Monoprice MP Education Guider II User Manual

MP Education Guider II 3D Printer

P/N 30527

User's Manual

CONTENTS

SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES ....................................................................................................................................... 5

CUSTOMER SERVICE .................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

PACKAGE CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................................................................. 6

PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................................................. 8

Front View...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Top View .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Right Side View ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Rear View ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9

OSD MENU SYSTEM .................................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Top Menu ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9

Build Menu ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Print Menu.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Print Progress Screen ......................................................................................................................................................................... 10

More Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11

Preheat Menu ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 11

Preheat Temperature Screen ...................................................................................................................................................... 12

Preheating Screen ................................................................................................................................................................................. 12

Tools Menu .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13

Manual Adjustment Screen .......................................................................................................................................................... 13

Setting Menu ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 14

Status Screen ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 15

About Screen ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 15

WiFi Screen .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 16

WLan Hotspot Screen ........................................................................................................................................................................ 17

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Setup WLAN Hotspot Screen ..................................................................................................................................................... 17

UNPACKING ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18

HARDWARE ASSEMBLY ........................................................................................................................................................................ 20

LOADING FILAMENT ................................................................................................................................................................................. 21

UNLOADING FILAMENT ........................................................................................................................................................................ 22

BUILD PLATE LEVELING ......................................................................................................................................................................... 24

MP FLASHPRINT SOFTWARE ............................................................................................................................................................ 26

Installation .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 26

Initial Setup ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 27

Main Interface Overview ............................................................................................................................................................... 28

Loading a File ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 29

Generating a Model ............................................................................................................................................................................ 30

Changing Views ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 32

Model Manipulation ........................................................................................................................................................................... 34

Supports ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 36

Printing a Model .................................................................................................................................................................................... 38

File Menu ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 41

Edit Menu ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 42

Print Menu................................................................................................................................................................................................... 43

View Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 43

Tools Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 44

Help Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 46

CONNECTING THE PRINTER ................................................................................................................................................................ 46

USB Connection ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 46

WLAN Hotspot Connection ........................................................................................................................................................ 47

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Wi-Fi Connection ................................................................................................................................................................................. 48

UPDATING THE FIRMWARE ................................................................................................................................................................ 49

PRINTING ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 50

Generating Gcode ................................................................................................................................................................................ 50

SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 53

TECHNICAL SUPPORT .............................................................................................................................................................................. 54

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ............................................................................................................................................................. 54

Notice for FCC ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 54

Notice for Industry Canada .......................................................................................................................................................... 55

EU Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................................................................................... 55

WEEE Information ................................................................................................................................................................................ 56

Safety Notice ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 57

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SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES

Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra attention to these

safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

 Take care to avoid touching hot parts, including heat blocks, extruder nozzle, and

the extruded filament.

 Do not wear gloves when operating or repairing to avoid entanglement.
 Keep the printer and all accessories out of reach of children.
 Do not remove or disconnect the USB cable when printing from a computer.
 Do not force or tear anything during unpacking and setup. This may cause damage

to the printer and/or its accessories.

 Do not reach inside the printer during operation.
 Always allow the printer and extruded filament to cool before reaching inside.
 Ensure that the printer is turned off and unplugged from its power source before

making repairs or performing service.

 Do not install this device on an unstable surface where it could fall and cause either

personal injury or damage to the device and/or other equipment.

 Do not subject the product to extreme force, shock, or fluctuations in temperature

or humidity.

 This device is intended for indoor use only.
 Do not expose this device to water or moisture of any kind. Do not place drinks or

other containers with moisture on or near the device. If moisture does get in or on

the device, immediately unplug it from the power outlet and allow it to fully dry

before reapplying power.

 Do not touch the device, the power cord, or any other connected cables with wet

hands.

 Use only in a well-ventilated area. Do not use in close, confined spaces.
 Prior to operation, check the unit and power cord for physical damage. Do not use if

physical damage has occurred.

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 Before plugging the unit into a power outlet, ensure that the outlet provides the

1x 3D printer

1x Spool filament

1x User's manual

1x Thank you card

same type and level of power required by the device.

 Unplug this device from the power source when not in use.
 Take care to prevent damage to the power cord. Do not allow it to become

crimped, pinched, walked on, or become tangled with other cords. Ensure that the

power cord does not present a tripping hazard.

 Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the connector

head or adapter body.

CUSTOMER SERVICE

The Monoprice Customer Service department is dedicated to ensuring that your ordering,

purchasing, and delivery experience is second to none. If you have any problem with your

order, please give us an opportunity to make it right. You can contact a Monoprice

Customer Service representative through the Live Chat link on our website

www.monoprice.com during normal business hours (Mon-Fri: 5am-7pm PT, Sat-Sun: 9am-

6pm PT) or via email at [e-mail]

PACKAGE CONTENTS

Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have all the items listed

below. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Monoprice Customer Service for a

replacement.

