Computer Setup & Software Installation; Workstation Requirements; Driver Installation; Slicing Software Installation - 3D Platform WorkSeries 200 Series User Manual

3D Platform
Computer Setup & Software
Installation

Workstation Requirements

The 3D Platform WorkSeries 3D printer uses open
source controls. Computer/workstation requirements
are dependent on the software choice of the operator.
A laptop computer may be preferable for portability if
connecting via USB cable.

Driver Installation

Any Windows computer that will be connected to the
printer via USB, needs the driver installed prior to
connecting. Launch DuetDriverFiles.zip provided (on the
SD card) with the 200, 300 & 400 Series and follow the
installation instructions. The Duet Driver can also be
downloaded from our support page at
support.3dplatform.com.

Slicing Software Installation

Slicing software installation is needed to generate the
G-code toolpaths for machine operation. 3D Platform
follows an open market philosophy regarding slicing
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software. We support customer's option to choose their
preferred slicing software. As of the date of this manual,
the most popular software programs currently in-use by
3D Platform customers are:
•
Cura
Cura prepares your model for 3D printing.
For novices, it makes it easy to get great
results. For experts, there are over 200
settings to adjust to your needs. As it's open
source, our community helps enrich it even
more.
•
Simplify3D
Simplify3D software contains everything
you need to begin making parts on your
new 3D printer. Import and manipulate
geometry, repair models, generate G-code
instructions, verify tool paths, manually
control your machine, and print parts all
from the same program! This is an easy-to-
use and highly effective alternative to other
open source programs.
Refer to slicing software vendor for installation
instructions.
Revision: B
Date: December 28, 2017
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