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- Page 1 MP Education Inventor II 3D Printer P/N 30525 User's Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES ............................5 CUSTOMER SERVICE ....................................6 PACKAGE CONTENTS ....................................6 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ....................................8 Front View........................................8 Top View .......................................... 8 Right Side View ......................................8 Rear View ........................................9 OSD MENU SYSTEM ....................................9 Top Menu ........................................ - Page 3 Setup WLAN Hotspot Screen ..............................17 Extruder Adjust Screen ..................................18 UNPACKING ........................................18 LOADING FILAMENT ....................................21 BUILD PLATE LEVELING ..................................25 UNLOADING FILAMENT ..................................28 MP FLASHPRINT SOFTWARE ................................30 Installation ........................................30 Initial Setup ........................................ 30 Main Interface Overview ................................31 Loading a File ......................................
- Page 4 Wi-Fi Connection ....................................51 PRINTING ..........................................52 Generating Gcode ....................................52 SPECIFICATIONS ......................................55 TECHNICAL SUPPORT ....................................56 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ................................56 Notice for FCC ......................................56 Notice for Industry Canada ................................57 EU Declaration of Conformity ..............................57 WEEE Information ....................................58 Safety Notice ......................................
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Page 5: Safety Warnings And Guidelines
SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra attention to these safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. Be careful not to damage the blue tape on the build plate. ... -
Page 6: Customer Service
If you have any problem with your order, please give us an opportunity to make it right. You can contact a Monoprice Customer Service representative through the Live Chat link on our website www.monoprice.com during normal business hours (Mon-Fri: 5am-7pm PT, Sat-Sun: 9am-... - Page 7 1x AC power 1X Warning card 1x AC power cord 1x USB cable adapter 1x Unclogging pin 1x USB stick 1x Lid 1x Screwdriver tool 1x Wrench 1x Package of grease 1x Allen wrench set 1x Glue stick 1x Filament guide 1x PTFE tube tube...
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Page 8: Product Overview
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front View 1. Touch screen 2. Touch screen button 3. Nozzle 4. Z-axis guide rod 5. Build plate 6. Leveling knob Top View 7. Filament cartridge 8. Extruder 9. Filament intake 10. X-axis guide rod 11. Spring presser Right Side View 12. -
Page 9: Rear View
Rear View 14. Power input OSD MENU SYSTEM Top Menu The Top Menu is displayed after the printer is powered on and initialized. Touch the Build button to enter the Build Menu. Touch the Preheat button to enter the Preheat Menu. -
Page 10: Build Menu
Build Menu The Build Menu is displayed by touching the Build button from the Top Menu. Touch the Internal Memory button to read the print file from internal memory. Touch the USB Stick button to read the print file from the USB stick. ... -
Page 11: Print Progress Screen
Print Progress Screen The Print Progress Screen is displayed while printing is in progress. It shows the print filename, the actual and target temperatures, and the print progress with the remaining time displayed. Touch the Abort button to cancel the print in progress. -
Page 12: Preheat Menu
Preheat Menu The Preheat Menu is displayed by touching the Preheat button on the Top Menu. Touch the Extruder button to set the target print temperature. The default target print temperature is 220°C. Touch the Start button to start preheating the extruder. -
Page 13: Preheating Screen
Preheating Screen The Preheating Screen is displayed during the preheating process. It displays the preheating progress, as well as the actual and target temperatures. Touch the Cancel button to abort the preheating process. Tools Menu The Tools Menu is displayed by touching the Tools button on the Top Menu. ... -
Page 14: Manual Adjustment Screen
Manual Adjustment Screen The Manual Adjustment Screen displays the X and Y positions of the extruder and the Z position of the build plate. Touch the X+ button to move the extruder to the right. Touch the X- button to move the extruder to the left. -
Page 15: Status Screen
