SHINING 3D Tech EINSTART-C 3D Printer User Manual

Hangzhou Shining 3D Tech Co., Ltd 3D Printer

User Manual

Einstart®-C User Manual Add: NO.1398 XIANGBIN RD. WENYAN XIAOSHAN, HANGZHOU, 311258, CHINA Website：www.shining3d.com www.3dker.cn Einstart®-C USER MANUAL HANGZHOU SHINING3D TECH CO., LTD. STOCK CODE：830978
Einstart®-C User Manual CATALOG 1 Summary ................................................................................................................................................. 1 1.1 How to use the User Manual ......................................................................................................... 1 1.2 Attention ........................................................................................................................................ 1 1.3 Product Model ............................................................................................................................... 1 2 Product Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 2 2.1 Product Appearance ..................................................................................................................... 2 2.2 Device parameters and accessories ............................................................................................. 2 2.3 Sound illustration .......................................................................................................................... 2 3 Preparation .............................................................................................................................................. 3 3.1 Hardware Installation .................................................................................................................... 3 3.2 Software Installation and Serial Number Registration ................................................................... 3 4 Using the Printer ..................................................................................................................................... 6 4.1 Slicing ........................................................................................................................................... 6 4.2 Print .............................................................................................................................................. 8 5 Software .................................................................................................................................................. 9 5.1 A detailed look at the software interface ........................................................................................ 9 5.2 Software functions ...................................................................................................................... 10 5.3 Advanced Parameters ................................................................................................................ 12 5.4 Introduction of LED Screen Button and Its Logic ........................................................................ 13 6 3Dker Platform（Website address：http://www.3dker.com/） .............................................................. 22 6.1 Model Downloading .................................................................................................................... 22 6.2 Software and Firmware Down loading. ....................................................................................... 22 7 Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................... 23 7.1 Printer Working Environment ...................................................................................................... 23 7.2 Clean Up the Printing Environment ............................................................................................. 23 7.3 Changing the Filament ................................................................................................................ 23 7.4 Loading Filament ........................................................................................................................ 23 7.5 STL File ....................................................................................................................................... 23
Einstart®-C User Manual 7.6 Set the Print Bed ......................................................................................................................... 23 7.7 Sliding Rail .................................................................................................................................. 23 7.8 Consumable Parts List ................................................................................................................ 23 8 FAQ ....................................................................................................................................................... 24 8.1. The filament is blocked .............................................................................................................. 24 8.2. Extruder height adjustment ........................................................................................................ 24 8.3. Model won’t stick to the platform. ............................................................................................... 24 8.4. Nozzle is surrounded by filament ............................................................................................... 24 8.5. 3dStar software cannot connect to the 3D printer. ..................................................................... 25 8.6. Cannot read files on USB drive .................................................................................................. 25 8.7. The extruder is blocked, forming thin strands during printing or the model is dislocated. .......... 25 8.8. Limit switch malfunction ............................................................................................................. 25 8.9 USB drive cannot be detected。 ................................................................................................. 25 Appendix： .............................................................................................................................................. 26
Einstart®-C User Manual 1 Einstart®-C User Manual 1 Summary 1.1 How to use the User Manual This User Manual is set out to explain the following; Product Introduction, Preparation, How to Use the Printer, Software Operation & Help, 3Dker Platform, Maintenance and FAQ. Please read the manual carefully before use and follow instructions when using the Einstart-C. 1.2 Attention Please consider the following information before using the printer. 1.2.1 Safety The printer is only compatible with the power supply offered by Hangzhou Shining 3D Tech Co., Ltd. Using an alternative power supply may lead to safety risks and/or damage to the printer The print head reaches temperatures of over 200°C. To minimize potential risk, keep the printer door closed during operation of the printer. It is also advisable to keep the printer door closed to reduce any outside airflow, which can affect print quality. DO NOT touch the model, print nozzle, print bed and any other part inside the printer until fully cooled to room temperature. Care must be taken during the removal of 3D printed parts. Although considered safe, the printer sends out small concentrations of vapor during printing therefore good ventilation is recommended. 1.2.2 Protection Keep the printer away from water as this may damage the printer. DO NOT cut off power supply or unplug the USB cable during printing as it may cause print failure. The printer operates at a room temperature of 5℃ to 30 ℃. Print quality may be affected if the temperature is not in this range. Shining 3D has no responsibility for any damage caused to the printer through using print material or a power supply not offered by Shining 3D. 1.3 Product Model Einstart®-C Wifi International Einstart®-C2 Wifi Domestic Within this Manual, the model is noted as the Einstart®-C when describing common functions. Any notes applying to the Einstart®-C2 will be made apparent.
