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1. Owner s Manual Pegasus Touch 3D Printer RO 1 May 4 2014 work in progress 2014 Full Spectrum Laser 3D LLC http fsI3d com Contents al deefe re EE 6 Icons Used in This Manual s ccccccsecseees cave veesesevesepessaxeseteaseueesiensebesss 6 Part We ately EE 7 OVVIE W geet eege Seele dee 7 Laser Sata EE 8 Compliance Statement oooococcconccncconcccncnoncnnnnnnnnnnonannnnnnnnnnnnnnanananass 9 General Precautions EE 11 WORMS EE 11 RESI ee eene ees 11 Isopropyl Alcohol EE 12 Parte Getting Started BEE 13 KEE ee Ee e 13 A A 13 Parts ana EE dg Geet ines tine SNE E ed EE bg 14 Additional Recommended Tools 14 Unpacking E 15 SEIU EE 15 Build Tray Vat Reference Drawing occcccccccncconcccncnnccancnananannnnos 18 Build platform EE 19 Double Chec K eegene Ge ads 19 RetinaCreate software Installaton eee e teen teen ees 19 A a A a ia aia a a idea 20 Add a model E 20 View Control 20 Zoom In Out with a Mouse 0 2 cece cece eee ee cece cence ceeeeeeuueeeauneeeauees 20 Change View with a Mouse ccc eee eee ee eee eee cece eee ee eee eee 20 Pall EE 20 Moving and Orienting Models cece cece ee eect cece e eee e eee ee eee 21 MOWING ANC RE ET e EE EN EN UN e EE EN Generate EEN ee 22 Manual Support Modification 22 O telah ated e a aks 22 Part 4 After e le e BEE 24 Removing the Build Platform enee ee te eee a ee 24 let Cat RE 24 General EE 24 Repair Imperfect Printers eek lado 25 Part 5 Touch Screen Int2. any solvents or other liquid solutions as these will leave some streaking and your print performance will degrade You may use first contact polymer solution to clean mirrors when extremely dirty http www photoniccleaning com Follow all manufacturer instructions when using first contact polymer Removing cured pieces from failed prints In case of a failed print you will need to remove cured resin remnants from the build tray Lightly run a soft rubber spatula across the bottom surface of the tray to find the pieces and dislodge them Tweezers are never a good idea because the sharp tips can damage the silicone release layer Transportation To transport the printer please follow the instructions below e Clean excess resin from the build platform with isopropyl alcohol and paper towels e Wrap the build platform in plastic wrap and reattach to the printer e Clean the resin tray as instructed in next part wrap the tray and put it back in the printer Use a zip tie to secure the VAT holder to the magnet switch bracket to prevent it from moving during transport If you do not secure the VAT holder the VAT may be damaged e Lower the build platform by manually turning the Z lead screw all the way down until it presses against the VAT e Position the protectors or scoring cardboard over the front edges and bind in place using plastic wrap e Rebox the printer and accessories in the original package as they were when you receiv
3. carries a 1 year warranty and will be replaced free of charge if it cures in the bottle without light exposure excludes shipping handling charges b VATs Build tray We estimate every 2 4L of resin the antistick surface of the VAT will be consumed and the VAT will need to be replaced The antistick layer of the tray may begin to cloud after many prints To limit this and extend the life or the tray vary the printing location You can buy replacement VATs from FSL3D c Build platform Constant removing parts from the build platform will eventually wear down the aluminum surface We estimate it to last 10L or more of printing You may want to consider spare build platforms if you print change resin frequently Spares platforms will allow to begin a new print immediately after the previous print d 45 degree First Surface Mirror This mirror should never wear out but if resin falls on it then it will likely need to be replaced unless cleaned immediately with first contact polymer solution www photoniccleaning com Excluded Events The warranty is valid for normal use only and excludes Acts of God user error and use outside of normal parameters Parts covered in spilled resin are considered user error and are not covered under warranty e Always ensure the printing surface is level as the resin can spill while printing e Never fill the resin past the fill line e Always use a 9 5 x14 5 cutting board over the VAT whenever removin
4. printers up to 3000mm sec laser draw speed Z Motor Control screw driven stepping motor 5 micron step resolution On board computer 1GHz processor with 512MB SDRAM for on board processing 2 GB internal storage 8GB microSD external storage Display 4 3 LCD Color Touchscreen Interfaces USB Ethernet WiFi requires optional dongle USB key Build Volume up to 7 x7 x9 build area Dimensions 11 x14 x22 5 Weight 29lbs Power 24V 2 5Amp external power brick lt 75W total power draw Appendix D Material Safety Data resin In progress
