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C2 User Manual
Release 1.0.0
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May 08, 2018

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  • Page 1 C2 User Manual Release 1.0.0 Robo May 08, 2018...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ........2.10 Connecting your iOS device to your Robo C2 .
  • Page 4 ........View on-board camera + timelapse (Robo R2 only) .
  • Page 5 Electrical Safety The Robo C2 3D printer has been tested for compliance with Low Voltage Directive. In order to ensure the high- est safety standards, including protection against short circuit, overload, overvoltage and printer overheating, do not attempt to modify the printer and do not use electronic replacement parts other than those recommended by the Man- ufacturer.
  • Page 6 Removing the prints from the platform should be done carefully so as to avoid injuries. Risk of Burns There is a high risk of burns while operating Robo printers as the hotend’s temperature may reach up to 300 C [572 Do not touch the hotend with bare hands.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    CHAPTER Getting Started 1.1 What’s in the box Besides your new Robo C2, you will find the following in the box: 1. Quick Start Guide 2. Autodesk Fusion 360 design software free 1-year voucher 3. 9 print bed tape covers (with 1 BuildTak sheet already applied to your print bed).

  • Page 8: Unboxing Robo C2

    Now that you’ve received your Robo C2, it’s time to unbox it and get familiar with your printer and accessories. Your C2 is housed in 3 styrofoam pieces, secured together by a nylon strap. Simply lift the printer from the box using the strap and set it down.

  • Page 9: Register Your Robo C2

    Next, remove the zip ties securing the rods to their plastic brackets 1.3 Register your Robo C2 Before you start, please register your Robo C2 for any servicing or warranty needs if they’re ever required. You can register your product by visiting our registration_site.

  • Page 10: Connecting To Wi-Fi

    We highly recommend connecting Robo C2 to your Wi-Fi network. Doing so provides you with necessary updates that allows for a more enjoyable 3D printing experience. Note: You can also use an Ethernet cable (LAN) to connect Robo C2 directly to your Wi-Fi network. To begin connecting to your Wi-Fi network, Select UTILITIES on home screen.

  • Page 11: Updating Robo C2

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Select CONFIGURE WIFI. Then select your Wi-Fi network and use the on-screen keyboard to enter your password. Once you’re done, select CONNECT. 1.6 Updating Robo C2 Ensure your software is up-to-date - it’s the best way to confirm that your machine is operating with the most recent functionalities available whenever we release them.

  • Page 12: Calibration And Setting Z Offset

    Note: Follow this process regularly to ensure software is always up to date. 1.7 Calibration and setting Z offset Next you’ll want to calibrate Robo C2 by selecting UTILITIES on the touch screen, and then select WIZARDS from the list.
  • Page 13 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 From here you’ll select Z OFFSET WIZARD. Now, the printer will wait to calibrate its home position Press up and down on the arrow buttons while sliding a piece of paper between the nozzle and the print bed until you...

  • Page 14: Loading Filament

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 1.8 Loading filament To begin loading filament, hang your filament spool on the spool holder. Be sure to unroll at least 11”— or 30 centimeters — of filament and thread it through the base of the filament sensor block and into the filament feed tube.
  • Page 15 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Finally, select FILAMENT LOADING WIZARD. Follow the on-screen prompts: • Heating up the printer • Ensuring you’ve cut off the tip of the filament • Now, look for filament to exit the nozzle • Press NEXT, and •...

  • Page 16: The Test Print

    To create your first test print, select FILES on the home screen. Then select a file to print from the list. Now, select START to print—and be sure to wait several seconds while Robo C2 prepares to print the file.
  • Page 17 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 The file will start printing. Just note that you can select PAUSE to pause your print, or you can select CANCEL to cancel your print. 1.9. The test print...

  • Page 18: Removing The Test Print

    Carefully remove the print from the print bed with your hand. Note that if the print is not coming loose after flexing the print bed, put the bed back in Robo C2 and use the provided spatula to carefully remove the print at its borders.