Einstart®-C User Manual 2 2 Product Introduction The Einstart®-C 3D printer is easy to operate and maintain. Its basic principle is that, upon digital input, plastic is heated, melted and deposited to form the desired 3D model. The design is built up layer upon layer with each successful layer turning solid to give a finished printed model that is sturdy and durable. 2.1 Product Appearance Einstart®-C 2.2 Device parameters and accessories See Appendix. 2.3 Sound illustration The printer uses sound effects to give the user an indication of processes that are occurring e.g. Printer start-up, filament loading etc.
Einstart®-C User Manual 3 3 Preparation 3.1 Hardware Installation 3.1.1 Remove the package Unpack the inner and outer packaging and remove the cushioning foam. Use this manual and technical drawings above to learn about accessories and set-up. 3.1.2 Print bed installation Remove the print bed, open the printer door and fit it to the platform holder. Allow the magnet and positioning block to cooperate and align with one another. 3.1.3 Install the Bowden Tube Locate the transparent Bowden tube inside the printer and feed it through the central hole at the back of the printer. Then insert it in to the extruder through the blue quick connector. The Bowden tube is easily removed by pressing down on the quick connector and pulling the tube out. 3.1.4 Power Supply Connection Start by connecting the adaptor to the cable plug. Once completed, insert the cable plug in to the mains socket and connect the adaptor to the jack in the back right of the printer. 3.1.5 Turn On the Printer Once the power supply is connected, press the switch on the right side of the printer to turn on. The LCD screen display will indicate that the printer is turned on. 3.1.6 Filament Load Remove the filament packaging and cut the end of the filament at an angle with pliers or scissors to create a pointed tip. Place the filament reel on the filament holder located inside the printer on the right hand side. Then feed the filament through the hole inside the printer and into the Bowden tube until it reaches the extruder. Please refer to charter 5.4(11, 24, 25) for detailed operation. Note: For better adhesion of the 3D print to the bed, we recommend a layer of masking tape or glue stick on the print bed prior to print. 3.2 Software Installation and Serial Number Registration The slicing software, 3dStar, supports several OS including WIN7 32bit/64bit, WIN8, WIN10 and Mac OS x. The slicing software, serial port driver, serial number and selected model data can be found on the USB drive provided. Please read the “Read Me” file and software user manual carefully before installing the software.
Einstart®-C User Manual 4 3.2.1 Software Installation and Registration for Windows OS. 3.2.1.1 Steps: Open the file folder in the USB drive or download the installation software from our website. Find the Setup.exe and run it. Click “Next” to enter the below interface and click “I Agree” after reading and accepting the 3DPRINT END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT. Choose the installation path you want by clicking “Browse” and click “Install”. Upon Agreeing the license clause, click “Install” in the popup window. Complete the installation process by Clicking “Finish”.
Einstart®-C User Manual 5 Note: If you’ve installed “Microsoft Visual C++ 2013”, just click “Repair” as below picture shows. Install the FTDI CDM Drivers. Click “Extract” and operate according to the guidance given until installation is complete.
Einstart®-C User Manual 6 4 Using the Printer To obtain model data, please refer to charter 5.1 . There are also some 3D files available on the USB drive provided. 4.1 Slicing 4.1.1 For slicing, open the 3dStar software and choose corresponding device model in “setting”, “Application”. For this printer, you should choose E-c. 4.1.2 Choose the corresponding machine type. For this printer, you should choose E-C.Click the folder icon to open and load an .stl file as the below picture demonstrates.
Einstart®-C User Manual 7 4.1.3 The 3dStar software allows users to view, move, rotate and scale their 3D model according to requirements. To zoom in and out, use the scroll wheel on the mouse. To rotate around your model, left-click and drag. To pan across your model, right-click and drag. 4.1.4 Click the settings icon on the top right of the screen to make any necessary adjustments to your 3D model. See charter 5.1, 5.2 and 5.3 for detailed information on software and print settings. Click the generator icon to generate path in .gsd format once you have confirmed your settings.