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1x Warning card

1x Lid

1x AC power cord

1x USB cable

1x USB stick

1x Spool holder

1x Filament guide

tube

1x Phillips

screwdriver

1x Allen wrench set

1x Package grease

1x Unclogging pin

tool

1x Wrench

1x Solid glue

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Front View

1. Touch screen

2. Touch screen button

3. Nozzle

4. Z-axis guide rod

5. Build plate

6. Leveling knob

Top View

7. Extruder

8. X-axis guide rod

9. Filament intake

10. Spring presser

Right Side View

11. Ethernet input

12. USB cable input

13. USB stick input

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Rear View

14. Filament detector

15. Power switch

16. Power input

OSD MENU SYSTEM

Top Menu

The Top Menu is displayed after the printer is powered on and initialized.

 Touch the Build button to enter the

Build Menu.

 Touch the Preheat button to enter the

Preheat Menu.

 Touch the Tools button to enter the

Tools Menu.

Build Menu

The Build Menu is displayed by touching the Build button from the Top Menu.

 Touch the Internal Memory button to

read the print file from internal memory.

 Touch the USB Stick button to read the

print file from the USB stick.

 Touch the Back button to return to the

previous menu.

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Print Menu

The Print Menu is displayed after selecting a print file from internal memory or the memory

stick. The print filename is displayed along with an estimate of the amount of time the

print process will consume.

 Touch the Build button to start printing

the loaded print file.

 Touch the Copy button to copy the

loaded print file.

 Touch the Delete button to delete the

loaded print file.

 Touch the Back button to return to the

previous menu.

Print Progress Screen

The Print Progress Screen is displayed while printing is in progress. It shows the print

filename, the actual and target temperatures, and the print progress with the remaining

time displayed.

 Touch the Stop button to cancel the

print in progress.

 Touch the Pause button to pause the

print. Touch it again to resume printing.

 Touch the More button to display the

More Menu.

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More Menu

The More Menu is displayed by touching the More button on the Print Progress Screen.

 Touch the Filament button to change

filament during printing. Note that the

print must be paused first.

 Touch the Back button to return to the

Print Progress screen.

Preheat Menu

The Preheat Menu is displayed by touching the Preheat button on the Top Menu.

 Touch the button next to the Extruder

label to turn extruder heating on or off.

 Touch the button next to the Platform

label to turn platform heating on or off.

 Touch the Temperature buttons to set

the target extruder or platform

temperature. The default target

extruder temperature is 220°C and 110°C for the platform.

 Touch the Start button to start preheating the extruder and/or platform.
 Touch the Back button to return to the previous menu.

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Preheat Temperature Screen

The Preheat Temperature Screen is displayed by touching one of the Temperature buttons

on the Preheat Menu.

 Touch an individual digit to select the

digit to change.

 Touch the - button to decrease the

value of the highlighted digit.

 Touch the + button to increase the

value of the highlighted digit.

 Touch the Yes button to save the displayed temperature value and return to the

previous screen.

 Touch the No button to cancel any changes and return to the previous screen.

Preheating Screen

The Preheating Screen is displayed during the preheating process. It displays the

preheating progress, as well as the actual and target temperatures.

 Touch the Abort button to abort the

preheating process.

 Touch the Back button to return to the

previous screen.

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Tools Menu

The Tools Menu is displayed by touching the Tools button on the Top Menu.

 Touch the Filament button to load or

unload filament.

 Touch the Level button to level the

build plate.

 Touch the Home button to move the

extruder to the home position.

 Touch the Manual button to display the

Manual Adjustment Screen.

 Touch the Setting button to display the Setting Menu.
 Touch the Status button to display the Printer Status Screen.
 Touch the About button to display About Screen.
 Touch the Back button to return to the previous menu.

Manual Adjustment Screen

The Manual Adjustment Screen displays the X and Y positions of the extruder and the Z

position of the build plate.

 Touch the X+ button to move the

extruder to the right.

 Touch the X- button to move the

extruder to the left.

 Touch the Y+ button to move the

extruder towards the back of the

printer.

 Touch the Y- button to move the extruder towards the front of the printer.
 Touch the Z+ button to raise the build plate.

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 Touch the Z- button to lower the build plate.
 Touch the Back button to return to the previous menu.

Setting Menu

The Setting Menu is displayed by touching the Setting button on the Tools Menu.

 Touch the Language label to select the

language for the OSD Menu System.

 Touch the Resume Print button to

enable or disable print resuming.

 Touch the WiFi label to display the WiFi

Screen.

 Touch the WLan hotspot label to

display the WLan Hotspot Screen.

 Touch the Down button to display the

second page of the Setting Menu.

 Touch the Back button to return to the

previous menu.

 Touch the Polar Cloud Connection label

to enable or disable the polar cloud

connection feature.

 Touch the Extruder Calibration label to

adjust the distance between the nozzle

and the build plate.

 Touch the Startup Sound label to turn

the startup sound on or off.

 Touch the Filament Check button to enable or disable filament checking.
 Touch the Light Bar Control option to turn light bar control on or off.

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 Touch the Factory Reset label to reset the printer's settings to their factory default

values.

 Touch the Update label to update the printer's firmware.
 Touch the Up button to display the first page of the Setting Menu.
 Touch the Back button to return to the previous menu.

Status Screen

The Status Screen is displayed by touching the

Status button on the Tools Menu. It displays

the real-time status of the printer.