  • Page 19: Operation

    2.1 Display Screen The color touch screen display on the front of your Robo C2 is the main access point for setting up, controlling, and reviewing all components of your 3d printer. You can navigate through the menus by touch or a stylus.

  • Page 20: Setting The Z Offset

    2.2 Setting the Z offset Here we will calibrate Robo C2 by setting the Z-Offset and making sure your first layer is applied correctly. We will be covering three ways of zeroing in on your Offset. The first is the Z-Offset Wizard found in Utilities> Wizards;...
  • Page 21 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Next select “Z-Offset Wizard” Your printer will now home itself and get in position to set your offset Follow the directions on the screen using your calibration card that came with your printer or a standard piece paper.

  • Page 22: Loading And Unloading Filament

    Z-Offset. It’s a little more work, but you will tune your offset by actually printing on the bed to get the perfect height. Your Robo R2 will print a series of vertical lines, one at a time. Between each pass you can increase or decrease the Z-Offset value as needed.
  • Page 23 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Next, select ‘Wizards’ Select ‘Filament Loading Wizard’ 2.3. Loading and Unloading Filament...

  • Page 24: Start A Print

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 After you printer heats up, ensure you’ve cut the tip of the filament. Place the filament inside the feed hole, and press ‘Next’. The feeder gear will push your filament down, through the extruder, and out of the nozzle Once you see filament coming out of the bottom of the nozzle, select ‘Next’...
  • Page 25 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Now select ‘Start’ to print - and be sure to wait several second while the Robo C2 prepares to print the file Note; you can select ‘Pause’ to pause your print, or you can select ‘Cancel’ to cancel your print Note;...

  • Page 26: Print Status

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 2.5 Print Status There are three ways to check on the status of your print while your Robo C2 is at work printing away Screen • While your Robo C2 is printing, you can simply check the status by selecting ‘Printer’ on the home screen.

  • Page 27: Using Print Bed Adhesion

    2.7 Removing the print 1. When the Print is completed, remove the print plate with the finished print on it from the C2 by lifting the bed up and away from the magnets.

  • Page 28: Setting Up Wifi

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 2.8 Setting Up Wifi • To begin connecting to your Wi-Fi network, Select ‘Utilities’ on home screen. • Select ‘Network’. • Select ‘Configure WIFI’. • Then select your Wi-Fi network and use the on-screen keyboard to enter your password.

  • Page 29: Downloading The Robo App

    Your printer is capable of starting If no Wi-Fi signals are available for connection, you can use Hotspot Mode to emit a Wi-Fi signal from Robo C2 in order to connect to it wirelessly from your smart device. To access Hotspot Mode, do...

  • Page 30: Updating Your Printer

    2. Follow steps in the previous section to successfully connect your printer to the app 2.11 Updating Your Printer Make sure to update your printer to grab the benefits of all the latest Robo has to offer, as well as making sure your Robo C2 performs to the best of its ability.
  • Page 31 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 • Select ‘Update’ • Check to see if you have the most up-to-date software. If not, go ahead and update to get the best use from your Robo C2 2.11. Updating Your Printer...
  • Page 32 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Chapter 2. Operation...

  • Page 33: Maintenance

    CHAPTER Maintenance Remember, a well-maintained Robo C2 is a happy one! 3.1 Be sure to check for the following before every print: • Make sure the print bed is free of any/all objects • Make sure nothing is blocking the extruder head from moving freely around the build area.

  • Page 34: Cleaning The Feeder Gear

    The bearings can be greased with a few drops of 3-in-1 oil, or sewing machine oil to lubricate sufficiently. 3.4 Cleaning the print bed surface • The Robo C2 print bed surface is a sheet of black painters tape. Make sure to clean it with rubbing alcohol to ensure your print sticks to its surface.

  • Page 35: Replacing Your Hotend Nozzle

    Follow these steps to remove your hotend nozzle 1. Make sure to turn your Robo C2 off, and unplug the power cord from the back of the machine 2. Remove the magnetic extruder plate to expose your entire hotend and wires 3.
  • Page 36 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Chapter 3. Maintenance...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    fine-tune your Z-Offset. It’s a little more work, but you will tune your offset by actually printing on the bed to get the perfect height. Your Robo R2 will print a series of vertical lines, one at a time.

