ENGLISH XYZprinting Nobel Superfine V3
Safety and Compliance Read the following safety instructions and contents of this manual before use, operation, maintenance, replacement or removal of any parts, components, or materials of the printer. For the latest information about the Nobel Superfine 3D Printer and XYZprinting products, please visit XYZprinting website (http://us.xyzprinting.com) or contact your sales representative. The following has been written in order to cover all possible printing scenarios.
Product Overview and Accessories The Nobel Superfine is shipped with the below parts and accessories. After unpacking, please check if there is any damage on the printer and accessories. Please contact customer support for any missing or defective parts and accessories.
Printing ③ Printing via WiFi Connection ●Install the Printing Software Install the printing software XYZware_Nobel from the bundled USB flash drive. ② Naming your printer provides better distinction when there are more than one printer on the same network. The printer name can be changed on printer's LCM (see P. 7 "Printer Name") or in XYZware_Nobel (see P. 12 "Change Printer name").
LCM Menus UTILITIES The "Utilities" menu gives the user control over the printer settings. Users can choose to refill resin manually, and move the Z-axis when necessary. REFILL RESIN Up Select "REFILL RESIN" and press "OK". Press and hold the UP key to infuse resin into the tank. Release the UP key until the resin reaching the "Max" mark. If you want to refill resin during printing, press "OK" to launch "ACTIVE MENU" page and select "REFILL RESIN". To refill resin, follow the same operations.
06 : 06 : the number of WIFI connections currently detected 20 : Maximum detected WIFI The list will be replaced by the actual WiFi connections found in your area. To view more available network, press Down key to move to the next page. Press [OK] to enter the password. Press [OK] to read the instruction on inputing the password with the printer control panel. ■Input the WiFi Password Enter password with the control panel and press "OK" to activate the WiFi function.
BUZZER When the buzzer is turned on, the printer will output an audible signal when a button is pressed. Buzzer is turned on by default. To switch off the buzzer: Select “OFF” and press [OK] to change the setting. ENERGY SAVE LED backlight of the LCM enhances the readibility of the content of the display. To save energy consumed, the backlight will go off after the printer idles for 3 minutes (shown as 03M on the display) by default. To set a longer time interval: Backlight will never go off.
INFO Under “Info” menu, you can check the statistics and firmware version of the printer, status of resin bottle installed, and information on XYZprinting. SYSTEM VERSION Firmware version is shown here. To ensure optimal printing performance, it is advised to keep the firmware up to date. To check for firmware updates, please go to XYZware_Nobel. SYSTEM VERSION ENGINE:1.6.0.1 LCM :0.1.
HELP The URL to XYZprinting website can be found here. You may go to the website for the latest information, product documents, tutorial video and more. PRINT FROM USB Import the 3D model into XYZware_Nobel, select "EXPORT" to save in USB flash disk as ".3wn" file format, and save the sliced file in the USB drive. Plug the flash drive into the USB port on the front of the printer. Select "PRINT FROM USB" on control panel to open the model list, select the file to print.
XYZware_Nobel Before printing from PC, please first install XYZware_Nobel on your device. "XYZware_Nobel" Installer can be found in the bundled USB drive or at XYZprinting website: http://support.xyzprinting.com/us_en/Help/download (login is required) Windows version: Mac version: Supported operating systems: Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10 Supported Mac OS X operating systems: Mac OS X 10.9 / 10.10 / 10.11 / 10.
C. Save as .stl or .3ws file: Save all objects on the platform to a single stl/3ws file. Any adjustment to the size or placement of the objects will apply to the file. D. Setup printing preference and send the objects for printing: Once your device is connected to the printer, click "Print" to open printout setting window (options are the same as "Export" window). Set your printing preference based on the features of the objects and hit "Print" to proceed. E.
WIFI Connection WiFi connection can be set up on the printer directly or through XYZware_Nobel installed on PC. To set up the connection through XYZware_Nobel, please connect the printer and the PC with the USB cable supplied in the package firstly, and following the steps below: ① On the main page of the XYZware_Nobel, press "Printer Monitor" in the lower right corner, and then press "My Printer". ② Press "Wireless Setting". ③ Press "Scan" and select the desired WIFI network from the drop-down list.
