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- Page 3 3d-print with the very first Leapfrog stand-alone printer. To make your first impression the best one possible, we want to provide you with our manual which will take you through the first steps and make you more familiar with your Xeed. For maximum 3D-print pleasure.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
3.1 Need support page 27 3.2 Updates page 29 3.3 Troubleshooting page 30 3.3.1 Transporting, unpacking and positioning the Xeed page 31 3.3.2. Turning off and (re)starting the Xeed page 31 3.3.3. Filament slipping page 31 3.3.4. Removing your print from the bed page 32 3.3.5. -
Page 5: Installation
1.1 Unpack In this step we will show you how to unpack your Xeed when it arrives at your doorstep. Before you start, make sure that you have cleared a spot where you want to place the printer. We advise you to not place the Xeed next to a window or at a place where it is draughty. -
Page 6: Printing
– 2. Printing The following steps are general steps which you need to follow when making a 3D print with your Xeed. 2.0 Setting up the Xeed 2.0.1 Initial setup 2.0.2 Setup Internet 2.0.3 Update LilyPrint 2.0.4 Setting z-offset 2.0.5 Level bed 2.1 Loading your filament... -
Page 7: Initial Setup
2.0.1 Initial setup Before you can use the Xeed, we have to go through the initial setup. This will make sure the Xeed is connected to the network and is up-to-date. This will allow you to access the Xeed through a LAN network later, which allows remote control of the printer, remote upload from gcode files and more. - Page 8 – In the pop-up that appears note the IP Adress under the IPv4 section, you can use this later to access LilyPrint from your own computer in the same network. To connect to a wifi network, left click on the network icon and select the wifi network. In the pop- up enter the wifi password.
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Page 9: Update Lilyprint
– 2.0.3 Update LilyPrint LilyPrint has an update feature, we will run this to make sure that it is up-to-date before we start. Click on the System menu in the top bar of LilyPrint and select "Update LilyPrint", confirm the notification to start the update. -
Page 10: Setting Z-Offset
LilyPrint is now updated to the latest version. 2.0.4 Setting z-offset The Xeed uses a variable called z-offset to calibrate the distance between the z-stop and the nozzle. It basically depicts the distance between the nozzle and the bed at the start of a print and is very important. -
Page 11: Level Bed
Before we start to print we want to make sure that the bed is levelled. Under the "Control" tab in LilyPrint there is a "Xeed" section. Press the "Level bed" button to start the sequence. It will probe 5 spots on the bed and make sure it is levelled. This can take up to 4-5 sequences. -
Page 12: Loading Your Filament
– 2.1 Loading your filament We need filament loaded in the printer to start printing. This section will guide you through the process. Load your filament into the filament drawer. The filament drawer is located at the left side of the printer and can be opened by gently pushing on the bottom of the drawer as shown in the next picture Once you have opened the drawer you can place your spool(s) of filament in it as shown in the... - Page 13 –...
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Page 14: Heating The Extruders
2.2 Heating the extruders The software that is used to control the Xeed is called LilyPrint. In the next screenshots we have outlined real brief all the tabs in the main screen. During this manual we will explain each option and its functions starting with the heating of your extruders. - Page 15 – You can notice that the temperature graph of the front extruder shows the current and target temperature. To load your filament into the extruder you can use the “EXTRUDE” button, located on the control tab. Make sure your filament is placed correctly in the filament drawer and that your extruders are heated to the correct temperature for your filament type.
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Page 16: Manually Controlling Your Xeed
– 2.3 Manually controlling your Xeed The manual controls give you full control over all movement and actions of your printer when it is not running a print job. 2.3.1 Movements The movements of the printer are done at the control tab. Before moving the printer head and bed manually it is highly recommended to home these first. -
Page 17: Uploading Your 3D Model
There are two ways to upload your models to the Xeed. You can use a portable USB device, which you can insert in the back of the printer or you can use a network connection that allows you to connect your Xeed with your computer through your network. -
Page 18: Uploading A Model From Your Computer
2.4.2 Uploading a model from your computer To upload a model from your computer you will have to connect your Xeed to your network. This can be done in two ways, either by Wi-Fi or using an Ethernet cable. For instructions see the Initial Setup chapter of this manual. -
Page 19: Start A Print
– 2.4.3 Start a print It is very easy to start a print. Just press on the printer icon on the model and the printer will start the GCODE. In the “State” field it will show the progress, time elapsed and time left (estimated). -
Page 20: The Terminal
– 2.4.4 The terminal The terminal tab shows all the communication between the printer and the software. This is useful if there is an error or the printer is not working. Advanced users can also send manual GCODE commands to the printer on this tab. -
Page 21: Making Your Print
– 2.5 Making your print You received Simplify 3D slicing software with download instructions for your PC, which allows you to “fine tune” your print settings for printing even the most complex 3D models. The Simplify 3D Software comes with an integrated Quick Start Printing Guide that walks you through the entire print process, beginning to end. - Page 22 Leapfrog is continuously testing and developing Profiles with standard print settings in order to establish the best print results and therefor might send you additional Profiles applicable to your printer which you can add to your software by clicking the “Import”...
- Page 23 – With step three you can choose your own settings to optimize print results for your personal 3D models and start exploring the 3D printing boundaries. FFF Settings shown in the picture below allow you to easily select “Medium” “High” print quality.
- Page 24 – The final step after saving your settings is to press the “Prepare” button in the left lower window to generate, save and preview your G-code. The G-code can now be uploaded by your printer through a computer connection as explained in paragraph “2.4.2.
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Page 25: After The Print
This section will explain what to do when your Xeed has finished the print job. After the print you have to wait until the Xeed goes into its home position. It will home your x- and y-axis and it will bring down your print bed, so it is easier for you to access your print. You can open the doors and take your model off the print bed;... -
Page 26: Support
In case anything in the manual is unclear and you still have some remaining questions or if you are experiencing some kind of problem with your Xeed or your prints we are there to help you. This section explains to you how to contact us with your questions so that we can help you as soon as possible. -
Page 27: Need Support
– 3.1 Need support? Of course it is possible that you run into something that was not explained in this document. Here we explain you what to do in such a case. Go to https://www.lpfrg.com/ If you cannot find the solution to your problem at Knowledgebase or on our Forum, you can always ask our support team by creating a ticket. - Page 28 –...
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Page 29: Updates
– 3.2. Updates LilyPrint has an update feature, we will run this to make sure that it is up-to-date before we start. Click on the System menu in the top bar of LilyPrint and select "Update LilyPrint", confirm the notification to start the update. Make sure you have Internet connection! (If there is no system menu and it asks for a login, username: "lily";... -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
If an error occurred in the turning off or restarting process you might see an alternative start up screen, with a black background and white instruction letters. Follow up the instructions by plugging in a keyboard in the USB port at the back of the Xeed and press the key applicable to your situation. -
Page 31: Filament Slipping
– extruder head, check again if the filament is positioned correctly in the driver gear. Sometimes you must use the “EXTRUDE”-button to push the filament through the extruder head step by step. Take your time loading the filament correctly to prevent slipping and use the “EXTRUDE”-button 3.3.4.
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