 Touch the Back button to return to the

previous menu.

About Screen

The About Screen is displayed by touching the

About button on the Tools Menu. It displays

basic information about the printer.

 Touch the License button to display the

License information.

 Touch the Back button to return to the

previous menu.

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WiFi Screen

The WiFi Screen is displayed by touching the WiFi label on the Setting Screen. The Wi-Fi®

function allows you to connect the Guider II to a local Wi-Fi Access Point (AP)/hotspot, i.e.,

the one your computer is normally connected with. You can then connect to the printer in

MP FlashPrint in Station Mode (STA) without changing your computer's network settings

 Touch the WiFi button to enable or

disable Wi-Fi.

 When Wi-Fi is enabled, touch the name

of the Wi-Fi network to select it.

 Touch the Up button to display the

previous page of the Wi-Fi network list.

 Touch the Down button to display the

next page of the Wi-Fi network list.

 Touch the Back button to return to the

previous menu.

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WLan Hotspot Screen

The WLan Hotspot Screen is displayed by touching the WLan hotspot label on the Setting

Menu. The MP Guider II printer contains a built-in Wi-Fi® radio, which can be configured as

a Wi-Fi Access Point (AP)/hotspot. You can then connect to the printer in MP FlashPrint by

changing the Wi-Fi connection on your computer to the Wi-Fi address of the printer.

 Touch the WLAN hotspot button to

enable or disable the WLAN hotspot.

 Touch the Setup WLAN hotspot button

to display the Setup WLAN Hotspot

Screen.

 Touch the Back button to return to the

previous menu.

Setup WLAN Hotspot Screen

The Setup WLAN Hotspot Screen is displayed by touching the Setup WLAN hotspot

button on the WLan Hotspot Screen.

 Touch the SSID name field to set the

WLAN hotspot name.

 Touch the Password field to set the

WLAN hotspot password.

 Touch the Save button to save the

settings.

 Touch the Back button to return to the

previous menu.

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UNPACKING

1. Place the box on a flat, clean work surface.

2. Open the box. Remove the two pieces of styrofoam packing, then lift the printer

out of the box and place it on the work surface.

3. In the bottom of the carton you can find a spool of filament, the spool holder, a

power cord, a USB cable, a filament guide tube, a glue stick, and a tool bag

containing a USB stick, two Allen wrenches, a stamping wrench, an unclogging tool,

a package of grease, and a screwdriver.

4. Remove the plastic wrap from the outside of the printer.

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5. Remove the styrofoam packing from the top of the printer.

6. Cut the four zip ties that hold the guide rods in place. Manually move the extruder

to ensure that it moves freely along the guide rods.

7. Remove the top cover from inside the printer.

Congratulations, you have successfully unpacked your new printer!

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HARDWARE ASSEMBLY

Perform the following steps to perform final assembly.

1. Insert the tab on the filament holder into the hole on the back of the printer, as

shown in the images below.

2. Place the spool of filament on the filament holder. Thread filament through the

filament detecting mechanism on the rear of the printer.

3. Feed the filament through the filament guide tube.

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4. Insert the filament guide tube into the filament detection mechanism.

5. Ensure the power switch is in the OFF position. Plug one end of the included power

cord into the power input on the printer, then plug the other end into a nearby AC

power outlet.

LOADING FILAMENT

Perform the following steps to load filament into your 3D printer.

1. Flip the power switch on the printer to the ON position.

2. Wait for the printer to stabilize, then touch the Tools button on the Top Menu.

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3. Touch the Filament button, then touch the Load button. The printer will start

heating the extruder and platform.

4. Once the target temperature is reached, the printer will beep to let you know it is

ready for the next step. Insert the filament into the filament intake hole on the top

of the extruder.

5. Continue pushing filament into the extruder until filament starts to come out of the

nozzle, then touch the Done button.

Congratulations, you have successfully loaded filament into your printer!

UNLOADING FILAMENT

Perform the following steps to unload filament from the printer.

1. Flip the power switch on the printer to the ON position.

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2. Wait for the printer to stabilize, then touch the Tools button on the Top Menu.

3. Touch the Filament button, then touch the Unload button. The printer will start

heating the extruder and platform.

4. Once the target temperature is reached, the printer will beep to let you know it is

ready for the next step. Hold the spring presser down, then push down on the

filament for three seconds before pulling the filament out of the extruder. Do not

use force in removing the filament.

Congratulations, you have successfully uninstalled filament from your printer!

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BUILD PLATE LEVELING

The Guider II features a 3-point intelligent leveling system, which gives clear and

comprehensive feedback. There are three, spring-loaded knobs under the build plate.

Turning the knobs counterclockwise (when viewed from above) increases the distance

between the build plate and the extruder nozzle. Turning them clockwise (when viewed

from above), decreases the distance between the build plate and the extruder nozzle.

Perform the following steps to level the build plate.

1. With the printer powered ON, touch the Tools button on the Top Menu.

2. Touch the Level button, then wait while the Extruder and Build Plate finish their

initial movements.

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3. Turn the three spring-loaded knobs under the Build Plate counterclockwise until

you cannot turn them anymore, then touch the OK button.