Change the Printer Name Please follow the below steps to change the printer name in XYZware_Nobel. ① On the main page of the XYZware_Nobel, press "Printer Monitor" in the lower right corner, and then press "My Printer". ② Press "Wireless Setting". ③ Rename the printer with the first column and press "Update".
Install and Remove the Resin Tank Removal Turn the two knobs (indicated as red circle) of the resin tank in the counterclockwise direction and remove the resin tank. Installation Reinstall the resin tank on its original position(The "MAX" mark should be located on the left up side), and turn the knobs of the resin tank in the clockwise direction.
Check Before Every Print A. Check the following items to ensure printing quality and the operation of the printer. ●Clean the print platform Scrap off any residue and remove excess resin from the surface of the platform. Make sure there are no prints or residue on the platform. Reinstall the platform, push the platform to the end and turn it clockwise with both hands to ensure platform is correctly positioned. ●Clear the resin tank Note 1.
Spray alcohol on the tank and the Teflon surface, and wait for around 1 minute. Clear the surface of the tank gently with plastic scraper. Pour remaining alcohol left in the tank into the waste bin. Repeat these steps until all residue has been removed. You can either wait until the alcohol in the tank evaporates completely or wipe away the alcohol with a softness lint-free cloth. Note If resin in tank is cured, please replace the tank.
B. Also make sure that the printer and the printout setting is optimized by following the tips below. Optimize the placement and the support structure of the model with the ”Rotate”, “Support” and “Brim” functions in the software. ●Rotate: For models of top-heavy structure, with less contact with the platform, or with any larger solid layer, please rotate the model to reduce the effect of peeling force during build process.
Printed Object Removal and Cleaning When removing prints from the printer, follow the procedure to post-process the object and maintain your printer. Turn the platform locker counterclockwise until it stops. And pull the platform to remove it. Use the scraper to remove print. Rinse part in Alcohol (≧ 75% Alcohol) Pour alcohol into the rinse basket, shake the print for 5 minutes, then rub it with your fingers thoughroughly. Note 1.
Printer Cleanup and Maintenance 1. Please refer to P14 for cleanup operation of the print platform and the resin tank. 2. Uncured resin in the tank can be left for future printing. To prevent dust from accumulating on the resin, always cover the lid over the printer after removing any residue from the tank or the platform. 3. Place the printer away from direct sunlight or UV lighting, even if the lid is covered, or resin in tank may cure and solidify.
Specification Nobel Superfine Printer Print Technology DLP(Digital Light Processing) AC Input 100-240V 50/60Hz, 24V/2.5A(60W) UV Light Source UV LED λ 405nm Printer Dimension(W*D*H) 290 * 357 * 426.5 mm Maximum Printing Area(W*D*H) 64 *40 *120mm Net Weight 11 Kg X/Y Axis Resolution 50µm Print Material Photopolymer Resin Z Axis Resolution 25µm / 50µm / 100µm OS Support Windows 7, 8, 10 Mac OS X 10.9 / 10.10 / 10.11 / 10.12 File Format .stl / XYZ format .3ws/.
● Error Code 1003: NFC tag reader malfunctioned Suggestion: Contact customer service center directly. ● Error Code 1004: Engine board malfunctioned Suggestion: Contact customer service center directly. ● Error Code 1009: WIFI module malfunctioned Suggestion: Contact customer service center directly. ● Error Code 100A: Z axis motor malfunctioned Suggestion: Turn off the printer and confirm if the printing platform and the resin tank are installed correctly.
● Error Code 2004: Lid not covered during printing Suggestion: Place the lid on the printer before printing. If the lid is placed correctly, please remove the lid, select "INFO">"SENSOR STATUS", tap the lid sensor and see if the status of "C" switches from 0 to 1. If the value doesn't switch accordingly, then the sensor is malfunctioning. Contact the service center after you have checked the status of the printer.
