Monoprice 30994 User manual

MP Mini Deluxe SLA LCD High Resolution Resin 3D Printer
P/N 30994
User's Manual

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CONTENTS
SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES.......................................................................................................................................4
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................................................................................6
FEATURES..............................................................................................................................................................................................................6
CUSTOMER SERVICE....................................................................................................................................................................................6
PACKAGE CONTENTS................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................................................................. 7
RECOMMENDED ITEMS............................................................................................................................................................................ 7
PRODUCT OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................................................................................8
Front View......................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Rear View........................................................................................................................................................................................................8
INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................................................................................................9
MP CREATION WORKSHOP REFERENCE..................................................................................................................................12
Main Screen................................................................................................................................................................................................12
Loading a File ............................................................................................................................................................................................14
Scene View..................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Move View...................................................................................................................................................................................................15
Mirroring Objects...................................................................................................................................................................................16
Scaling Objects ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
Rotating Objects.....................................................................................................................................................................................18
View Options.............................................................................................................................................................................................19
Working with Model Support Tools ....................................................................................................................................20
Saving a Scene .........................................................................................................................................................................................21
Slice View .....................................................................................................................................................................................................21
Control Screen.........................................................................................................................................................................................22

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Configure Machine..............................................................................................................................................................................23
Configure Slicing Profile.................................................................................................................................................................24
Slicing a Model........................................................................................................................................................................................26
Connecting the Software to the Printer..........................................................................................................................26
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
TECHNICAL SUPPORT..............................................................................................................................................................................28
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE.............................................................................................................................................................28
Notice for FCC .........................................................................................................................................................................................28
Notice for Industry Canada..........................................................................................................................................................29

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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.
This device is intended for indoor use only.
Take care to avoid spilling resin on or in the printer. Wipe up any spills immediately.
If resin or moisture does get in the printer, immediately unplug it from the AC
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.
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 expose this device to excessive vibration. Do not subject the product to
extreme force, shock, or fluctuations in temperature or humidity.
Ensure that the cooling fan is not blocked and that it operates as intended.
This device ventilates excessive heat through the slots and openings in the case. Do
not block or cover these openings. Ensure that the device is in an open area where
it can get sufficient airflow to keep from overheating.
Prior to operation, check the unit and power cord for physical damage. Do not use if
physical damage has occurred.
Before plugging the unit into a power outlet, ensure that the outlet provides the
same type and level of power required by the device.
This device uses a grounded power cord and requires a ground connection for safe
operation. Ensure that the power source has a proper ground connection. Do not
modify the plug or use a "cheater" plug to bypass the ground connection.
Disconnect the unit from the power source when replacing the fuse. Replace the
fuse only with the same type.
Unplug this device from the power source when not in use.

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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.
This device has no user serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open, service, or
modify this device.
In the event of serious operating problem, stop using the unit immediately.
This device is intended for use by persons 14 years of age or older. Adult supervision
is required.
Keep out of reach of children.
Keep away from corrosive materials.
This printer is designed to operate at temperatures ranging from +59 ~ +86°F (+15 ~
+30°C) with relative humidity from 20 ~ 50%. Printing outside this range is likely to
result in lower quality prints.
Do not leave the printer unattended during operation.
The resin used in this printer is an irritant to skin and eyes. Always wear gloves and
eye protection when handling resin.
Always wear eye protection when cleaning or sanding printed models to avoid
getting small particles in your eyes.
Take care when using the scraper. Never direct the scraper toward your fingers or
body.