  • Page 38: Grinding Noise When Starting A Print

    To do this go into your desktop software Cura for Robo. Under the settings> speed> fan speed and turn this setting down to 30%. 6. First Layer Height and Width •...

  • Page 39: Material Not Extruding

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 • Make sure your rods are in the correct position. While moving to the home position, these rods will hit switches to let the printer know it is in the 0 position. If these rods have been moved out of the way, they will not hit the switch, and the printer will try and continue to travel past its 0 position, resulting in a grinding noise.
  • Page 40 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 • Wires should be plugged in and seated correctly on the top electronics board at the top of the extruder. Remove the extruder cover then check the wires. 2. Drive Gear is not cleaned Chapter 4. Troubleshooting...
  • Page 41 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 • Turn Off the Printer • Take off the extruder cover • Use a toothbrush to clean this drive gear of debris shown in the picture • Turn the shaft, and continue scrubbing until it is cleaned of debris 3.
  • Page 42 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 • Take the allen wrench that came in your tool kit, and unscrew the bolt connecting the extruder tensioner to the extruder. Chapter 4. Troubleshooting...
  • Page 43 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 • Once that is off, go ahead and use the smaller allen wrench to screw the drive gear set screw tight. Make sure it is seated all the way up to the spacer. 4.3. Material Not Extruding...

  • Page 44: Shifting Layers/Bad Print Quality

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 • Now reverse these steps to put it all back together 4.4 Shifting Layers/bad print quality 1. Loose Pulleys • If the pulleys on the X and Y axis come loose, you may need to tighten down the set screws to hold these in place.

  • Page 45: Hotend Clogged

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 2. Unaligned Axis • Re-align your axis to be perpendicular to each other. To do this, use the orange clips that came with your printer. • Unplug your machine, and move your extruder to the front right corner.
  • Page 46 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 2. Material stuck below the Drive Gear • If your motor shaft is turning, but the drive gear is not, it means you need to tighten down your drive gear. • To do this, turn off your machine and remove the extruder cover.
  • Page 47 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 • Next, unscrew the extruder tensioner cover with a screwdriver. • Take the allen wrench that came in your tool kit, and unscrew the bolt connecting the extruder tensioner to the extruder. 4.5. Hotend Clogged...
  • Page 48 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 • Once that is off, go ahead and use the smaller allen wrench to unscrew the drive gear set screw loose. Chapter 4. Troubleshooting...
  • Page 49 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 • From here, you can use the tweezers that came in your tool box to grab onto the filament that is stuck. Be sure to heat up the hotend before trying to pull out the filament.

  • Page 50: Hotend Falling Out

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 4.6 Hotend Falling Out If you are experiencing your hotend falling out from the extruder, there is a simple fix that will lock your extruder in place 1. The tension screw is not tight enough •...

  • Page 51: Drive Gear Aligning And Tightening

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 4.7 Drive Gear aligning and tightening If your drive gear has come loose and/or it is not aligned with the filament to hotend pathway, take these steps to realign and retighten: Note: Make sure there is no filament loaded into the extruder. If there is, heat up your extruder and remove any filament.

  • Page 52: Screens Goes White Or Doesn't Work

    • Next, raise your bed by manually turning the long threaded z screw until the bed is mostly all the way up. Now remove the internal lid under the bed that says Robo on it for better access to the electronics.

  • Page 53: Hotend Cover Is Falling Off

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 • Here, you will see a ribbon cable attached that attaches the screen to a green electronics board. On the screen side, detach the screen cable and re-attach. Do the same thing for the green electronics board side.