Einstart®-C User Manual 8 4.1.5 The sliced file is stored in the same folder as the original STL file. Copy the GSD file on to USB flash drive. Note: When saving your file, the file name should avoid special characters and contain English characters and numbers only. 4.2 Print 4.2.1 For set-up, refer to section 3.1. 4.2.2 Refer to the below steps for print operation. For further detail on the LCD touch screen, please refer to section 5.4
Einstart®-C User Manual 9 5 Software 5.1 A detailed look at the software interface Model saving path: After 3dStar loads the model, you can see the model stored location in this area. Additionally, the sliced data path for printing will be stored in the same location. Menu：The menu of 3dStar contains File, Edit, View, Print, Tools and Help. Model preview area：Check the model in this area after loading successfully. Model edit area：View, move, rotate and scale up/down the model. Fast print setting：In 3dStar, users can conveniently load file, generate path (parameters will be the same as your previous print) and print after generating (only when printer is online). Print parameter information： Check and edit the slicing parameters in detail. Model advanced edit switch：Allows the user to switch display once the model is loaded successfully. Click to switch to the advanced edit interface. Model/Path viewer switch： Click the arrow on the right to open and check model and path information.
Einstart®-C User Manual 10 5.2 Software functions No. Position in Software Legend Submenu Description 1 Menu- File New Clear current model Open… Open local STL file Add… Add new model to current model Recent Files Link to recently opened files Save Save current model Save As Save current model as other position Exit Exit 3dStar 2 Menu- Edit Select All Select all models Copy Copy selected model Paste Paste copied model Delete Delete selected model Layout Optimal layout for current model View View model from different views Move Move model from X,Y, or Z direction Rotate Rotate model around X,Y, or Z axis Scale Up/Down Scale up or down the model 3 Menu- Print Start/Stop Print Start/Stop print. Print cannot resume if stop Pause/Resume Print Pause or resume printing
Einstart®-C User Manual 11 Building Status Check the status of current print Generate Path Slice current model and generate path 4 Menu- Tool Select Machine Select online machine Machine Calibration Calibrate the machine Firmware Update Detect firmware update Manager for STL File Manage local STL file Manager for Machine Manage machine Manager for Material Manage material Path Viewer View the generated path Setting Settings for generator and machine Language Select language 5 Menu- Help Version Check current software version About More information
Einstart®-C User Manual 12 5.3 Advanced Parameters 5.3.1 Path Generator The use of “basic setting” is normally sufficient. We suggest you generate path with our default parameters since improper changes could lead to print failure or extruder blockage. 5.3.1.1 Print Mode Simple: 0.4mm layer thickness； Fast: 0.3mm layer thickness； Standard: 0.3mm layer thickness； Quality: 0.15mm layer thickness； Extreme: 0.1mm layer thickness； 5.3.1.2 Support Null Support: No support when generating path. Outer Support: “Outer Support” creates support where the support structure is printed directly on the raft or platform (when printing without raft).
Einstart®-C User Manual 13 Full Support：Both outer and inner support when generating path. “Inner Support” means support is created on the model surface. Add Raft: When generating path, the software will generate a raft for your model, which can secure the model effectively and compensate height variance. Thin-wall: When generating path, the software will create a shell structure rather than infill. It will also close the bottom of the model but not the top. Peel off Factor: Users can adjust the distance between model and raft by changing this factor. It is a ratio related to layer thickness. For example, if layer thickness is 0.2 mm and peel off factor is 2, the distance between the model and raft is 0.4 mm. Extruder Temperature: Temperature the nozzle will reach when printing. We suggest you set this value based on the requirement of the material used. Print once generated: Once the path is generated and the machine is ready, the printer will automatically begin printing. 5.4 Introduction of LED Screen Button and Its Logic No. Interface Pic. Function Button function Logic 1 Choose Language language selection is required during initial set up. Language Choosing Skip to 2 2 WIFI Connection Connect to WIFI or not. Skip to 3 Skip to 11