4. Wait while the printer checks the distance between the build plate and the

extruder nozzle at the first leveling point.

5. Turn the knob under the leveling point clockwise (when viewed from above), until

the printer beeps.

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6. Touch the Verify button. The printer will check the distance again.

7. If the distance is correct, touch the OK button to proceed to the next leveling point.

If not, follow the onscreen instructions until the distance is correct and the OK

button is displayed.

8. Continue following the onscreen instructions until all three points are properly

leveled and the Completed Screen is displayed. Touch the Finish button to

complete the leveling process.

Congratulations, you have successfully leveled the Build Plate!

MP FLASHPRINT SOFTWARE

Installation

The Guider II 3D printer uses MP FlashPrint slicing software to create print files or to print

directly from the computer via a wired USB or wireless connection. MP FlashPrint is

available for Microsoft® Windows® and Linux®, in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions, as well as

Apple® Mac® OS X®. The MP FlashPrint installation packages can be found on the included

USB stick.

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Once you have located the software installation package, run the application and follow

the onscreen installation instructions.

Initial Setup

Once MP FlashPrint has been installed, double-click the application shortcut to start the

program. If this is the first time the program has been run, you will be presented with a

dialog asking you to select the Machine Type. Choose the MP Guider II entry.

You can also select the Machine Type from within the program by clicking Print > Machine

Type > MP Guider II, as shown in the screenshot below.

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Main Interface Overview

Icon

Function

Load

Loads a model or Gcode file. MP FlashPrint supports .STL, .OBJ, and .FPP

model files. You can also load a .PNG, .JPG, .JPEG, or .BMP file and MP

FlashPrint will generate a model from the image. See the

Generating a

Model

section for details.

Supports

Enters the Support Edit mode.

Print

Prints directly from MP FlashPrint via a USB or wireless connection or

exports a Gcode file to the USB stick.

The screenshot below shows the three main elements of the software - the Menus, the

Icons, and the Build Platform.

The icons have the functions listed in the table below.

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View

Views the MP FlashPrint home screen from one of six viewing angles.

Move

Moves the model around on the X/Y plane. Hold the SHIFT key then click

to move the mode along the Z axis.

Rotate

Turns and rotates the model.

Scale

Scales the size of the model.

Cut

Cuts the model into several parts.

Loading a File

MP FlashPrint supports six different ways to load a model or Gcode file, as outlined below.

 Click the Load icon on the main interface, then select the file.
 Drag and drop the file onto the main interface.

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 Click File > Load File, then select the file.
 Click File > Load Examples to load one of the sample files.
 Click File > Recent Files, then select the file from the list of recently used files.
 Drag and drop the file onto the MP FlashPrint icon on the desktop to launch MP

FlashPrint and load the file.

Generating a Model

MP FlashPrint can generate a 3D model file from a .PNG, .JPG, .JPEG, or .BMP image file.

When you load the image file, the following dialog box will be displayed, which allows you

to set several model parameters.

Shape: Determines the basic shape of the

model. You can select Plane, Tube, Canister,

Lamp, or Seal basic shapes.

Mode: Selects whether the light or dark

portions of the image will be the high

points of the model.

Maximum Thickness: Sets the Z value of the

model.

Base Thickness: Sets the minimum raft

thickness. The default value is 0.5mm.

Width: Sets the X value of the model.

Depth: Sets the Y value of the model.

Bottom Thickness: Sets the thickness of the bottom of tube, canister, and lamp type

models.

Top Diameter: Sets the diameter for the top of tube, canister, and lamp type models.

Bottom Diameter: Sets the diameter for the bottom of tube, canister, and lamp type

models.

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The following screenshots illustrate the five basic shapes.

Plane

Tube

Canister

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Lamp

Seal

Changing Views

You can change the camera angle in relation to the model and build area using a variety of

methods.

Drag: Click the View icon, then drag the camera using one of the following methods.

 Left click and hold, then move the mouse.
 Click and hold the mouse wheel, then scroll up or down.
 Hold down the SHIFT key, right click and hold, then move the mouse.

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Rotate: Click the View icon, then rotate the camera using one of the following

methods.

 Right click and hold, then move the mouse.
 Hold down the SHIFT key, left click and hold, then move the mouse.

Scale: Scroll the mouse wheel up or down to zoom the camera in or out.

Set View: You can select one of six preset camera angles using one of the following

methods.

 Click the View menu, then select one of the six options from the drop-down list.
 Click the View icon, then click it again and a submenu will appear with six

options for selection.

Reset View: You can reset the camera angle to the default using one of the following

methods.

 Click the View menu, then select Home View.
 Click the View button, the click it again and a submenu will appear. Select the

Reset option.

Show Model Outline: You can set MP FlashPrint to show the model outline highlighted

in yellow. To do so, click the View menu, then select the Show Model Outline

option.

Show Steep Overhang: When the intersection angle between the model surface and a

horizontal line is within the overhang threshold value, the surface has steep

overhang and is shown in red when Show Steep Overhang is enabled. To enable or

disable Show Steep Overhang, click the View menu, then select the Show Steep

Overhang entry. The default threshold value is 45 degrees.

