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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION 1 COPYRIGHT INFORMATION 1 FCC NOTICE 1 KCC 1 COMPLIANCE 1 WARRANTY 2 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY 2 EXTENDED WARRANTY 2 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 3 Safety Symbols and Definitions 3 Safety Guidelines 3 3 CUBE 3D PRINTER FEATURES 4 Cube 3D Printer Features 4 Cube 3D Printer Properties 4 4 AT A GLANCE 5 5 SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS 6 Weight 6 Software 6 OpenGL Version 6 Windows Requirements 6 MAC OS X Requirements 6 Android 6 iOS 6 Wireless Options 6 USB Mass Storage Device 6 Electrical Requirements 6 Material Storage 6 Dimensions ...
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION 1 COPYRIGHT INFORMATION 1 FCC NOTICE 1 KCC 1 COMPLIANCE 1 WARRANTY 2 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY 2 EXTENDED WARRANTY 2 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 3 Safety Symbols and Definitions 3 Safety Guidelines 3 3 CUBE 3D PRINTER FEATURES 4 Cube 3D Printer Features 4 Cube 3D Printer Properties 4 4 AT A GLANCE 5 5 SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS 6 Weight 6 Software 6 OpenGL Version 6 Windows Requirements 6 MAC OS X Requirements 6 Android 6 iOS 6 Wireless Options 6 USB Mass Storage Device 6 Electrical Requirements 6 Material Storage 6 Dimensions ...
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Custom 49 Print Settings - Standard 50 Print Settings - Draft 52 Connecting Cubify To Your Printer 54 Connecting Cubify To Your Printer Manually 54 Printing A Model Via Wireless Connection 62 Printing From A Desktop Application 62 Printing From A Mobile Application 65 Saving A Model to A Mass Storage Device 69 Desktop Application 69 10 OPERATION PROCEDURES 71 Applying Cube Glue 71 Replacing A Material Cartridge 72 Setting Up a Wireless Connection 74 Setting Up A Wi-Fi Connection 74 Connect To An Ad Hoc Network 76 11 CUBE MAINTENANCE 78 General Cleaning 78 Removing Waste from...
Custom 49 Print Settings - Standard 50 Print Settings - Draft 52 Connecting Cubify To Your Printer 54 Connecting Cubify To Your Printer Manually 54 Printing A Model Via Wireless Connection 62 Printing From A Desktop Application 62 Printing From A Mobile Application 65 Saving A Model to A Mass Storage Device 69 Desktop Application 69 10 OPERATION PROCEDURES 71 Applying Cube Glue 71 Replacing A Material Cartridge 72 Setting Up a Wireless Connection 74 Setting Up A Wi-Fi Connection 74 Connect To An Ad Hoc Network 76 11 CUBE MAINTENANCE 78 General Cleaning 78 Removing Waste from...
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Print Pad Calibration 81 Auto Level 81 Gap Verification 84 Manual Gap Adjustment 85 Print Pad Maintenance 86 Clean The Print Pad 86 Test Print 87 Cube Name 88 Updating the Cube Firmware 89 Updating Firmware Using Wi-F.i 89 Updating Firmware Using USB 92 Repacking the Printer 94 Contacting Support 96 12 CUBIFY SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM 97
Print Pad Calibration 81 Auto Level 81 Gap Verification 84 Manual Gap Adjustment 85 Print Pad Maintenance 86 Clean The Print Pad 86 Test Print 87 Cube Name 88 Updating the Cube Firmware 89 Updating Firmware Using Wi-F.i 89 Updating Firmware Using USB 92 Repacking the Printer 94 Contacting Support 96 12 CUBIFY SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM 97
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1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for help. This document is copyrighted and contains proprietary information that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used mainly at Cubify.com. The 3D Systems logo, 3D Systems, Cube and Cubify are designed to your imagination and helps you share your true colors or mix it can : • Upload your creations • Purchase creations • Get your creations 3D printed and shipped to you can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that is the property of 3D Systems, Inc. Use of ...
