Prusa i3 MK2S KIT - Page 31

● Connect the printer to the computer with the USB cable.
Pict.   15   -   You   can   find   USB   port   here
● Choose connection port in Pronterface (download available with the printer drivers,
see the chapter 9 Printer drivers): Mac users use /usbmodem   port, PC Windows
ports are COM1, COM2, etc.; the correct port is displayed in device manager, Linux
users connect the printer using the virtual serial port. When the printer is connected
click the Connect button. Right column shows the connection information.
● Next step is loading the model with Load model button and choosing the
model_name.gcode (no special symbols in file name).
● You can control the movement of all printer axes at the control area.
● Next you can preheat the printer and prepare it for the printing. Set the temperatures
for the nozzle (heater) and heatbed (bed) and click Set button. Printer starts heating
immediately. Always check that the temperatures set in Pronterface are correct
according to our material guide!
● You can check the actual temperatures of nozzle and bed in Pronterface.
● When model is loaded right column shows the estimated print duration: Estimated
duration (pessimistic)
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