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 ====== How to Use the DASL 3D Printers ======
-**Author:** <Your Name> Email: santiago.r.ricoy@gmail.com
+**Author:** Santiago Ricoy Email: santiago.r.ricoy@gmail.com
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 **Date:** Last modified on 01/11/24
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-The photo above depicts our DASL 3D printers including models such as Pacman, Holiday, Zigzag, and Dave. These printers are essential for creating physical models from digital designs. Understanding how to use these printers effectively is crucial for successful 3D printing projects. This tutorial provides step-by-step instructions and takes approximately 2 hours to complete.
+The photo above depicts our DASL 3D printers including models such as Pacman, Holiday, Zigzag, and Dave. These printers are essential for creating physical models from digital designs. Understanding how to use these printers effectively is crucial for successful 3D printing projects. This tutorial provides step-by-step instructions and takes approximately 30 minutes to complete.
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 ===== Motivation and Audience =====
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-This tutorial is designed to assist beginners and those unfamiliar with Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D print settings in using the DASL 3D printers effectively. It assumes the reader has basic knowledge of 3D modeling and an interest in 3D printing.
+This tutorial is designed to assist beginners and those unfamiliar with Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D print settings in using the DASL 3D printers effectively. It assumes the reader has the following experience:
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   * Basic understanding of 3D modeling
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   * Familiarity with computer operation and software installation
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 The rest of this tutorial is presented as follows:
-  * Parts List and Sources
-  * Setup and Configuration
+  * [[#Parts List and Sources|Parts List and Sources]]
-  * Slicing and Printing
+  * [[#Setup|Setup and Configuration]]
-  * Post-Printing Process
+  * [[#Slicing and Printing|Slicing and Printing]]
+  * [[#Configure Print Settings|Configure Print Settings]]
+  * [[#Safety measures:|Safety measures]]
+  * [[#Post-Printing Process|Post-Printing Process]]
+  * [[#Troubleshooting (to be updated as issues arise) | Troubleshooting (to be updated as issues arise]]
+  * [[#Final Words|Final Words]]
+You can place this list at the beginning of your DokuWiki page. When users click on these links, they will be taken to the corresponding section within your tutorial.
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 ==== Parts List and Sources ====
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-The primary resource needed for this tutorial is the OrcaSlicer software, which can be downloaded from [[https://github.com/SoftFever/OrcaSlicer/releases/|OrcaSlicer's release page]].
+The primary resources needed for this tutorial include the OrcaSlicer software and specific printer profiles. The details are outlined in the table below:
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+^ Resource ^ Description ^ Source ^
+| OrcaSlicer Software | Software for 3D printing slicing and management | [[https://github.com/SoftFever/OrcaSlicer/releases/|OrcaSlicer's release page]] |
+| Printer Profiles Package | .zip package containing the printer profiles needed for access | Provided by another lab member |
+| WiFi and Octoprint Credentials | Username and passwords for the WiFi and Octoprint logins | Provided by another lab member |
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 ==== Setup ====
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 **Step 1: Launch OrcaSlicer**
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-  * Open the OrcaSlicer software on your computer.\\
+  * Open the OrcaSlicer software on your computer.
+  * OrcaSlicer will ask for the addition of specific printer models as part of the first setup.
+  * The printers that <color #22b14c>MUST be selected (by clicking the checkbox under them) are the CR-10 (V2) and QIDI X-Max (the first version)</color>
+  * It would also likely benefit the user to check the boxes for the Generic Marlin and Generic Klipper printers.
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   * Download and import the provided printer profiles ("printer_profiles.zip").
-  * Use the 'Import Configs' feature in OrcaSlicer to load these profiles.
+  * Extract the contents of the given .zip file into a folder
+  * Use the 'Import Configs' feature in OrcaSlicer to open in the import dialogue.
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+  * Select all of the configs in the folder you extracted to (CTRL+A works well here) and click "Open" to continue the import process.
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 **Step 2: Printer Overview**
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-  * Familiarize yourself with our CR-10 printers: Pacman, Holiday, Zigzag, and Dave.
+  * Familiarize yourself with our CR-10 printers. From left to right in the photo: Pacman, Holiday, Zigzag, and Dave.
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   * Note that the Taz Workhorse will have its own dedicated section. This general guide will work well for the Creality CR-10 V2 and V3 models, and are currently set to match the correct nozzle size for each.
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   * **Filament Type:**
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   * Use a glue stick for PETG on glass plates but avoid using PETG on PEI coated sheets due to the risk of damage.
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   * **Printing Profile (listed as "Process"):**
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   * Choose the appropriate custom DASL profile for your filament and printer combination. Example: "0.20mm Layers CR10V3 PETG (0.4mm Nozzle) without Supports".
-  * These profiles are pre-configured for materials like PLA, PETG, ABS, or ASA, without support structures. Supports can be enabled in the "Support" section if needed.
+  * These profiles are pre-configured for materials like PLA and PETG at the time of writing. These are given without support structures, which you can enable in the "Support" section of the print settings if needed.
   * The settings should work for most materials when chosen accordingly, and layer heights can be adjusted as needed.
+  * <fc #ff0000>It is highly recommended that the user stick to the DASL profiles given as they are made to work consistently. If they do not work, then they must be modified for ease of future printing.</fc>
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 **Step 7: Connect to the Printer**
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-  * Log in to the 'Device' tab with provided credentials.
+  * Be sure you are connected to the 3D printer wifi router. The ID at this time is "daslprint3d" and if you are authorized you'll be given the password.
-  * Select the correct printer from the list.
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+  * Log in to the 'Device' tab within Orca, using the provided username and password you received from other lab members.
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+  * Select the correct printer from the list. If using Pacman for example, "/dev/octo_pacman/" is the correct printer.
+  * Do not be worried that the "Zigzag" <fc #ff0000>profile</fc> is selected within Octoprint. This has nothing to do with your actual print settings within Orca slicer.
+  * Additionally, do not worry if the web cam feed is on the wrong printer, this is still being resolved.
 **Step 8: Starting the Print**
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   * Use appropriate tools and techniques depending on the build plate type (glass or PEI coated steel).
+==== Troubleshooting (to be updated as issues arise) ====
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+If you have issues connecting to Octoprint, look at your printer and click the connections icon (commonly called the wifi symbol), then click "Browse".
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+Your system might ask if you want to allow Orca to access the network. Say "yes" to this, and then it should work.
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+If network problems persist, please consult the current standing 3D print room manager (at the moment this is Thomas McNulty).
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 ==== Final Words ====
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