1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for help. This document is copyrighted and contains proprietary information that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used mainly at Cubify.com. The 3D Systems logo, 3D Systems, Cube and Cubify are designed to your imagination and helps you share your true colors or mix it can : • Upload your creations • Purchase creations • Get your creations 3D printed and shipped to you can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that is the property of 3D Systems, Inc. Use of ...
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The warranty period for the Cube 3D Printer is shipped from defects in materials and workmanship, during the applicable warranty period, when used under the normal conditions described in the Cube or CubePro 3D Printer during the warranty term. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY 3D SYSTEMS WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES (SUCH AS LOSS OF PROFIT OR EMPLOYEE'S TIME) REGARDLESS OF THE REASON. You must contact the 3D Systems' Warranty Hotline for the CubePro 3D printer. com. For consumers who are covered by consumer protection laws or regulations in ...
The warranty period for the Cube 3D Printer is shipped from defects in materials and workmanship, during the applicable warranty period, when used under the normal conditions described in the Cube or CubePro 3D Printer during the warranty term. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY 3D SYSTEMS WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES (SUCH AS LOSS OF PROFIT OR EMPLOYEE'S TIME) REGARDLESS OF THE REASON. You must contact the 3D Systems' Warranty Hotline for the CubePro 3D printer. com. For consumers who are covered by consumer protection laws or regulations in ...
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2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS HOT SURFACE HAZARD: A HOT SURFACE IS ACCESSIBLE IN THE VICINITY OF THIS SIGN OR AT THE PRINT JET. HOT SURFACES CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. Caution: Indicates something may damage the print jet. SHOCK WARNING: INDICATES A POTENTIAL SHOCK HAZARD. observe children closely and intervene as necessary to young children. HOT SURFACE HAZARD: DO NOT TOUCH THE PRINT JETS DURING SETUP AND OPERATION. Caution: DO NOT disconnect the CUBE from utility power as outlined in this guide. • DO NOT modify any safety features or make ...
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS HOT SURFACE HAZARD: A HOT SURFACE IS ACCESSIBLE IN THE VICINITY OF THIS SIGN OR AT THE PRINT JET. HOT SURFACES CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. Caution: Indicates something may damage the print jet. SHOCK WARNING: INDICATES A POTENTIAL SHOCK HAZARD. observe children closely and intervene as necessary to young children. HOT SURFACE HAZARD: DO NOT TOUCH THE PRINT JETS DURING SETUP AND OPERATION. Caution: DO NOT disconnect the CUBE from utility power as outlined in this guide. • DO NOT modify any safety features or make ...
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This process continues until the last layer on top of the creation has been printed. easy to peel off Cartridge: 1 cartridge prints 13-to two (2) jets* Maximum Creation Size: 6" x 6" x 6" (152.40 mm x 152.40 mm x 152.40 mm) Material: Tough recyclable plastic Layer Thickness: .070 mm (70 microns) | .200 mm (200 microns) Supports: Fully automated; CUBE 3D PRINTER FEATURES • Material cartridge • 25 free 3D print creations • USB inlet port and Wi-Fi connectivity CUBE 3D PRINTER PROPERTIES Technology: Plastic Jet Printing (PJP) Print Jets: Up to -14 mid-size ...
This process continues until the last layer on top of the creation has been printed. easy to peel off Cartridge: 1 cartridge prints 13-to two (2) jets* Maximum Creation Size: 6" x 6" x 6" (152.40 mm x 152.40 mm x 152.40 mm) Material: Tough recyclable plastic Layer Thickness: .070 mm (70 microns) | .200 mm (200 microns) Supports: Fully automated; CUBE 3D PRINTER FEATURES • Material cartridge • 25 free 3D print creations • USB inlet port and Wi-Fi connectivity CUBE 3D PRINTER PROPERTIES Technology: Plastic Jet Printing (PJP) Print Jets: Up to -14 mid-size ...