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INTRODUCTION
This MP Mini Deluxe SLA LCD High Resolution Resin 3D Printer is a new type of 3D printer
that uses the Direct UV-light Printing (DUP) technology. This printing method uses an LCD
screen to expose the resin to focused UV light, which causes it to harden and form the
model. It can print layers as thin as 20 microns, which results in extremely fine detail,
making it ideal for medical, dental, and jewelry applications. It can print vertically at speeds
up to 30mm/hour.
FEATURES
5.5 inch IPS LCD curing screen
5.5 inch color LCD touchscreen control
Layer thickness as low as 20 microns
4.8" x 2.7" x 7.1" (121 x 69 x 180 mm) print area
Can print vertically as fast as 30mm/hour
0.00001mm X-axis and Y-axis accuracy, 0.004mm Z-axis accuracy
Machined aluminum build plate
110 VAC 50/60Hz or 240 VAC, 50/60Hz input power (auto switching)
Includes MP Creation Workshop software
Compatible with Windows® and Linux® operating systems
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 [email protected]

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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.
1x 3D printer
1x Full enclosure hood
1x AC power cord
1x Replacement vat film
1x Plastic spatula
1x Latex gloves (pair)
1x Print removal tools
1x Cleaning container
1x 250ml bottle of UV resin
1x User's manual
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Dual core processor
4 GB RAM
Double-output video card with HDMI® output and at least 500MB video RAM
Windows® or Linux® operating system
RECOMMENDED ITEMS
The following items are recommended to use when printing.
Gloves
Paper towels
Industrial alcohol
Soft brush or sponge to clean the object
Plastic container to rinse the object

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Front View
1. Red anti-wobble cover
2. Machined aluminum build plate
3. Vat locking screw
4. LCD touchscreen
5. Double rail anti-wobble guide
system
6. Re-usable resin vat
7. Triple cooling fan
Rear View
9. Aluminum vertical beam
10. Photoelectric end stop switch
11. Ventilation holes
12. USB port
13. AC power socket
14. Power switch

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INSTALLATION
MP Creation Workshop is a .NET 3.5 application written in the C# programming language.
This is native to the Windows® operating system, but also runs on many versions of
Linux®/Posix using the Mono Framework (http://www.mono-project.com/Main_Page). You
will need to download and install the Mono Framework when using MP Creation
Workshop on a Linux-based system. Windows users may need to run the application as
Administrator.
Perform the following steps to install and setup the printer and software.
1. Launch the MP Creation Workshop software package.
2. Click the Configure Slicing Profile entry at the top of the screen.
3. Click the Options tab.
4. Locate the Export Options section and place a check mark in the box to the left of
the Export Slices to CWS entry, then click the Apply Changes button.

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5. Click the gears icon in the upper left corner, then ensure that the Configured
Displays value is set to 2560 x 1440.
6. Close the software, then restart it. The software will remember the settings you
saved, so you don't have to configure it each time.
7. Load a model, then save it with a .CWS file extension on your desktop or any folder.
This will be the directory that the sliced model file will be saved to.
8. Click the Slice button. The software will slice the model file and save it to the
directory where the original model file is located. Depending on the size of the
model and resolution, it can take some time to slice the model.

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9. Once the sliced file is created, copy it to a USB flash drive for use with the printer.
10. Insert the USB flash drive into the USB port on the printer's rear panel, then flip the
power switch to turn the printer on.
11. Touch the Print button on the printer's LCD display.
12. Touch the +button to add a file.
13. Locate and touch the file you saved to the USB flash disk, then touch the check
mark to load the selected file.

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14. Touch the button to begin printing.
MP CREATION WORKSHOP REFERENCE
Main Screen
The following table shows the functions of the buttons on the Main Screen.
Button
Function
Click this button to open object files in the .STL, .OBJ,
.3DS, or .AMF formats. You can also open scene files
with the .CWS extension
Click to save the current object as a .STL or .CWS file.
The .CWS format allows you to prepare a scene to be
printed repeatedly in the future, together with
supports and positioning.