5. tray to avoid the resin dripping into the printer Double Check Please double check the list below before you proceed to next steps Are all tapes and films removed from all the printer parts Are the resin tray and the build platform securely installed Is resin filled to maximum fill line Do not overfill the resin Is the printer well connected to the power outlet Is the printer connected to your computer with the Ethernet cable USB cable or wirelessly RetinaCreate software Installation Download the latest software from http fsI3d com and follow the onscreen instructions Ensure you read understand and agree to the terms in the End User Licensing Agreement Remember that the RetinaCreate software license is valid only when used with printers and materials from FSL3D or approved partners Part 3 Printing Add a model Open RetinaCreate and select Add Model under the Scene menu Load the model you want to print RetinaCreate supports stl and obj files The box with grid lines on the bottom in the middle of your screen represents the build platform the printer RetinaCreate will place the model in the middle of the grid when you add a model Keep in mind that the build platform is upside down in the printer Ex owes rf rent men lt iis git we d mees A Kisel all ite Basoari twos e n View Control Zoom In Out with a Mouse Roll up the mouse wheel to zoom in and roll down t
6. A issued Laser Notice No 50 to permit manufacturers to classify and manufacture their products in accordance with the International Standard 21 CFR 1040 and IEC 60825 1 require that certification identification and warning labels be placed on laser products Reproductions of the labels found on the Full Spectrum Hobby Advanced Laser System follow with locations specified 1 Certification Identification Label This sticker is located on the rear of the machine Any updates to the information date of manufacture and manufacturer address are added as adhesive overlays Full Spectrum Laser LLC 6216 S Sandhill Rd Las Vegas NV 89120 USA Model Number Serial Number Date of Manufacture Class 1 Laser Product General Precautions Please follow the instructions below Work Area gt bp e The Printer must be installed on a level surface to prevent spillage of resin The resin may spill out during the lift cycles if the surface is uneven e Always use a 9 x14 5 wide cutting board eg Amazon ASIN BOOE4WRVTI or other drip protector when removing the build head Otherwise Resin may drip over the front of the printer e Never remove the build tray without first removing the build head Otherwise Resin may drip from the head down onto the internal components of the printer e The Printer must be installed in a location away from direct sunlight or intense artificial light sources e The work area should be kept at o
7. SB Client for PC USB Connection USB Host WiFi Drive Ethernet Data Power DC 24V 2 5A IN Figure 2 Connections Build Tray Vat Reference Drawing DA lo Vat Retaining Locating Holes Max Fill Line PDMS Fill Line i Min Fill Line DETAIL A SCALE 2 3 e Never remove the VAT without first removing the build head Otherwise resin will drip onto the internal components of the printer Pull the tray horizontally to remove Push back on the VAT to return to the printer until you feel the click Pour resin into the tank Use only FSL3D approved resin otherwise your machine may be damaged and warranty voided In addition the RetinaCreate software license is valid only with use with materials from FSL3D or approved partners e Be careful not to exceed the maximum fill line to avoid spillage while printing e f more resin is needed while printing you can always pause the printer and pour more resin Press the pause button on the LCD screen or simply open the lid to pause the print Build platform e Always place a 9 x14 5 cutting board over the VAT before removing NM e the build platform to avoid resin drips over the front of the machine To remove the build platform loosen the large thumbscrew enough so the build head slides out It is not necessary to fully remove the hand screw Apply a downward pressure to slide the build plate out Always make sure to remove the platform before the resin
