Monoprice MP Mini Delta User manual

MONOPRICE
MP Mini Delta 3D Printer
P/N 21666
User's Manual

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CONTENTS
SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES.......................................................................................................................................3
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................................................................................4
FEATURES..............................................................................................................................................................................................................4
CUSTOMER SERVICE....................................................................................................................................................................................5
PACKAGE CONTENTS.................................................................................................................................................................................5
PRODUCT OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................................................................................6
USING THE MENU SYSTEM....................................................................................................................................................................6
PRINTER SETUP................................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
WI-FI SETUP.........................................................................................................................................................................................................9
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND SETUP..................................................................................................................................10
Installing Cura for Windows.........................................................................................................................................................10
Repetier-Host............................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
TECHNICAL SUPPORT...............................................................................................................................................................................19
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE..............................................................................................................................................................19
Notice for FCC ..........................................................................................................................................................................................19
Notice for Industry Canada...........................................................................................................................................................19

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SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES
Be careful not to damage the yellow film on the build plate.
Do not remove the insulating tape on the extruder nozzle.
Take care to avoid touching hot parts, including heat blocks, extruder nozzle,
extruded filament, and the heated build plate.
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 pull or twist the black cable at any time.
Do not force or tear anything when 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.

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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.
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.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this 3D printer from Monoprice! This printer features a single
extruder, which is capable of printing in PLA, ABS, and other materials. You can print from a
Windows® or Mac® PC using a USB connection or can print from 3D model files stored on a
microSD™card, without the need for a PC connection of any kind. This printer is easy to
setup and easy to use following the instructions in this manual.
FEATURES
Single extrusion print head
Can print PLA, ABS, and other materials
Open frame design for ease of use and maintenance
Includes 256MB microSD™card with Cura, Repetier-Host, and a sample 3D model

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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]
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 Filament holder
1x Plastic scraper
1x USB cable
1x MicroSD™card
1x Hex wrench
1x Power adapter
1x AC power cord (NEMA 5-15 to IEC 60320 C13)

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
1. Feed Mechanism
2. Extruder
3. Micro USB Port
4. DC Power Connector
5. Power LED Indicator
6. MicroSD™ Card Slot
7. Filament Holder Slots
USING THE MENU SYSTEM
The menu system is displayed on a lighted LCD screen.
The menu selection highlight or pointer is moved by pressing the top and bottom
buttons to the right of the display.
Pressing the top button moves the highlight/pointer to the left and up.
Pressing the bottom button moves the highlight/pointer to the right and down.
Pressing the top button while editing a value increases that value.
Pressing the bottom button while editing a value decreases that value.
Press the center button to activate the selected menu item or to save an edited
value.

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PRINTER SETUP
Warning! Take care not to remove or damage the black PEI build mat on the build platform.
This mat is essential to ensure the 3D model properly adheres to the build platform during
printing. If this mat becomes damaged or wears out, replace it with painter's tape, Kapton®
tape, or ordinary masking tape.
Perform the following steps to prepare the printer for use.
1. Remove the printer from its packaging and place it on a flat, stable surface with
plenty of ventilation and a nearby AC power outlet.
2. Open the Accessories box and remove the Filament Holder. Slide
the tab at the flat end into the Filament Holder Slots (7) on the
rear of the printer frame.
3. Insert the included microSD™card into the MicroSD™ Card Slot (6)
on the side of the printer.
4. Plug the DC barrel connector on the included AC power adapter into the power
connector on the side of the printer. Next, plug the C13 end of the included AC
Power Cable into the C14 panel connector on the AC Power Adapter, then plug the
other end into a nearby AC power outlet.
5. Press the bottom button once to highlight the Temperature entry, then press the
center button to select it.
6. Press the center button to select the temperature value, then use the top and
bottom buttons to set the target temperature. Set it to 230°C for ABS filament or
set it to 195°C for PLA filament. Press the center button to save the target
temperature and begin heating the extruder.

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7. While the printer is heating, open your filament. Using a pair of scissors or side
cutters, diagonally snip the end of the filament to make a point, as shown in the
images below. Place the spool on the Filament Holder.
8. Once the target temperature is reached, press the bottom button twice to select
the Back option, then press the center button to return to the previous menu page.
9. Press the bottom button to highlight the Move option, then press the center
button to enter the Move menu.
10. Press the bottom button three times to highlight the Extruder option, then press
the center button to select it. The Extruder option will have a red outline around it,
indicating that it is active.
11. While squeezing the lever on the Feed Mechanism, insert the
filament and push it into opening. Keep pushing until you feel
resistance. Release the lever on the Feed Mechanism.
12. Press the top button to feed filament into the printer. Allow the
motor to run until it stops feeding. Repeat this process until
filament starts to extrude out of the nozzle.
13. Using the included plastic scraper, clean the extruded filament from the nozzle and
build platform.
14. Press the center button to deselect the Extruder entry.
15. Press the bottom button twice to highlight the Exit entry, then press the center
button to return to the previous menu.

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16. Press the top button twice to highlight the Print option, then press the center
button. The printer will read the contents of the microSD™card and display them on
screen.
17. Use the top and bottom buttons to highlight the cat.gcode file, then press the
center button to start printing the model.
Congratulations, your 3D printer is setup and you are printing your first model!
WI-FI SETUP
You can connect the printer wirelessly to a 2.4Ghz Wi-Fi® network to print models from
your Android™ or iOS® phone or tablet. Perform the following steps to setup the Wi-Fi
connection for your device.
1. Download the free MP 3D Printer WiFi Connect app from the Google Play Store or
from iTunes, depending on which type of mobile device you have.
2. Disconnect the USB cable from the printer. You cannot use USB and Wi-Fi
connections at the same time.
3. Power on the printer.
4. Start the MP 3D Printer WiFi Connect app.
5. The SSID of your Wi-Fi network should be displayed on screen. If a different SSID is
displayed, open your device's Wi-Fi settings and select the appropriate Wi-Fi
network.
6. Enter your wireless password.
7. Use the printer's buttons to navigate to the Move menu.
8. Press and hold the center button for 3 seconds. Release the button when Smart
config started is displayed on screen.
9. Press the Connect to WiFi button on your mobile device. The connection will be
completed within 10 ~ 60 seconds and the message MP Mini Delta is now
connected to Wi-Fi will be displayed on your device's screen and the IP address will
be displayed at the top of the printer's LCD screen.

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Note that you may have difficulty connecting to the Wi-Fi network if you have a 2.4GHz
and 5GHz network with the same SSID. Try changing the SSID of the 5GHz network if this
occurs. For best results, move the printer to a location closer to the Wi-Fi router or access
point.
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND SETUP
As you've seen, you can print a model directly from a gcode file on a microSD™card and
this is the preferred method, as it does not require a continuous connection to your
computer. You can download gcode files to the microSD card and print them without
having to build any model files.
However, you can create your own gcode files using an open source program, such as Cura
or Repetier-Host, which are pre-installed on the microSD card that comes with the printer.
These programs use M200 models (typically .STL or .OBJ files) and, using machine specific
information, generate a gcode file with detailed instructions for the printer to create the
selected model. We recommend you start with Cura, since it includes a Slicing Engine.
Installing Cura for Windows
1. Use a card reader to read the contents on the
included microSD™card. Locate and double-
click the Cura_15.04.2.exe file to start the setup
program.
2. You may choose a new location for the
program files or accept the default
(recommended). Click Next to continue.