Einstart®-C User Manual 14 3 WIFI Checking Searching for available WIFI or trying to connect to the WIFI used previously. Skip automatically Skip to 4 4 WIFI List A list of available WIFI is generated. Scroll using the arrows“∧” and “∨”. Refresh the list Skip to 11 5 Input WIFI Password Enter the password using the keyboard. Skip to 6 or 7 Skip to 4 6 WIFI Connection succeeds WIFI is connected successfully. Skip to 8 7 WIFI Connection fails WIFI connection has failed. Skip to 5
Einstart®-C User Manual 15 8 Firmware updates The printer is checking that the firmware is up to date. Skip automatically Skip to 9 9 Updating page The printer updates firmware automatically if it detects updates are available. DO NOT turn off the printer during updating! restart will occur automatically if updates are successful. Skip automatically Skip to 10 10 Welcome Page This is displayed once the printer is prepared and ready for use. Click any area on the screen to skip to the home page. Any area Skip to 11 11 HOME Page Home Page. You can select any function button to enter its interface. Skip to 12 Skip to 24 Skip to 29 12 Printing Selection Select model source for printing. Skip to 13 Skip to 14 or 15
Einstart®-C User Manual 16 Local default model Skip to 11 13 Printing Confirma--tion Select a model file for printing. Skip to 17 or 18 Skip to 24 Skip to 12 14 USB drive file list When the USB drive is plugged in, this interface will allow you to select a model from the USB drive to print. Select any model in the list Skip to 16 Skip to 12 15 USB undetected If the USB drive is not plugged in or cannot be detected, this will be displayed. Skip to 12 16 Copying File Copying model file to the device. Finish copying Skip to 13 Skip to 14 17 Leveling print bed After printing has begun, this display can be seen Skip automatically Skip to 18 or 19
Einstart®-C User Manual 17 during bed level checking. Skip to 14 18 Printer Heating Up Displayed during the print head heating process. Skip automatically Skip to 20 Skip to 14 19 Bed Error If an error occurs during bed auto leveling , this display will be seen. Skip to 17 22 Printing Printing in process. Pause current printing Skip to 23 Stop current printing Skip to 23 23 Stop current printing confirmation. Skip to 11 Skip to 22 24 Printing Paused Printing Paused display. Various printing processes can be managed at this stage. Skip to 25 Skip to 12 Skip to 22
Einstart®-C User Manual 18 25 Filament Management Manage filament, you can select to load or unload filament here. Skip to 26 Skip to 26 Skip to 11 26 Printer Heating Up This display can be seen during the print head heating process. Skip automatically Skip to 27 or 28 Skip to 25 27 Filament loading When the print head reaches loading temperature, this display indicates that you can insert filament. Skip to 25 28 Filament Unloading When the print head reaches unloading temperature, this display indicates that the Printer is reversing filament. Skip automatically Skip to 29 29 Ready to unload Follow screen prompts for loading of filament. Skip to 25 30 Skip to 31 Skip to 14
Einstart®-C User Manual 19 Settings Select Settings on the HOME page to change various parameters. Skip to 32 Skip to 33 Skip to 34 Skip to 36 Skip to 37 Currently Nonfictional Mute or not Unlock door Currently Nonfictional Skip to last page or 11 To next page 31 Motor Control Control the axial motor. XYZ motor control buttons Control motor Skip to 30 32 Print head Offset Change the print head offset. Increase or decrease offset
Einstart®-C User Manual 20 Skip to 30 33 About Printer Firmware/software version and total printing time. Skip to 8 Skip to 30 34 Preheat A Allows user to preheat. Skip to 35 Skip to 30 35 Preheat B Preheat temperature setting. Change target temp Save target temp Stop preheat Skip to 34 36 Factory Reset Allows user to reset the printer to default settings. Reset to factory setting Skip to 30
Einstart®-C User Manual 21 37 Touch screen locate Relocate touch screen area. Skip automatically Skip to 10
Einstart®-C User Manual 22 6 3Dker Platform（Website address：http://www.3dker.com/） 6.1 Model Downloading Visit the 3Dker platform where you can find and download 3D model data designed by other users or designers. 6.2 Software and Firmware Down loading. Click “Tools” in the top menu to enter downloading page and select “3D printer”. Scroll down the page and download the newest software, firmware and user manual on the below page.