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Model Manipulation

You can manipulate the model using a variety of methods.

Move: Click on the model to select it. You can then move it around the build area in a

variety of ways.

 To move the model horizontally in the X/Y plane, left click and hold on the

model, then move the mouse.

 To move the model vertically in the Z plane, hold down the SHIFT key, left click

and hold on the model, then move the mouse.

 Click the Move button, then enter the distance value. Click Reset to reset the

distance values.

Note: After moving the model, click Center > On Platform to ensure that the
model is in the build area and in contact with the build platform.

Rotate: Click on the model to select it. You can then rotate the model in all three planes

in a variety of ways.

 Click the Rotate icon and three mutually perpendicular rings will appear around

the model. Click and hold on one ring and move the mouse to rotate the model

in that plane.

 Click the Rotate icon, then manually enter rotation angle values. Click Reset to

reset the rotation angle values.

Scale: Click on the model to select it. You can then scale it in a variety of ways.

 Click the Scale icon, then hold the button and move the mouse to change the

scale. The corresponding values will display near the model.

 Click the Scale icon, then enter scales values for the X, Y, and Z axes.
 Click the Scale icon, then click the Maximum button to get the largest size

possible for the build area.

 Click the Scale icon, then click the Reset button to reset the size of the model.

Note that if the Uniform Scaling radio button is enabled, it will scale the model
in proportion when changing any size value.

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Cut: Click the model to select it, then double-click the Cut icon to set the cut plane in a

variety of ways.

 Left click and drag the cursor across the model to set the cut angle.

 Select the X Plane option to cut the model vertically.

 Select the Y Plane option to cut the model vertically.

 Select the Z Plane option to cut the model horizontally.

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Supports

Because 3D printing is an additive process, each layer of filament needs a base to build on.

The printer can gradually increase the layer size, so long as the overhang angle is less than

about 45 degrees. Otherwise, you need to create support elements to serve as the base for

adding additional layers. To edit the supports, click the Edit menu, then select the Supports

entry. Alternatively, click the Supports icon. Click the Back button when finished editing

the supports.

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Support Options: Click the Support Options button to display the Support Options

dialog. You can select Treelike or Linear supports. Treelike supports are built at

angles, while Linear supports are linear, vertical supports for the overhanging

elements. When you click the OK button, the software will generate the appropriate

support structures. If the model already has supports, the software will judge

whether the existing supports need to be deleted or not on the basis of the type of

existing support, and display the corresponding prompt to let you make the choice.

Auto Supports: Click the Auto Supports button to allow the software to judge where

supports are needed and will generate corresponding treelike or linear supports. If

the model already has supports, the software will delete them and new supports

will be generated.

Add Supports: Click the Add button to manually generate supports. Move the cursor to

the position where a support is needed, left click to choose the starting point, then

while holding down the mouse button, drag the mouse to the termination point.

The supports preview will be displayed with the support highlighted. If the support

surface doesn't need support or the support column angle is too large, the support

will not be generated.

Clear Supports: Click the Clear Supports button to remove all existing supports. If you

change your mind, click the Undo option or press CTRL+Z.

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Delete Supports: Click the Delete Supports button to remove individual supports. Click

the cursor on the support you want to remove to highlight that support and all

subnode supports, then click the left mouse button to delete the highlighted

support.

Printing a Model

Click the Print icon on the main interface to slice the model and print the resulting Gcode

file, either directly from MP FlashPrint or by first exporting it to the USB stick.

Preview: Check the Preview box to preview the model before slicing and printing.

Print When Slice Done: Check the Print When Slice Done box to start the print as soon

as the slice is completed.

Material Type: Select the filament type in use.

Supports: Enable or disable the creation of supports.

Raft: Enables or disable a Raft, which is several layers of material on the build plate to

help with model adhesion.

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Wall: Check the Wall box to help clear leaking filament from a second extruder during

dual color printing.

Brim: Check the Brim box to print a ring of filament around the model to help prevent

warping and assist with bed adhesion.

Resolution: For ABS and PLA printing, you can choose Low, Standard, or High

resolution. For PLA printing, you can also choose Hyper. The higher the resolution,

the smoother the model surface, but at a corresponding cost in print speed.

More Options: Click the More Options button to reveal tabs with additional options.

Layer: Click the Layer tab to reveal the layer options.

 Layer Height: Sets the thickness of each layer. The thinner the layer, the

smoother the model surface, but at a corresponding cost in print speed.

 First Layer Height: Sets the thickness of the first layer of the model, which

affects how well the model adheres to the build plate. The maximum thickness

is 0.4mm and the default value is usually sufficient.

Shell: Click the Shell tab to reveal the shell options.

 Perimeter Shells: Sets the number of perimeter shells. The maximum value is 10.
 Top Solid Layers: Sets the number of solid layers at the top of the model. The

maximum value is 30 and the minimum is 1.

 Bottom Solid Layers: Sets the number of solid layers at the bottom of the model.

The maximum value is 30 and the minimum is 1.

Infill: Click the Infill tab to reveal the infill options. Infill is the structure that is printed

inside the model. Infill directly affects the strength of the printed mode.