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Button
Function
Click to establish a connection between the printer
and the computer. If the printer and computer are
already connected, the button will be grayed out.
Click to disconnect the printer and computer. If the
printer and computer are already disconnected, the
button will be grayed out.
These three buttons allow you to start, pause, or stop
printing. These buttons become active only after you
have sliced the object.
Click this button to view the 3D objects within their
boundary boxes. This mode allows you to add
supports.
Click this button to access the Slicing Screen, which
allows you to see the individual slices that have been
generated, as well as the GCode.
Click this button to control the Z-axis motor to home it
and lift it after a print has finished.
Click this button to access the Setup Screen, which
allows you to configure the slicing and printing
profiles.

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Loading a File
Click the button to load a .STL, .OBJ, .3DS, or .AMF object file. You can load multiple
objects and manipulate them independently. You can also open scene files with .CWS file
extension, which can contain multiple objects and supports.
Scene View

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The Scene View allows you to manipulate various aspects of the scene.
Selecting a Model: You can select a model by double-clicking on the model or by
clicking the name in the Scene View list.
Removing a Model: You can remove a model by right-clicking the name in the
Scene View list and selecting the Remove option. You can also remove a model by
clicking the name in the Scene View list or the model itself in the Scene View and
clicking the Minus (-) button. Alternatively, click directly on the model in the Scene
View, then press the Del key on your keyboard.
Cloning a Model: You can clone a model by clicking its name in the Scene View list
or by clicking directly on the model in the Scene View, then clicking the Plus (+)
button. The cloned object will appear in the Scene View.
Move View
Moving Objects: To move an object, click directly on the object in the Scene View,
then use the Plus (+) and Minus (-) buttons to move the object in the X, Y, and/or Z
axes. Alternatively, you can type a value directly into the box between the Plus (+)
and Minus (-) buttons.

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Place on Platform: Click the button to place the selected object on the
platform.
Center: Click the button to center the selected object in the X and Y axes.
Auto Arrange: Click the button to automatically arrange all objects on the
platform.
Mirroring Objects
Click the X, Y, and/or Zbuttons to mirror the selected object in the X, Y, and/or Z axes.

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Scaling Objects
You can scale the selected object to make it larger or smaller in any or all axes by clicking
the Plus (+) and Minus (-) buttons for the All, X, Y, and/or Zaxes. Alternatively, you can
type a value directly into the box between the Plus (+) and Minus (-) buttons.

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Rotating Objects
You can rotate the selected object by clicking the Plus (+) and Minus (-) buttons in the X, Y,
and/or Zaxes. You can also type a value directly into the box between the Plus (+) and
Minus (-) buttons.

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View Options
Click the button to enable 50% Alpha-Blending, which allows you to see
through the objects in the scene to see the geometry.
Click the or button to show the Slice Preview, which allows you to
view the 3D view of the currently selected slice layer as selected by the horizontal
bar.
Click the button to toggle the debug window on or off.
Click the button to show the objects within bounding boxes.
Click the button to show the objects with an outline.
Click the button to show the selected objects in a different color.

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Working with Model Support Tools
Supports are sometimes required to properly attach a model to the build plate. Because of
the nature of photopolymer printing, the lower layers must be supported unless it has
lower layers larger than the upper layers.
Adding a Single Support: Click the Manual Support button to add a single support.
Moving Supports: After a manual or automatic support has been generated,
individual supports can be moved in the X and Y axes the same way you move
models. Select the support by double-clicking it, then hold down the SHIFT key on
your keyboard and move the mouse. Supports will automatically scale vertically
under the model they support.
Angled Supports: Supports can be angle inwards towards the objects they support.
They can often resolve clearance issues with vertical supports. You can turn a
vertical support into an angle support by selecting it, holding the CTRL key, and
clicking on the model you want to support.
Manual Configuration: In the Support Generation view, you can click the Show
downward facing polys option to highlight all polygons in the model that are facing
downward by the specified degree. This helps you manually place supports under
the unsupported downward facing areas of the model.
Auto Support on Grid: After a model has been loaded into the scene and selected,
you can automatically generate a Bed of Nails support for the model. You can
specify the grid spacing and size of the generated supports. If you wish to only