…In this chapter, I'll take you through a pre-print routine to…make sure your Replicator 2 or 2x is ready to go.…If your printer is brand new, it's best to follow the…manufacturer's instructions for unpacking and setup, before diving into the series.…The procedure we'll be following in this…chapter is a routine for every day printing.…Some of which is covered in the manual, paired…with some pro tips to keep everything working smoothly.…First, take a look at the back of the machine.…The power cable should be connected and plugged into a power outlet.…
You don't need to hook up your printer to a computer, but…if you'd like to, there's also a USB port here in the back.…Flip the switch, to power the printer on.…You'll hear a start up chime and the LCD panel will turn on.…You can use the LCD panel to start…prints, run maintenance scripts, and check your printer statistics.…Now, let's move on to the next step.…
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5/27/2014Want more? Check out Up and Running with 3D Printing for information on creating your own 3D designs to print and other 3D printing technology on the market.
Skill Level Intermediate
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Introduction
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Welcome1m 5s
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1. Introducing 3D Printing with MakerBot
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2. Getting Set Up with the Replicator 2 and 2X
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3. Getting Set Up with the Replicator 5th Generation
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4. Preparing a 3D Model
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Orienting a design3m 1s
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Printing via external media2m 42s
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Removing a print1m 23s
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5. Slicing in Depth
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Structure of a 3D print2m 29s
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When to use a raft2m 25s
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Support material1m 37s
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Exploring resolution3m 3s
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Choosing shells and infill1m 57s
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Exploring speed1m 43s
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6. Troubleshooting Problems
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Fixing leveling issues2m 28s
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Fixing scale issues1m 30s
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Fixing incorrect geometry1m 14s
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Conclusion
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Next steps23s
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