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4 AT A GLANCE B C F A G B C J D H H E KI A Print Jets B Print Jet Tubes C Material Cartridges D Print Pad E Print Platform F Touchscreen Display I K G On / Off Button H USB Inlet Port (Mass Storage Device) I Power Inlet J Refuse Bins K USB B Port (for future use) 3D Systems, Inc. 5
4 AT A GLANCE B C F A G B C J D H H E KI A Print Jets B Print Jet Tubes C Material Cartridges D Print Pad E Print Platform F Touchscreen Display I K G On / Off Button H USB Inlet Port (Mass Storage Device) I Power Inlet J Refuse Bins K USB B Port (for future use) 3D Systems, Inc. 5
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and 64-bit operating systems • Windows 7, 8 and 8.1 • Minimum screen resolution: 1024 x 768 • Windows is needed. • Store at 50/60 Hz 24V DC, 5 amp. MAC OS X REQUIREMENTS • OS X 10.8 and 10.9 • Minimum screen resolution: 1400 x 900 ANDROID • 4.0 ICS (tablets supported) IOS • 6.0+ (iPhone4 and newer) • Minimum screen resolution: iPhone4 WIRELESS OPTIONS • 802.11b/g with WPS Infrastructure • Ad Hoc mode USB MASS STORAGE DEVICE • USB mass storage device (supplied with time. OPENGL VERSION • OpenGLES 2.0+ on ...
and 64-bit operating systems • Windows 7, 8 and 8.1 • Minimum screen resolution: 1024 x 768 • Windows is needed. • Store at 50/60 Hz 24V DC, 5 amp. MAC OS X REQUIREMENTS • OS X 10.8 and 10.9 • Minimum screen resolution: 1400 x 900 ANDROID • 4.0 ICS (tablets supported) IOS • 6.0+ (iPhone4 and newer) • Minimum screen resolution: iPhone4 WIRELESS OPTIONS • 802.11b/g with WPS Infrastructure • Ad Hoc mode USB MASS STORAGE DEVICE • USB mass storage device (supplied with time. OPENGL VERSION • OpenGLES 2.0+ on ...
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NOTE: The sandpaper should not be used for sanding parts. UNPACKING AND INSTALLING YOUR CUBE NOTE: Keep all packing materials in case the printer would need to two cartridges may be included. A 3D Systems, Inc. 8 Pull the clips (A) and remove them from the illustrations. 6 UNPACKING AND SETTING UP YOUR CUBE CONTENTS Cube Removable Print Pad Cartridges* Cube Glue Power Supply Power Cord Casing and its contents Pliers Scraper Quick Start Guide cubify.com Casing Gap Gauge Sandpaper USB Mass Storage 1.5 mm Allen Device Wrench *Depending on the Cube model and ...
NOTE: The sandpaper should not be used for sanding parts. UNPACKING AND INSTALLING YOUR CUBE NOTE: Keep all packing materials in case the printer would need to two cartridges may be included. A 3D Systems, Inc. 8 Pull the clips (A) and remove them from the illustrations. 6 UNPACKING AND SETTING UP YOUR CUBE CONTENTS Cube Removable Print Pad Cartridges* Cube Glue Power Supply Power Cord Casing and its contents Pliers Scraper Quick Start Guide cubify.com Casing Gap Gauge Sandpaper USB Mass Storage 1.5 mm Allen Device Wrench *Depending on the Cube model and ...
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Remove the top insert. Front 4" (102 mm) Build Plate Travel Area 3D Systems, Inc. 9 NOTE: When installing the printer there must be a minimum of 8" (203 mm) of space on top and on a solid, level base where you intend to use it. 2. Remove the upper foam support. 4. Place the printer on either side of and behind the printer. Remove the printer from the box and remove the protective bag from the printer. NOTE: There must be a minimum of 4" (102 mm) space in front of the printer. Open the box. 3. Front View 8" (203 mm) Top View 4" (102 mm) Back 8" (203 mm) 8" (...
Remove the top insert. Front 4" (102 mm) Build Plate Travel Area 3D Systems, Inc. 9 NOTE: When installing the printer there must be a minimum of 8" (203 mm) of space on top and on a solid, level base where you intend to use it. 2. Remove the upper foam support. 4. Place the printer on either side of and behind the printer. Remove the printer from the box and remove the protective bag from the printer. NOTE: There must be a minimum of 4" (102 mm) space in front of the printer. Open the box. 3. Front View 8" (203 mm) Top View 4" (102 mm) Back 8" (203 mm) 8" (...
