ - German RepRap Wiki Permanent link: http://wiki.germanreprap.com/en/handbuch/neo_kurzanleitung Last update: 2014/05/23 09:46 ©...

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