  • Page 54: Filament Runout Sensor Error

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 2. Loosen the hotend tensioner screw slightly. You do not need to loosen it completely, only enough to be able to rotate the hotend while it is still inside its mount. 3. Align the heater block to be parallel with the extruder carriage. Make sure the heater block is not turned in such a way that it is sticking out past the extruder carriage.
  • Page 55 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 3. Next, open up your browser (such as Google Chrome, or Mozilla Firefox), and enter that same IP address into the address bar. You should see a dashboard come up that looks like this: 4. Click on the ‘Settings’ button in the top right of the interface.

  • Page 56: Firmware Update

    2. Unzip the file and place the file onto a USB drive. 3. Place the USB drive into the USB slot on the front of your Robo C2. 4. On the touchscreen, navigate to Utilities > Options > Firmware Update...
  • Page 57 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 5. The next screen will show the .hex firmware file from your USB drive that you put on in step 2. 6. Click on the file name, and click ‘Start’ to start your firmware update.

  • Page 58: Error Messages

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 7. Wait a few minutes for the firmware to be loaded onto your Robo C2, and it will automatically reconnect. 8. Your Robo C2 should now have the latest firmware updated. 4.12 Error Messages If you are receiving error messages on your Robo C2, the following instructions will give you information about them, and also show you how to fix them and get you back up and running in no time.
  • Page 59 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 4.12.1 Connection Interrupted This connection interrupted error is a result of the main electronics board not being detected. There are a few ways this can happen - more discussed below. 1. First step in resolving this error is trying to reset the connection to the printer. A button is displayed within the error message labeled ‘Reset’.
  • Page 60 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 4. Check the wiring on your main electronics board. Every so often, the ribbon cable coming from the main electronics board can come loose. You will need to first take the inner panel out, located inside the printer below the bed, to get to the inside of the printer.
  • Page 61 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Robo™ C2 User Manual by Robo 3D, Inc. Copyright © 2017 Robo 3D, Inc. Permission is granted to copy, distribute and/or modify this document under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Public License (CC BY-SA 4.0).
  • Page 62 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting...

  • Page 63: Cura For Robo Desktop

    To get your 3d prints out looking great, Cura for Robo Desktop Software is the recommended software. This software takes your 3d models, and turns them into a language that the Robo C2 can read, and uses it to produce an object.
  • Page 64 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Overview This is the main view of Cura for Robo. You can reference back to it if you ever need a quick refresh of where things are located within the software. Chapter 5. Cura for Robo Desktop...
  • Page 65 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 1. Loading a model • Click on the ‘Open File’ icon at the top left of the screen. Find your .stl file you would like to load and click ‘open’. Once this is done, the model should appear on the build platform in the main viewer.

  • Page 66: Configure And View The Model

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 • Below the Pofile settings, you will find the simple recommended print settings. Here you can change infill density, as well as using print build plate adhesion for better adherance on your first layer, and support structure for generating scaffolding to support overhangs and bridges.
  • Page 67 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 2. Scale • Selecting the Scale tool will allow you to scale the model in 3 different ways; • Dragging the handles located on the model itself will scale the model in whichever way the handle is oriented •...
  • Page 68 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 4. Mirror • The Mirror tool will allow you to mirror the model in the X, Y, and Z axis. • Simply click on one of the arrowheads that pop up on your model to mirror it in that direction.