 Fill Density: Sets the fill density in 5% increments. A 100% density results in a

solid model, while a 0% density results in no infill.

 Fill Pattern: Allows you to select the shape of the infill structure. You can select

Line, Hexagon, or Triangle.

 Combine Infill: You can select the layers for combining according to the layer

thickness. The combined thickness should not exceed 0.4mm. The Every N Layers

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option is for all infill, while the Every N Inner Layers affects only the inner infills,

which generally saves print time.

Speed: Click the Speed tab to reveal the speed settings.

 Print Speed: Determines the speed that the extruder moves while printing

filament. It can be set from 10 to 200 mm/sec in 10mm/sec increments. The

slower the speed, the higher quality the resulting printed models. For PLA

printing, 80mm/sec is recommended.

 Travel Speed: Determines the speed that the extruder moves while moving from

place to place and not actively printing filament. It can be set from 10 to 200

mm/sec in 10mm/sec increments. The slower the speed, the higher quality the

resulting printed models. For PLA printing, 100mm/sec is recommended.

Temperature: Click the Temperature tab to reveal the temperature options.

 Extruder: Sets the operating temperature of the extruder from 0 to 240°C, in 5°C

increments. Set the temperature according to the type of filament being printed.

 Platform: Sets the operating temperature of the platform from 0 to 120°C, in 5°C

increments. Set the temperature according to the type of filament being printed.

Others: Click the Others tab to reveal additional options.

 Cooling Fan Controls: Allows you to control whether the cooling fan is on or off

and under which conditions it comes on. You can choose from Automatch,

Always On, Always Off, On (when raft printed), and On (when to preset height).

 Pause At Heights: Sets the height at which the print will automatically be

paused. This is usually done to allow you to change filament at one or more

points. Click the Edit button to set the pause point(s). The print can be paused

anywhere from 1 to 59.9 mm.

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File Menu

The File Menu contains the following options.

New Project: Click File > New Project or press CTRL+N to create a new, blank project. A

project saves in one place all the models in the scene, including positions, supports,

and settings. If there are any unsaved changes to a previously loaded project, you

will be prompted to save the changes.

Save Project: Click File > Save Project or press CTRL+S to save the current project.

Project files have a .FPP suffix.

Load File: Click File > Load File or press CTRL+O to load a model, Gcode, or project file.

Save As: Click File > Save As to save the project or model file.

Examples: Click File > Examples to load one of four built-in sample models.

Recent Files: Click File > Recent Files to choose from a list of recently loaded files.

Preferences: Click File > Preferences to set several General and Print preferences.

 Language: Allows you to select the language used in MP FlashPrint.
 Font Size: Allows you to set the size of the font used in MP FlashPrint. You can

select Small, Medium, or Large.

 Check for Updates after start up: Determines whether MP FlashPrint will

automatically check for the existence of software or driver updates.

 Auto layout newly-imported model: Determines whether the software will

automatically adjust the position of a model immediately after it is loaded.

 Printing Window Type: Allows you to choose the Basic (default) print dialog or

the Expert dialog, with many more individual settings.

Quit: Click File > Quit or press ALT+F4 to exit MP FlashPrint. If there are any unsaved

changes to your project or model, you will be prompted to save the changes.

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Edit Menu

The Edit Menu contains the following options.

Undo: Click Edit > Undo or press CTRL+Z to undo the last change. In most cases, you

can undo multiple changes, one at a time.

Redo: Click Edit > Redo or press CTRL+Y to redo the last change that was undone. In

most cases, you can redo multiple undos.

Empty Undo Stack: Click Edit > Empty Undo Stack to clear the software's memory of

recent undos. This has the same effect as saving and reloading the project or model

file.

Select All: Click Edit > Select All or press CTRL+A to select all models in the scene.

Duplicate: Click Edit > Duplicate or press CTRL+V to copy the selected model(s).

Delete: Click Edit > Delete or press the Del key to delete the selected model(s).

Auto Layout All: Click Edit > Auto Layout All to automatically arrange the model(s) on

the build platform. You will be prompted to set the distance between models,

which can be from 1.0 to 50.0 mm.

Mirror Model: Click Edit > Mirror Model to mirror the selected model(s) in the X, Y, or Z

planes.

Repair Models: Click Edit > Repair Models to correct any errors in the selected model(s).

Supports: Click Edit > Supports to enter Support Edit mode.

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Print Menu

The Print Menu contains the following options.

Connect Machine: Click Print > Connect Machine to establish a USB or Wi-Fi®

connection to the printer. This option is not available if the printer is already

connected.

Disconnect: Click Print > Disconnect to break a connection with the printer. This option

is not available if there is no connection with the printer.

Print: Click Print > Print or press CTRL+P to open the print dialog.

Machine Type: Click Print > Machine Type. Allows you to select the specific model of 3D

printer to use with MP FlashPrint. This printer is the MP Guider II.

View Menu

The View Menu contains the following options.

Home View: Sets the camera to the default position.

Top View: Sets the camera to look directly down onto the build area.

Bottom View: Sets the camera to look directly up towards the build area.

Left View: Sets the camera to look at the build area from the left.

