Print from USB using
There are two options to print your 3D model via USB - using the onboard slicing functionality on the touchscreen or by saving the sliced file directly onto the USB.
Option 1. Printing from a USB with Robo R2 and Robo C2 (after file has been sliced)
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Copy the GCODE file onto a USB drive.
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Eject USB drive from computer.
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Insert USB drive into the USB port on the front of the printer.
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Select files from the touchscreen.
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Then, select USB Storage.
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Select the icon on the top right corner for more options.
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Here are all of the options. Click on SELECT ITEMS TO EDIT.
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Select the file that you want to print. Press the top right check mark.
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Select COPY ITEMS. Press the top right check mark.
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Save your file locally on the printer by pressing the top right check mark.
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File is now saved onto your printer. Select the file.
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Press START and your print will begin.
Option 2. Printing from a USB with Robo R2 and Robo C2 using onboard slicing
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Find a 3D model that you would like to print. Ensure the STL file is saved on your computer.
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Copy the STL file onto a USB drive.
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Eject USB drive from computer.
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Insert USB drive into the USB port on the front of the printer.
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Select files from the touchscreen.
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Then, select USB Storage.
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Select the file you would like to slice.
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Press START to begin slicing your file.
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Select support setting. Click top right arrow to continue.
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Select which bed adhesion that is appropriate for your print.
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Select print quality (standard is .15mm).
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Select infill settings.
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Now, select print material (PLA is only for C2 & R2 while R2 has option to print ABS).
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Choose the standard material settings or to edit the temperature for the print bed (R2 only) or extruder nozzle.
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Select the appropriate print cooling for the material type.
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Print will begin slicing.
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Once slicing is complete, you have the option to save the file onto your printer. Save the file by selecting the top right check mark.
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The file is now saved to your printer. Select the file.
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Press start and your print will begin.