Touch the Filament Check button to enable or disable filament checking. Touch the Door Open Pause button to enable or disable automatic print pausing when the door is opened. Touch the Factory Reset label to reset the printer's settings to their factory default values. -
Page 16: About Screen
About Screen The About Screen is displayed by touching the About button on the Tools Menu. It displays basic information about the printer. Touch the Back button to return to the previous menu. WiFi Screen The WiFi Screen is displayed by touching the WiFi label on the Setting Screen. The Wi-Fi® function allows you to connect the Inventor II to a local Wi-Fi Access Point (AP)/hotspot, i.e., the one your computer is normally connected with. -
Page 17: Wlan Hotspot Screen
WLan Hotspot Screen The WLan Hotspot Screen is displayed by touching the WLan hotspot label on the Setting Menu. The MP Inventor II printer contains a built-in Wi-Fi® radio, which can be configured as a Wi-Fi Access Point (AP)/hotspot. You can then connect to the printer in MP FlashPrint by changing the Wi-Fi connection on your computer to the Wi-Fi address of the printer. -
Page 18: Extruder Adjust Screen
Extruder Adjust Screen The Extruder Adjust Screen is displayed by touching the Extruder Calibration label on the Setting Menu. Touch the - button to increase the distance between the extruder nozzle and the build plate in the home position. ... - Page 19 3. Remove the accessories box and open it. Take an inventory of the package contents PACKAGE to ensure that all parts are present and in good working order. See the CONTENTS section above. 4. Remove the styrofoam packing from the printer. 5.
- Page 20 6. Remove the styrofoam packing from the top of the printer. 7. Remove the tape that holds the flat cable in place, then cut the four cable ties securing the guide rods in place. Manually move the extruder in both the X and Y planes to ensure it moves freely.
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Page 21: Loading Filament
9. Remove the styrofoam packing on the left side, then manually lift the build plate and remove the styrofoam packing from under the build plate. 10. Remove the plastic protective film from the touch screen. Congratulations, you have successfully unpacked your new 3D printer! LOADING FILAMENT Perform the following steps to load filament into your 3D printer. - Page 22 2. Place a spool of filament on the hub, then feed filament up through the black Filament Detection assembly, shown in the red box in the image below. Note that the filament should feed from the bottom of the spool to the top. Insert the cartridge into the printer.
- Page 23 5. Insert the filament guide tube into the Filament Intake hole at the top of the Filament Cartridge. 6. Manually lower the Build Plate so that there is at least 2" space between the extruder Nozzle and the Build Plate. 7.
- Page 24 10. The printer will preheat the extruder to 220°C. When it reaches the target temperature, the printer will beep to inform you that it is ready. 11. Insert the filament into the Filament Intake hole on top of the extruder. The filament will be drawn into the Extruder.
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Page 25: Build Plate Leveling
BUILD PLATE LEVELING The Inventor II features a 3-point intelligent leveling system, which gives clear and comprehensive feedback. There are three, spring-loaded knobs under the build plate. Turning the knobs counterclockwise (when viewed from above) increases the distance between the build plate and the extruder nozzle. Turning them clockwise (when viewed from above), decreases the distance between the build plate and the extruder nozzle. - Page 26 3. Turn the three spring-loaded knobs under the Build Plate counterclockwise (as viewed from above) until you cannot turn them anymore, then touch the OK button. 4. Confirm that you cannot tighten the knobs any more, then touch the Yes button. 5.
- Page 27 6. Turn the knob under the leveling point clockwise (when viewed from above), until the printer beeps. 7. Touch the Verify button. The printer will check the distance again. 8. If the distance is correct, touch the OK button to proceed to the next leveling point. If not, follow the onscreen instructions until the distance is correct and the OK button is displayed.
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Page 28: Unloading Filament
9. Continue following the onscreen instructions until all three points are properly leveled and the Completed Screen is displayed. Touch the Finish button to complete the leveling process. Congratulations, you have successfully leveled the Build Plate! UNLOADING FILAMENT Perform the following steps to remove the filament. 1. - Page 29 2. Touch the Filament button, then touch the Unload button. 3. The printer will preheat the extruder to 220°C. When it reaches the target temperature, the printer will beep to inform you that it is ready. 4. Depress the Spring Presser on the extruder, press down on the filament for 3 seconds, then pull the filament out.