Right View: Sets the camera to look at the build area from the right.

Front View: Sets the camera to look at the build area from the front.

Back View: Sets the camera to look at the build area from the rear.

Show Model Outline: Puts a yellow outline around the model.

Show Steep Overhang: Highlights in red those portions of the model that require

supports.

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Tools Menu

The Tools Menu contains the following options.

Control Panel: Click Tools > Control Panel to modify the printer's settings from within

MP FlashPrint. Note that if you are not connected to the printer, you will be

prompted to do so before the Control Panel can be displayed.

 Jog Mode: The Jog Mode section allows you to select the distance that the

extruder and build plate move with each mouse click.

 Six Blue Arrow Buttons: The buttons allow you to manually move the extruder

and build plate. The amount they will move with each click of the mouse is

determined by the Jog Mode settings.

 Stop: Click the Stop button to abort any current movement.
 XYZ Coordinates: Displays the current position of the extruder and build plate.

You cannot edit the displayed values.

 Make Current Position Zero: Click the Make Current Position Zero button to set

the zero position for the three axes.

 Center XYZ: Click a Center button to move the extruder or build plate to the

zero position for that axis.

 Set X/Y Speed: Sets the speed at which the extruder moves.
 Set Z Speed: Sets the speed at which the build plate moves.

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 Limit Switch: Displays the status of the limit switches on each axis. If the

extruder or build plate are not moved to its maximum positions, the status will

show Not Triggered in green. If the extruder or build plate has been moved to its

maximum position, the status will show Triggered in red.

 Filament Select: Displays whether filament is loaded or not.
 Fan Controls: Allows you to turn the cooling fan on or off.
 Stepper Motor Controls: Click the Enable button to lock the stepper motor so

that it does not allow movement. Click Disable to unlock the stepper motor so

the extruder and build plate can be manually moved.

 Servo Controls: Allows you to turn the servo on or off.
 Motor Speed (RPM): Controls the speed of the filament feed wheel.
 Extruder Duration: Controls the motor rotation time.
 Forward: Feeds filament to the extruder.
 Reverse: Unloads filament from the extruder.
 Stop: Stops motor movement when feeding or unloading filament.
 Temperature Control: Allows you to set the target extruder temperature. Click

the Apply button to start heating the extruder.

Update Firmware: Allows you to update the printer's firmware.

On Board Preferences: Allows you to check the printer's name.

Machine Information: Displays information about the printer, including the firmware

version.

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Help Menu

The Help Menu contains the following options.

First Run Wizard: Re-runs the wizard that automatically runs the first time MP FlashPrint

is run.

Help Contents: Allows you to read the help files.

Feedback: Allows you to submit feedback.

Check For Updates: Checks for MP FlashPrint updates.

About MP FlashPrint: Displays MP FlashPrint version information.

CONNECTING THE PRINTER

There are three ways of connecting the MP FlashPrint software with the Guider II printer -

a wired USB connection, a wireless connection with the printer serving as the Wi-Fi access

point/WLAN hotspot, or a wireless connection using an existing Wi-Fi® access point.

USB Connection

Perform the following steps to connect your PC to the Guider II printer using a wired USB

connection.

1. Plug one end of the included USB cable into the USB port on the printer, then plug

the other end into a USB port on your computer.

2. Power on the printer and your computer, then start the MP FlashPrint software.

3. Click Print > Connect Machine.

4. Set the Connection Mode to USB and set the Select Machine option to the Guider II

printer. If the printer does not appear in the Select Machine list, click the Rescan

button. If it still does not appear, reinstall the driver software.

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WLAN Hotspot Connection

Perform the following steps to connect your PC to the Guider II printer using the printer's

built-in WLAN hotspot.

1. Power on the printer and your computer.

2. On the printer, select Tools > Setting > WLan hotspot > WLan hotspot ON.

3. Open your computer's wireless network settings and scan for available Wi-Fi®

signals. Select the Guider II entry, then click Connect.

4. Start the MP FlashPrint software, then click Print > Connect Machine.

5. Set the Connect Mode to Wi-Fi, then input the IP Address of the printer and click

Connect.

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Wi-Fi Connection

Perform the following steps to connect your PC to the Guider II printer using an existing

Wi-Fi® access point.

1. Power on the printer and your computer.

2. On the printer, select Tools > Setting > WiFi > WiFi ON.

3. Locate and select the Wi-Fi signal that your computer is connected with.

4. Start MP FlashPrint software, then click Print > Connect Machine.

5. Set the Connection Mode to Wi-Fi, then input the IP Address of your Wi-Fi access

point and click Connect.

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UPDATING THE FIRMWARE

Each time you start FlashPrint, it will automatically detects and downloads the up-to-date

firmware. If an update is available, a dialog box will appear to remind you of the update.

Perform the following steps to update the firmware.

1. Click Tools > Update firmware. You must sever any existing connection with the

printer before updating. If a connection exists, it will prompt you to cut the

connection. Click the Yes button to cut the connection.

2. Choose the corresponding printer type and firmware version, then click OK in the

firmware update dialog. After confirming that there is no printer connection, the

software will automatically update the firmware.