Einstart®-C User Manual 23 7 Maintenance 7.1 Printer Working Environment Make sure the printer is set on a stable flat surface. Do not interfere with moving parts during the printing process. Please hold the print bed securely when turning the printer off in the occurrence the bed drops with loss of power. 7.2 Clean Up the Printing Environment Dust may cause jamming on the sliding rail，which in turn may lead to poorer quality printing. We recommend cleaning the Nozzle weekly. Follow instructions on our 3DKer website under “Maintenance”. 7.3 Changing the Filament Filament should be changed when there is around 20 cm filament left or before using the unload command. 7.4 Loading Filament Make sure the print head reaches loading temperature before inserting filament. The tip of the filament should be straight and sharp. 7.5 STL File “3Dstar” slicing software supports STL format only. 7.6 Set the Print Bed The print bed should be orientated and set correctly. Make sure the print bed surface is flat and clean. We recommend carrying out the auto levelling process regularly, particularly when printing often. 7.7 Sliding Rail Lubricating grease should be add to the sliding rail annually. 7.8 Consumable Parts List # Parts photo Parts name Normal life cycle 1 Tube 3 months 2 Nozzle 3 months 3 Heat block 3 months
Einstart®-C User Manual 24 4 Heat rod 3 months 5 Thermistor 3 months 8 FAQ 8.1. The filament is blocked Problem: A skipping sound is heard during printing or the loading of filament. Solution: First, unload the filament and ensure the tip is even before reloading. If this does not solve the problem, please take apart the extruder and clean. 8.2. Extruder height adjustment Problem: During printing, either the first layer is not flat and wide but appears as a thin spiraled line or the extruder touches the print bed. Solution: If the distance between the print bed and head is more than 2mm, the extruder height needs to be adjusted. (Refer to section 5.3.4). 8.3. Model won’t stick to the platform. Problem: The edges of the model are warped or are becoming unstuck when printing. Solution: Apply a thin layer of glue stick evenly on the platform. It is also worth considering a reduction in strip rate or an increase in nozzle temperature (+-5~10℃). Strip rate ranges from 1.8 to 2.6, a lower strip rate generally results in better adhesion. Nozzle temperature ranges from 195℃ to 230℃, a higher temperature generally results in better adhesion. 8.4. Nozzle is surrounded by filament Problem: The filament has gathered around the nozzle. Solution: Remove the extruder cover and press the load button to heat the printer head. Remove the cooling protective cover once the filament has softened. Finally, remove the filament using tweezers (Please
Einstart®-C User Manual 25 refer to the video or document instruction named “Clean nozzle”.). Reason: The filament has failed to stick to the model or platform and as such has gathered round the nozzle. 8.5. 3dStar software cannot connect to the 3D printer. Problem: Error message indicating lack of connection to the printer or printer not registered. Solution: Refer to section 6.1.2 and if the problem still exists, please contact support. 8.6. Cannot read files on USB drive Problem: error message indicating no file in drive or no USB drive found. Solution: The Einstart®-C is capable of reading .gsd files only，Make sure you have the right file format. 8.7. The extruder is blocked, forming thin strands during printing or the model is dislocated. Solution: (1) Clean the filament and check whether the nozzle is blocked. (2) Load filament again. (3) Shut down the printer and check whether the X axis and Y axis move normally. (4) Attempt to print the model again to determine if there are further problems. Reason: (1) Poor quality filament may cause the extruder to become blocked. (2)The nozzle is knocking in to the model causing dislocation (3)The nozzle is blocked. (4) The temperature sensor is broken. (5)The cooling fan is not working. 8.8. Limit switch malfunction Problem: A loud knocking noise may indicate the limit switch is broken. Solution: Change limit switch (Refer to the video and document). Reason: The limit switch may have been broken when cleaning residual filament or during transportation of the printer 8.9 USB drive cannot be detected。 Problem: USB drive is not detected once plugged in to the printer Solution: Restart the device or re-insert the USB drive. Make sure you are using a USB drive instead of USB reader + SD card.
Einstart®-C User Manual 26 Appendix： 1. List of Product and Accessories Einstart®-C Einstart®-C 3d Printer 1 unit Power Supply(Output 19V/4.95A） 1 PCS USB cable 1 PCS Bowden tube 1 PCS 3D printing Material 2 reels Print bed 1 PCS USB flash drive (4G) 1 PCS
Einstart®-C User Manual 27 Scraper 1 PCS User manual 1 PCS Handy tool 1 PCS
Einstart®-C User Manual 28 2. Parameter of the Printer
Einstart®-C User Manual 29 FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
Einstart®-C User Manual 30 More information please join our WeChat by scanning below QR code Company Desktop 3D printer department 3Dker Hangzhou Shining3D Tech Co., Ltd. Add: NO.1398 XIANGBIN RD. WENYAN XIAOSHAN, HANGZHOU , 311258, P.R. CHINA Zip code： 311258 Working time：8:30-17：30 Tel：0571-83821911 Tax：0571-82999510 Technical support: QQ：1984522360 Skype: shining_support e-mail：aftersales@shining3d.com Website：http://www.shining3d.com
Einstart®-C User Manual 31 Copyright This document is copyrighted and contains proprietary information that is the property of Hangzhou Shining 3D Tech Co., Ltd. The user does not have the right to copy, reproduce, or translate this document in any way or to any media without the prior written consent of Hangzhou Shining 3D Tech Co., Ltd. Disclaimer This user manual is an instruction for installation, operation, and maintenance, but not product warranty. All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information in this manual. However, Shining 3D Tech Co., Ltd accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions contained in the documentation and reserves the right to explain and revise the publishing and fault of this manual. The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

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