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Page 30: Mp Flashprint Software
MP FLASHPRINT SOFTWARE Installation The Inventor II 3D printer uses MP FlashPrint slicing software to create print files or to print directly from the computer via a wired USB or wireless connection. MP FlashPrint is available for Microsoft® Windows® and Linux®, in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions, as well as Apple®... -
Page 31: Main Interface Overview
Main Interface Overview The screenshot below shows the three main elements of the software - the Menus, the Icons, and the Build Platform. The icons have the functions listed in the table below. Icon Function Loads a model or Gcode file. MP FlashPrint supports .STL, .OBJ, and .FPP model files. -
Page 32: Loading A File
Views the MP FlashPrint home screen from one of six viewing angles. View Moves the model around on the X/Y plane. Hold the SHIFT key then click to move the mode along the Z axis. Move Turns and rotates the model. Rotate Scales the size of the model. -
Page 33: Generating A Model
Click File > Load Examples to load one of the sample files. Click File > Recent Files, then select the file from the list of recently used files. Drag and drop the file onto the MP FlashPrint icon on the desktop to launch MP FlashPrint and load the file. - Page 34 The following screenshots illustrate the five basic shapes. Plane Tube Canister...
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Page 35: Changing Views
Lamp Seal Changing Views You can change the camera angle in relation to the model and build area using a variety of methods. Drag: Click the View icon, then drag the camera using one of the following methods. Left click and hold, then move the mouse. ... - Page 36 Rotate: Click the View icon, then rotate the camera using one of the following methods. Right click and hold, then move the mouse. Hold down the SHIFT key, left click and hold, then move the mouse. Scale: Scroll the mouse wheel up or down to zoom the camera in or out. Set View: You can select one of six preset camera angles using one of the following methods.
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Page 37: Model Manipulation
Model Manipulation You can manipulate the model using a variety of methods. Move: Click on the model to select it. You can then move it around the build area in a variety of ways. To move the model horizontally in the X/Y plane, left click and hold on the model, then move the mouse. - Page 38 Cut: Click the model to select it, then double-click the Cut icon to set the cut plane in a variety of ways. Left click and drag the cursor across the model to set the cut angle. Select the X Plane option to cut the model vertically. ...
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Page 39: Supports
Supports Because 3D printing is an additive process, each layer of filament needs a base to build on. The printer can gradually increase the layer size, so long as the overhang angle is less than about 45 degrees. Otherwise, you need to create support elements to serve as the base for adding additional layers. - Page 40 Support Options: Click the Support Options button to display the Support Options dialog. You can select Treelike or Linear supports. Treelike supports are built at angles, while Linear supports are linear, vertical supports for the overhanging elements. When you click the OK button, the software will generate the appropriate support structures.
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Page 41: Printing A Model
Delete Supports: Click the Delete Supports button to remove individual supports. Click the cursor on the support you want to remove to highlight that support and all subnode supports, then click the left mouse button to delete the highlighted support. Printing a Model Click the Print icon on the main interface to slice the model and print the resulting Gcode file, either directly from MP FlashPrint or by first exporting it to the USB stick. - Page 42 Wall: Check the Wall box to help clear leaking filament from a second extruder during dual color printing. Brim: Check the Brim box to print a ring of filament around the model to help prevent warping and assist with bed adhesion. Resolution: For ABS and PLA printing, you can choose Low, Standard, or High resolution.
- Page 43 option is for all infill, while the Every N Inner Layers affects only the inner infills, which generally saves print time. Speed: Click the Speed tab to reveal the speed settings. Print Speed: Determines the speed that the extruder moves while printing filament.