  • Page 69: Settings

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 • Use the slider to look through your layers one by one and see how your model will be built. • You can also input a layer number to jump directly to the specified layer of your model.
  • Page 70 Line Width determines the width of a single printed line. Normally, the line width should equal the diameter of your nozzle for most prints. Cura for Robo will automatically calculate how much plastic should flow out of the nozzle based on line width.
  • Page 71 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 4. Top or Bottom thickness Here you can set different thickness for both the top and bottom of your print independently. In general, bottom thickness does not need to be set as high as the top layers because you are printing onto a flat surface.
  • Page 72 Printing temperature determines the heat of the nozzle while printing. Most filaments print between 175°C and 250°C, although some can print lower or higher than this. For PLA, a temperature of 190°C is optimal for Robo branded filaments, while ABS has an optimal printing temperature of 230°C. 2. Build plate temperature...
  • Page 73 Build plate temperature determines how hot your heated build platform will get in order to adhere the plastic down to it. The Robo C2 does not have a heated build platform, while the Robo R2 does. For the Robo R2, PLA is best printed around a 50°C build platform, and ABS plastic at 80°C for best stick on the first layer.
  • Page 74 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Top/bottom speed determines how fast your solid top and bottom layers are printed. Note that the slower bottom layers give you more reliability of the model by giving it a dependable base, and slower top layers give you a more reliable roof on your print to give it a nice surface and close off all gaps.
  • Page 75 The regular fan speed at height value determines at which layer the fans will turn on. Because the Robo C2 and Robo R2 are suggested to use rafts, we determined this value to be higher due to the fact that fans can cool the bottom layers too well, and cause warping of your print and ultimately delaminate the plastic from the bed and causing a failed print.
  • Page 76 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 • Touching Buildplate: The support structure is only printed on overhangs that are directly over the build platform. • Everywhere: The support structure is printed everywhere there is an overhang, even if it is some- where inside or on the model itself.
  • Page 77 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Z distance determines the space between the top and bottom of the model and the support structure. Top distance determines the distance between the top of the support structure and the bottom surface of the overhang. Likewise, the bottom distance determines the distance between the bottom of the support structure and the top area of the model.
  • Page 78 2. Raft A raft is the best method for using platform adhesion on a Robo C2 and Robo R2. A raft is a couple layers of plastic that will adhere to both the bed platform and the print itself. If the model has very small surface area, a raft is also the best option for platform adhesion.

  • Page 79: Connecting A Printer Via Wifi

    5.4 Connecting a Printer via Wifi There is a way to connect Robo C2 directly to Cura for Robo enabling you to print right from within the software. Take these steps to connect your printer; 1. Click on the Robo C2 icon in the top right of the interface.
  • Page 80 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 3. A ‘Printers’ window will pop up. In the middle right of this pop up window, click on the button labeled ‘Connect Octoprint’. 4. A new window labeled ‘Connect Octoprint’ will pop up. In the top middle of this window, click on the button...
  • Page 81 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 labeled ‘Refresh’. This will bring up all of the printers that are connected to the same wifi network that your computer is connected to. 5. Once you see your printer name populated in the list of printers, select it. Next, select the button labeled ‘open webpage’...
  • Page 82 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 7. Click on the ‘settings’ button in the top right corner of the window. 8. A settings window will pop up. On the left hand side, scroll down and select the item labaled ‘API’ under ‘Features’.

  • Page 83: Troubleshooting

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 10. Next, go back into Cura for Robo desktop application. Paste this API key into the field provided by pressing ctl+V on windows or command+V on a mac. 11. Finally, click on the ‘Connect’ button. Then press ‘close’.
  • Page 84 5. Restart cura 2.5 5.5.2 .dll error for HP computers If you are having trouble opening Cura for Robo Desktop because of the dll error, follow these steps to get you to be able to run the software. 1. Download http://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp78001-78500/sp78033.exe...

  • Page 85: Robo Web Dashboard

    CHAPTER Robo Web Dashboard For the Quick Start Guide on using the Robo Web Dashboard, click here: Robo_Web_Dashboard_QSG.

  • Page 86: Overview

    IP Address 1. Here we can use the IP address of your printer to login to the web dashboard. On the screen of the Robo C2 or Robo R2, go to Utilities> Network> Network Status. Here you will see an IP address. Copy this IP address down and bring it over to your computer.

  • Page 87: Uploading Gcode Files

    6.3 Uploading gcode Files If you have already sliced your file via Cura for Robo, or another slicer program, there are two main ways to upload gcode files to your printer. By the ‘Upload’ button, as well as a ‘drag-and-drop’ approach.
  • Page 88 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 2. You can also simply drag your gcode file from your computer into the dashboard. The dashboard will get dark, and you may then drop the file onto the left side of the dashboard where it says ‘upload’...

  • Page 89: Uploading Stl Files

    1. Under the ‘Temperature’ section of the web dashboard, you can set temperatures for your nozzle and your bed (Robo R2 only). This is a good place to toggle your temperatures if your material needs more or less heat. 6.4. Uploading stl Files...

