Now that your bot is fully assembled, the next step is to install the printing software on your
computer so that you can actually print a 3D model. While there are various free printing
software on the market, we currently use and recommend Repetier http://www.repetier.com/
when rst getting started. It’s easy to use and supports Windows, Mac, and Linux. Once
installed, the typical workow is as follows:
1. Create a 3d model and export it in STL format or get it from the internet.
2. Arrange one or more models on a virtual print plate.
3. Slice the the models into thin slices and compute a path for printer head. This is done
by a slicing software, which converts the model into g-code, the language your printer
speaks.
4. Check the created g-code for errors and printability.
5. Send the g-code to your printer or copy the code to a SD card, which you can insert
into your printer.
6. Monitor your printer.
Select your platform and download Repetier from www.repetier.com/download/ and install the
software using the default congurations.
Windows users only: Download the required USB driver from http://pjrc.com/teensy/
serial_install.exe, right click on it and "Run as Administrator" to install the INF file. It
should create a new COM port that you can then use in Repetier to connect to the
printer. For more information please see http://printrbot.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/
Printrbot-Getting-Started-Guide2.pdf
Windows 8 users: If you are having trouble installing the driver, please try the steps on http://
www.nextofwindows.com/how-to-install-an-un-signed-3rd-party-driver-in-windows-8/
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