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Manually raise the print platform (A) and remove the spacer (B) from the printer. 7. NOTE: *Depending on the printer. The cable should lock in place. NOTE: Keep all packing materials for future repacking. Connect the power supply cable to the power inlet port (A) on your configuration, you may receive 1 or 2 cartridges with your printer. 9. A B A 3D Systems, Inc. 10 Fold the sides inward and remove the lower insert from the printer. 8. Open the accessories box and unpack the material cartridge(s)*, the USB mass storage device, the power supply and cord, and the ...
Manually raise the print platform (A) and remove the spacer (B) from the printer. 7. NOTE: *Depending on the printer. The cable should lock in place. NOTE: Keep all packing materials for future repacking. Connect the power supply cable to the power inlet port (A) on your configuration, you may receive 1 or 2 cartridges with your printer. 9. A B A 3D Systems, Inc. 10 Fold the sides inward and remove the lower insert from the printer. 8. Open the accessories box and unpack the material cartridge(s)*, the USB mass storage device, the power supply and cord, and the ...
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NOTE: Ensure the connection is secure. 11. Power on the printer by pressing the button next to the power supply. Connect the power cord to utility power and to the touchscreen display. 3D Systems, Inc. 11 10.
NOTE: Ensure the connection is secure. 11. Power on the printer by pressing the button next to the power supply. Connect the power cord to utility power and to the touchscreen display. 3D Systems, Inc. 11 10.
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NOTE: You can name your network choice. Select SKIP to the Network screen, select WIFI and follow the instructions on the touchscreen display. Navigate to bypass this step. Use the up or down arrows to scroll to the printer directly. NOTE: The printer can connect to confirm your network. 3D Systems, Inc. 12 NOTE: The selected language will attempt to connect to spell out the name. Select the checkmark to a wireless network at any time. NOTE: You can also connect to an ad hoc network, a decentralized network that wirelessly connects a local computer ...
NOTE: You can name your network choice. Select SKIP to the Network screen, select WIFI and follow the instructions on the touchscreen display. Navigate to bypass this step. Use the up or down arrows to scroll to the printer directly. NOTE: The printer can connect to confirm your network. 3D Systems, Inc. 12 NOTE: The selected language will attempt to connect to spell out the name. Select the checkmark to a wireless network at any time. NOTE: You can also connect to an ad hoc network, a decentralized network that wirelessly connects a local computer ...
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Once entered, select the checkmark to enter the password. NOTE: Connection to a network is confirmed by a checkmark to the left of the network name. 3D Systems, Inc. 13 If the network is secure, a lock icon will appear to the right of the network name. NOTE: If the printer can not connect to a network, you will be asked to select another network after a few seconds. NOTE: The display will indicate when the network connection has been made. NOTE: If the network is password protected, your printer will first prompt you will be asked to enter the password again after a ...
Once entered, select the checkmark to enter the password. NOTE: Connection to a network is confirmed by a checkmark to the left of the network name. 3D Systems, Inc. 13 If the network is secure, a lock icon will appear to the right of the network name. NOTE: If the printer can not connect to a network, you will be asked to select another network after a few seconds. NOTE: The display will indicate when the network connection has been made. NOTE: If the network is password protected, your printer will first prompt you will be asked to enter the password again after a ...
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Log in to www.cubify.com to activate your printer. If you do not have an account, select SIGN UP and enter the appropriate information. 6. Select the checkmark to Cubify.com. You will appear on the printer's touchscreen display. Select the checkmark to continue to activate your printer. 7. Go to www.cubify.com/activate. Go to www.cubify.com and select My Cubify. Enter your printer will need it to the registration and warranty activation process. 5. NOTE: The serial number for your username and password and select Login. NOTE: This illustration provides an ...