  • Page 90: View On-Board Camera + Timelapse (Robo R2 Only)

    1. Viewing your print with the camera • Under the ‘Webcam’ section of the web dashboard you will see a live stream of the inside of your Robo R2. Here you can monitor not only your current print project, but also if the printer is clear of any print on the print platform, and if it is ready to start another print.
  • Page 91 Here, you can control the settings such as: on/off, timelapse frame rate, and timelapse post roll. Right below this, you will find a list of all the Finished Timelapses on that particular Robo R2. 6.6. View on-board camera + timelapse (Robo R2 only)

  • Page 92: Terminal

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 6.7 Terminal The terminal is where you can see all of the commands being sent to your printer. You can also send specific commands in the terminal to troubleshoot and get feedback on your printer.

  • Page 93: Manage Plugins

    6.8 Manage plugins Plug-ins are a great way to add functionality to your Robo C2 and Robo R2. There a several plugins that make the entire experience of using your 3d printer easy and accessible. You can manage all of your plug-ins from the web dashboard by going to the ‘settings’...
  • Page 94 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 In order to view the Lani plugin, you must first disable the Robo Theme plugin. To do this, see section “How to enable and Disable Plugins” below. Next, you must enable the Lani plugin from the plugins list. Now, when you restart Octoprint, you will be able to view Lani and all of its contents.
  • Page 95 How to connect the printer to the wireless network through hotspot mode If you are having trouble connecting to a wireless network directly through the Robo C2 or Robo R2 screen, you can use the web dashboard to get around this issue.

  • Page 96: View History And Statistics Of Printer

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 6.9 View history and statistics of printer There are a few modules on the web dashboard that allow you to view some statistics of your printer. Some of the things you can get info on are; history, prints per day and success rate, printer statistics, and power usage. This is a good way to track your printer and will be displayed as the following;...
  • Page 97 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 This will load the values of some of the core settings that your printer runs on. From here, scroll down and find the ‘z-offset’ value. Here, you can manually adjust this value (note: a higher negative number will increase your z-offset, meaning the bed will be farther away from the nozzle).
  • Page 98 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 From here, you will need to scroll back to the top of the page and select ‘Save to EEprom’ to correctly save the value to your printer. Once that is saved, you can then click save on the bottom right of your window. Remember: if you don’t click the ‘Save to EEprom’...

  • Page 99: Monitor Your Print

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 6.11 Monitor your print From the web dashboard, you are able to monitor your print, as well as start, pause, and cancel a print. In the top left of the interface under ‘state’, you will find information such as: the file selected, total print time, elapsed print time, print time left, as well as the option to print, pause, and cancel your current file.

  • Page 100: Download Octoprint Logs For Support

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 6.12 Download OctoPrint Logs for Support The OctoPrint Logs will enable our support team to better diagnose your problem and help get your Robo up and printing ASAP! Once on the Robo Dashboard, navigate to Settings at the Top right of the Screen.
  • Page 101 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Lastly, make sure the files are sorted by most recent. To do that Click “Modification Date (Descending)” and double check the files are arranged by date starting with the most recent. Then download the top three files, ‘octoprint.log’, ‘plugin_printhistory_console.log’, and ‘octoprint_stats.db’.
  • Page 102 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Chapter 6. Robo Web Dashboard...

  • Page 103: Robo App For Ios

    CHAPTER Robo App for iOS...

  • Page 104: Overview

    The first time opening the Robo app you will be brought to a End User License Agreement. Once you accept, you will be brought to a login page. To you the Robo app, you can either link your Facebook account or continue as a guest. Once this is done, you will be taken you to your dashboard.