3. Reboot the Guider II printer and wait 4-5 seconds until the update progress bar is

displayed. When the update is finished, it will return to the Top Menu.

4. Touch the Tools button, then touch About to check that the version is correct.

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PRINTING

Perform the following steps to print a model on the Guider II printer from a Gcode file

saved to the USB stick.

Generating Gcode

1. Plug the USB stick into a USB port on your computer.

2. Double-click the MP FlashPrint shortcut to launch the software.

3. Click Print > Machine Type and select the MP Guider II entry.

4. Click the Load icon to load a .STL model file. The model will display within the build

area.

5. Double-click the Move icon, then click the On the Platform and Center buttons to

ensure the model is in contact with the center of the build platform.

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6. Click the Print icon, then change the settings as appropriate for your filament type

and model.

 Preview: Check the Preview box if you want to preview the model after slicing is

done.

 Print When Slice Done: Because we are printing from the USB stick, uncheck this

box to save the Gcode file to the USB stick.

 Machine Type: Select MP Guider II.
 Material Type: Select the type of filament you are using.
 Supports: If your model has overhanging elements, enable the Supports option.
 Raft: It is recommended to enable the Raft option.
 Resolution: It is recommended to select the Standard option.
 More Options: It is recommended to leave them at the default values.

7. Click OK to save the Gcode file. Save it to the USB stick. You can rename the file as

desired and save it as either a .g or .gx file. Files with a .gx extension can be

previewed, while .g files cannot.

8. Eject the USB stick, then plug it into the USB port on the printer.

9. Power on the Guider II printer.

10. Ensure that the build plate is leveled and that filament is loaded.

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11. Touch the Build button on the printer display.

12. Touch the USB Stick option, then locate and load your model file.

13. Touch the Build icon to begin printing. The printer will begin heating the extruder,

then will begin printing once the target temperature is reached. Touch the Stop

button at any time to cancel the print.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model

30527

Printer Name

MP Guider II

Number of Extruders

1

Print Technology

Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF)

Screen Type

5.0" color IPS touch screen

Build Area

280 x 250 x 300 mm

Layer Resolution

0.05 - 0.4 mm

Build Accuracy

±0.2mm

Positioning Accuracy

XY Axis: 0.011mm, Z Axis: 0.0025mm

Filament Diameter

1.75mm ±0.07mm

Nozzle Diameter

0.4mm

Build Speed

10~200 mm/sec

Software

MP FlashPrint

Supported Input Formats

3MF, .STL, .OBJ, .FPP, .BMP, .PNG, .JPG, .JPEG

Supported Output Formats

.G, .GX

Supported Operating Systems

Windows® XP and later (32-bit and 64-bit),

Mac® OS X®, Linux®

Input Power

100 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption

500 watts

Connectivity

USB cable, USB stick, Wi-Fi®

Dimensions

19.3" x 21.7" x 22.0" (490 x 550 x 560 mm)

Weight

66.1 lbs. (30.0 kg)

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TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Monoprice is pleased to provide free, live, online technical support to assist you with any

questions you may have about installation, setup, troubleshooting, or product

recommendations. If you ever need assistance with your new product, please come online

to talk to one of our friendly and knowledgeable Tech Support Associates. Technical

support is available through the online chat button on our website www.monoprice.com

during regular business hours, 7 days a week. You can also get assistance through email by

sending a message to [e-mail]

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Notice for FCC

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,

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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

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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.

Notice for Industry Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003

Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canad

EU Declaration of Conformity

Monoprice, Inc. declares the product described within this user guide or manual is in

compliance with below applicable directives. The full text of the EU Declaration of

Conformity is available at the following internet address:

https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=107&cp_id=10724&cs_id=1072403&p_id=30525

&seq=1&format=2 or the CE DoC can be found within this user manual

 EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
 Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
 RoHS2 Directive 2011/65/EU
 WEEE Directive 2012/19/EC
 Packaging & Packaging Waste Directive 94/62/EC
 REACH Directive 1907/2006/EC

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WEEE Information

User information for consumer products covered by EU Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste

Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper

disposal and recycling of Monoprice products. Consumers are required to comply with this

notice for all electronic products bearing the following symbol:

For Consumers in the European Union: This EU Directive requires that the product bearing

this symbol and or its packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste.

The symbol indicates that this product should be disposed of separately from regular

household waste streams. It is your responsibility to dispose of this and other electrical and

electronics products via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or

local authorities. Correct disposal and recycling will help prevent potential negative

consequences to the environment and human health. For more detailed information about

the disposal of your unwanted product, please contacts your local authorities, waste

disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product.

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Safety Notice

WARNING: Do not use this product near water, for example, in a wet basement or near

swimming pool or in an area where accidental contact with water or liquid might occurs

WARNING: Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk

of electric shock from the surge caused by lightning

WARNING: The external power adapter or AC power cord is the equipment's disconnection

device. The power outlet must be located nearby the equipment and its access must be

easy

WARNING: Use this product in a well-ventilated area

Wi-Fi® is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance.

Microsoft® and Windows® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Apple®, Mac®, and OS X® are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.

Linux® is the registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S. and other countries.

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