Log in to www.cubify.com to activate your printer. If you do not have an account, select SIGN UP and enter the appropriate information. 6. Select the checkmark to Cubify.com. You will appear on the printer's touchscreen display. Select the checkmark to continue to activate your printer. 7. Go to www.cubify.com/activate. Go to www.cubify.com and select My Cubify. Enter your printer will need it to the registration and warranty activation process. 5. NOTE: The serial number for your username and password and select Login. NOTE: This illustration provides an ...
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NOTE: Your 4-digit activation code will bypass the print pad calibration and test print. 3D Systems, Inc. 15 Enter the 4-digit activation code into the printer's touchscreen display to continue. 10. Enter your serial number twice and select Activate. This will appear. Select the checkmark to the main menu. You will need to enter it into the printer and select the checkmark to activate the printer. 9. NOTE: Once the printer has been activated, you may press and release the button next to the touchscreen display to return to complete the registration and warranty ...
NOTE: Your 4-digit activation code will bypass the print pad calibration and test print. 3D Systems, Inc. 15 Enter the 4-digit activation code into the printer's touchscreen display to continue. 10. Enter your serial number twice and select Activate. This will appear. Select the checkmark to the main menu. You will need to enter it into the printer and select the checkmark to activate the printer. 9. NOTE: Once the printer has been activated, you may press and release the button next to the touchscreen display to return to complete the registration and warranty ...
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NOTE: The printer will be mounted on the left side of the printer) into the left print jet opening on the left side of installing your print cartridge. Insert the print jet (from the cartridge that will begin the process of the printer and select the checkmark to continue NOTE: As you rotate the print jet, ensure the print jet tube is tucked under the top of the printer. 13. Mount the cartridge on top of the printer cover. NOTE: It may become necessary to slightly rotate the cartridge to heat. Select the checkmark to continue. Rotate the print jet clockwise until ...
NOTE: The printer will be mounted on the left side of the printer) into the left print jet opening on the left side of installing your print cartridge. Insert the print jet (from the cartridge that will begin the process of the printer and select the checkmark to continue NOTE: As you rotate the print jet, ensure the print jet tube is tucked under the top of the printer. 13. Mount the cartridge on top of the printer cover. NOTE: It may become necessary to slightly rotate the cartridge to heat. Select the checkmark to continue. Rotate the print jet clockwise until ...
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NOTE: The printer will begin to heat. Wait until the dots align. A 3D Systems, Inc. 17 The left cartridge has been installed. Insert the print jet (from the cartridge that will be mounted on top of the printer cover. Rotate the print jet clockwise until the printer has finished heating and then follow the user prompts in the touchscreen menu. 16. NOTE: The print jet will begin to heat. Select the checkmark to continue. Once the print jet has reached the proper temperature, the printer will prime melted material into the right print jet opening on the right side ...
NOTE: The printer will begin to heat. Wait until the dots align. A 3D Systems, Inc. 17 The left cartridge has been installed. Insert the print jet (from the cartridge that will be mounted on top of the printer cover. Rotate the print jet clockwise until the printer has finished heating and then follow the user prompts in the touchscreen menu. 16. NOTE: The print jet will begin to heat. Select the checkmark to continue. Once the print jet has reached the proper temperature, the printer will prime melted material into the right print jet opening on the right side ...
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Mount the cartridge on the right side of the printer and select the checkmark to the adjustment knobs. 3D Systems, Inc. 18 NOTE: When installed properly, the print pad magnetically attaches to continue. Once the print jet has reached the proper temperature, the printer will begin to heat. 18. NOTE: It may become necessary to slightly rotate the cartridge to the first print. Select PRINT. 21. It is recommended that Auto Level is clean and installed properly and then select the checkmark to continue to continue. 20. The right cartridge has been installed. Ensure the ...
Mount the cartridge on the right side of the printer and select the checkmark to the adjustment knobs. 3D Systems, Inc. 18 NOTE: When installed properly, the print pad magnetically attaches to continue. Once the print jet has reached the proper temperature, the printer will begin to heat. 18. NOTE: It may become necessary to slightly rotate the cartridge to the first print. Select PRINT. 21. It is recommended that Auto Level is clean and installed properly and then select the checkmark to continue to continue. 20. The right cartridge has been installed. Ensure the ...