  • Page 105: Adding A Printer

    7.3 Adding a Printer Once you are in the Robo app, the first screen that will appear is the dashboard. From here you can add a printer that is on the local network (make sure your printer is connected to a wifi network).
  • Page 106 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Next, follow the steps to add a printer. Scan for local printers that are the network by pressing the scan button. This will bring up a pop up that will show all of the available printers on the local network. Choose your printer and it will add it to the line automatically.
  • Page 107 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Then, you will want to add the API key that is located on your printer. Press the ‘scan’ button and it will bring up the camera. Now, you will need to scan the QR code that is physically located on your printer. Go to your printer and from the main screen go to Utilities>...
  • Page 108 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 The next section is the video section. If you have a Robo C2, you can skip this part. If you have a Robo R2, go ahead and scan for video. It should find it automatically and add it.
  • Page 109 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Once these profiles are added, you will be taken to the dashboard screen and you should see your new printer ready to 7.3. Adding a Printer...

  • Page 110: Linking Cloud Storage

    Congratulations, you have now added your printer to remotely monitor it from the Robo app.. 7.4 Linking Cloud Storage Within the Robo app, the ability to link cloud storage makes it easy to access your files from anywhere, without the need for a computer.
  • Page 111 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 7.4. Linking Cloud Storage...
  • Page 112 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Once in your settings, log into your Dropbox and Google Drive accounts by clicking ‘Log In’ next to their respective names. Chapter 7. Robo App for iOS...
  • Page 113 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Now, since you are logged into your cloud storage accounts, you can click on ‘select storage’ from the dashboard and successfully see all the files that are in your cloud stage accounts. 7.4. Linking Cloud Storage...
  • Page 114 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 Chapter 7. Robo App for iOS...

  • Page 115: Quick Workflow

    3. While still in the browser, upload that file to your Google Drive or Dropbox account. 4. Next, go into the Robo app. 5. In the dashboard, click on the button labeled ‘Select Storage’. 6. Now select the storage where you had uploaded the file to.

  • Page 116: Printer Controls

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 7.6 Printer Controls If your printer is not currently in a printing state, you can control different aspects by clicking directly on the name of the printer you want to control from the dashboard. Here you can move motors, heat up your nozzle, as well as view your terminal, which will show you what commands your printer is currently reading.
  • Page 117 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 2. On this slicing wizard screen, you have the choice to change your layer height, infill percentage, temperatures, and printing with supports and rafts. 3. Once you have selected your settings, click the ‘Send to Printer’ button at the bottom of the page and choose which printer your would like to send it to.

  • Page 118: Library

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 7.8 Library If you want to see which files are currently on your printer, first, click on the printer name from the dashboard. Next, in the bottom right, click on the library button to view all of the files on the printer.
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  • Page 120: Connecting Your Printer To Wifi

    C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 7.9 Connecting your printer to wifi If you want to connect your printer to a wifi network, or change the wifi network through the Robo app, there are a few steps to take. 1. First, make sure your iOS device is connected to the same signal as your printers wifi signal. If the printer is in hotspot mode, connect your iOS device to that same network.
  • Page 121 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 5. Follow the on screen instructions to connect your printer to a wifi network. 7.9. Connecting your printer to wifi...

  • Page 122: Your Settings

    7.10 Your Settings Your Settings is the area of the Robo app where you can log into your Facebook, Google Drive, and Dropbox accounts. Tap on the ‘Menu’ button in the top left corner of the dashboard screen. On the left hand side, click on ‘Your Settings’.
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  • Page 124 C2 User Manual, Release 1.0.0 You will see three accounts you can log into: Facebook, Google Drive, and Dropbox. If you are logged into Google Drive and Dropbox, you will be able to access your cloud libraries and print directly from the app by downloading these cloud files to your printer.

  • Page 125: Store

    7.11 Store If you want to visit the Robo store for filament, accessories, or new 3d printers, you can access it right from the Robo app. First, click on the menu icon from the dashboard. Then, click on the ‘store’ menu item from the menu on the left.
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  • Page 127: Multiple Printers

    7.12 Multiple Printers If you have multiple printers on the same network, you can manage them all from within the Robo app. To add an additional printer to your dashboard, simply select the ‘Add Printer’ button below the last printer on your dashboard, and follow the instructions listed from the section ‘Adding a Printer’.
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