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Page 44: File Menu
File Menu The File Menu contains the following options. New Project: Click File > New Project or press CTRL+N to create a new, blank project. A project saves in one place all the models in the scene, including positions, supports, and settings. -
Page 45: Edit Menu
Edit Menu The Edit Menu contains the following options. Undo: Click Edit > Undo or press CTRL+Z to undo the last change. In most cases, you can undo multiple changes, one at a time. Redo: Click Edit > Redo or press CTRL+Y to redo the last change that was undone. In most cases, you can redo multiple undos. -
Page 46: Print Menu
Print Menu The Print Menu contains the following options. Connect Machine: Click Print > Connect Machine to establish a USB or Wi-Fi® connection to the printer. This option is not available if the printer is already connected. Disconnect: Click Print > Disconnect to break a connection with the printer. This option is not available if there is no connection with the printer. -
Page 47: Tools Menu
Tools Menu The Tools Menu contains the following options. Control Panel: Click Tools > Control Panel to modify the printer's settings from within MP FlashPrint. Note that if you are not connected to the printer, you will be prompted to do so before the Control Panel can be displayed. ... - Page 48 Set Z Speed: Sets the speed at which the build plate moves. Limit Switch: Displays the status of the limit switches on each axis. If the extruder or build plate are not moved to its maximum positions, the status will show Not Triggered in green.
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Page 49: Help Menu
Help Menu The Help Menu contains the following options. First Run Wizard: Re-runs the wizard that automatically runs the first time MP FlashPrint is run. Help Contents: Allows you to read the help files. Feedback: Allows you to submit feedback. Check For Updates: Checks for MP FlashPrint updates. -
Page 50: Wlan Hotspot Connection
4. Set the Connection Mode to USB and set the Select Machine option to the Inventor II printer. If the printer does not appear in the Select Machine list, click the Rescan button. If it still does not appear, reinstall the driver software. WLAN Hotspot Connection Perform the following steps to connect your PC to the Inventor II printer using the printer's built-in WLAN hotspot. -
Page 51: Wi-Fi Connection
Wi-Fi Connection Perform the following steps to connect your PC to the Inventor II printer using an existing Wi-Fi® access point. 1. Power on the printer and your computer. 2. On the printer, select Tools > Setting > WiFi > WiFi ON. 3. -
Page 52: Printing
PRINTING Perform the following steps to print a model on the Inventor II printer from a Gcode file saved to the USB stick. Generating Gcode 1. Plug the USB stick into a USB port on your computer. 2. Double-click the MP FlashPrint shortcut to launch the software. 3. - Page 53 6. Click the Print icon, then change the settings as appropriate for your filament type and model. Preview: Check the Preview box if you want to preview the model after slicing is done. Print When Slice Done: Because we are printing from the USB stick, uncheck this box to save the Gcode file to the USB stick.
- Page 54 11. Touch the Build button on the printer display. 12. Touch the USB Stick option, then locate and load your model file. 13. Touch the Build icon to begin printing. The printer will begin heating the extruder, then will begin printing once the target temperature is reached. Touch the Abort button at any time to cancel the print.
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Page 55: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Model 30525 Printer Name MP Fully Enclosed 150 Number of Extruders Print Technology Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) Screen Type 3.5" Color IPS Touch Screen Build Area 150 x 140 x 140 mm Layer Resolution 0.1 - 0.4 mm Build Accuracy ±0.1mm... -
Page 56: Technical Support
TECHNICAL SUPPORT Monoprice is pleased to provide free, live, online technical support to assist you with any questions you may have about installation, setup, troubleshooting, or product recommendations. If you ever need assistance with your new product, please come online to talk to one of our friendly and knowledgeable Tech Support Associates. -
Page 57: Notice For Industry Canada
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canad EU Declaration of Conformity Monoprice, Inc. declares the product described within this user guide or manual is in compliance with below applicable directives. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following internet address: https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=107&cp_id=10724&cs_id=1072403&p_id=30525... -
Page 58: Weee Information
Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Monoprice products. Consumers are required to comply with this notice for all electronic products bearing the following symbol: For Consumers in the European Union: This EU Directive requires that the product bearing this symbol and or its packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. -
Page 59: Safety Notice
Safety Notice WARNING: Do not use this product near water, for example, in a wet basement or near swimming pool or in an area where accidental contact with water or liquid might occurs WARNING: Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from the surge caused by lightning WARNING: The external power adapter or AC power cord is the equipment's disconnection device.
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