8. The Wing icon is used to indicate information that will help you operate A more efficiently Part 1 Safety Overview To ensure a safe working environment it is necessary to treat the printer and accessories with care Please carefully read all instructions before attempting to operate your 3D Printer Use only printing materials from FSL3D or approved partners Use of other materials may damage your machine or void your warranty Modifying the printer without FSL3D s approval will invalidate the warranty and may pose a health hazard Never attempt to operate your Printer with the lid open or attempt to override the safety interlock system When you receive your Printer please carefully inspect it for any shipping damage and contact us immediately via email if there are any issues please include your unit s serial number and photos of the problem A Caution Modifying the machine or overriding the safety interlock may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure Laser safety The standard reference for laser safety is the American Standard for the Safe Use of Lasers Z136 1 2000 developed by the American National Standards Institute ANSI This reference is the basis for many of the federal regulations for laser and laser system manufacturers and for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA laser safety guidelines It contains detailed information concerning proper installation and use of laser syste
9. ail support Table 1 Packing List Quantity Pegasus Touch 8D printer 1 pc Build Platform with Thumbscrew Resin tray vat 1 pc Ethernet cable 1 pc 500mL Starter Resin 1 bottle Additional Recommended Tools FSL3D recommends the purchase of a number of tools for removing prints from the build plate cleaning prints and filtering resin Some of these tools are sharp and can pose a danger if used improperly The resin can be slippery so it is important to be aware of your grip and directions of motion when removing parts from the build plate Always take care when removing parts from the build platform and handle tools in a safe manner FSL3D recommends the purchase of the following additional accessories for print finishing available at Amazon com and other suppliers Part removal e Nitrile or dishwasher gloves eg Amazon BOO4E3LN96 e 9 x14 5 Wide Cutting Board eg Amazon BOOE4WRVTI e Steel paint scraper as a chisel eg Tooluxe 6 in 1 Painter s Tool Amazon BOOOVOK13Q e Flush cutters eg Xuron 170 II Amazon BOOOIBSFAI e Rubber mallet to tap the steel paint scraper eg Home Depot 31030 Part finishing e 1 2L glass container for soaking finished parts in IPA eg Amazon BOOOOCFGS5I e 2 5 ounce spray bottle eg Amazon BOOONJHNLW e Tongs eg Amazon B000040CK1 e Tweezers eg Amazon BOOBG8WW2Y Unpacking e Unwrap machine and inspect for damages e Cut zip ties holding the VAT holder e Cut zip ties holdi
10. ay as normal waste They are non recyclable e Resin in liquid form must be cured before thrown away Put the liquid in aclear plastic bottle or bag and use sunlight or UV lamp to cure Appendix A Troubleshooting Hardware Issue Machine does not recognize closed cover Solution Adjustment of the cover may be necessary This can be accomplished with a set Issue Prints fail to adhere to build plate Solution The VAT levelling screws may need adjustment to ensure flat contact against the build VAT Contact support for more information Software Issue Machine does not boot for more than one minute Solution Unplug power cable from machine not at wall for 5 seconds and plug back in Appendix B Warranty Statement FSL3D warranties the Pegasus Touch 3D Laser printer for a base period of 90 days Extended warranty periods are available at the time of purchase Covered parts The following parts are covered during the warranty period laser diode galvos motors power supply linear rails electronics touchscreen display Not covered consumable parts The following parts are considered consumable and are not covered under any warranty and need to be replaced periodically a Resin Once cured resin cannot be reused However uncured liquid resin can be reused for the next print Do not return used resin to the Original bottle to avoid contamination Always store unused resin ina dark cabinet or bottle Unopened unused resin
11. e the responsibility of the customer The warranty includes parts and labor only Shipping of defective and replacement components to from FSL3D is excluded by the warranty The customer may arrange their own shipping or drop parts off to exchange parts at our warehouse free of charge Typically Full Spectrum Laser has most replacement parts on hand for immediate shipment of under warranty parts Advance Replacement Policy Within the first 30 days FSL3D will advance replace any failed part free of charge After the first 30 days all defective parts must be returned to FSL postage paid for evaluation before replacements are issued unless otherwise authorized FSL3D s warranty policy is to repair parts whenever possible and replacing them only if they are unrepairable Thus all warranty parts must be returned first to determine if they can be repaired Accuracy and Tolerance Statement FSL3D makes no specific accuracy or tolerance guarantees but machines are designed with full end user calibration adjustment Users may self calibrate their machines to fine tune accuracy requirements For details contact FSL3D tech support Appendix C Pegasus Touch Specifications Technology 405nm solid state diode laser cured liquid resin Average Laser Beam Spot Size 80um FWHM XY Position Control 16 bit Digital to Analog Converter DAC to closed loop galvanometer 3 micron positioning resolution XY Draw Speed up to 10x faster than other consumer 3D
12. ed e Wash the build platform with isopropyl alcohol Allow to dry You want to wash the platform right away after each print Leaving it in the air will make it very hard to clean later o You don t need to wash the platform if you use the same resin for your next prints In this case please put the platform back in the printer right away Post curing e Printed objects are by design cured to about 90 strength to extend the useful life of the non stick layer of the VATs e To cure fully you may place the models in sunlight after cleaning them e Placing models in sunlight to cure may cause the models to turn slightly yellow as sunlight contains a wide spectrum of light that breaks down color additives in the resin e Alternatively to preserve the best color or transparency of the model cure the model under a 285nm UV light source eg Phillips 325126 bulbs Amazon B00172Y0H4 After it is cured under 285nm light give it a anti UV clear coat such as Krylon 1305 to best preserve color Amazon B00397STRW Repair Imperfect Prints Follow instructions below to repair imperfect models Repair can only be done when the model came out nearly perfect but with small holes or broken parts e Prepare a toothpick resin natural sunlight or a 405nm laser point 220 1500 grit sand paper e Dip the toothpick in the resin and fill the hole completely with the resin Try to be accurate in order to reduce sanding later on Do the same to g
13. ed them Resin Care Handling e Please wear protective gloves when handling resin If you get any on your skin wash thoroughly with soap and water immediately The resin can cause mild skin irritation e Never ingest resin nor use print parts for that purpose e Never pour resin back into the original bottle to avoid contamination Keep unused resin in the VAT or pour it out into a secondary dark bottle and store in a dark cabinet e Cured resin is safe to touch and handle without gloves or other protection e Refer to Appendix H for chemical information Refilling e Pause the print e Pour resin directly into the tray Do not exceed the maximum fill line as it will spill and damage the printer while printing Spills Clean up immediately before it hardens To clean printer body and mirrors use isopropyl alcohol and paper towels or clean microfiber cloths e Use only first contact polymer solution to clean mirrors never clean the mirrors with solvents e To clean up the cover Never use isopropyl alcohol or solutions including IPA use warm water and mild dish soap Storage e Always store the resin in opaque bottles or under the printer cover Natural light will cure the resin Reusing e You can reuse the remaining resin in the tray but do not return it to its original bottle since it may result in contamination Keep it in the tray under the cover Disposal e Cleaned parts and cured resin can be thrown aw
14. editing program It includes basic 3D manipulation tools for part placement orientation and size RetinaCreate uses the standard STL file format produced by many 3D programs such as Blender ZBrush AutoDesk Inventor Solidworks etc Models may contain defects such as holes that prevent them from being printed For advanced 3D editing and repair features consider using 3rd party 3D preprocessing software such as the freely available MeshMixer www meshmixer com or NetFabb Private Professional www netfab com Both of these programs will allow you to repair broken STL files before printing Scene Save Scene L3 Chez did Wi Co Load Scene 74 alt a i a y Add Advanced Support Print To Left Right Front Top Isometric Model Clear Scene Options Als File Add Model Will add desired model on the grid lines within the black background the workspace Scene gt select Add Model gt select stl or obj file gt open Save Scene Will save the whole scene including the supports and advanced options Scene gt select Save Scene gt save Load Scene Will load the whole scene including the supports and advanced options Scene gt select Load Scene gt select a Scene File fslscene gt open Clear Scene Will delete the whole scene but test patterns remain Scene gt select Clear Scene Support All Will automatically support all the models in the scene Generate Base Only The program creates a flat base with t
15. erlac et ld nido 27 A O 27 Pause Play and SO Eege idad ida ei o 28 Network Settings cic inienn cae rieril eiii 28 Calibr atO m AAC A die ee os ieatere AEE EE A GEE 28 FSESD APP E 29 Part 6 iRstimaCre ato patita 30 AS A A A 30 Save as Job The program will save your scene c0occocccccccccnncccnnos 31 Part7 ETH td ar 32 Pegasus Touch Laser 3D Printer Care 32 To keep the body of Pegasus clean use microfiber cloth to wipe the outside If you want shine for the cover use products specifically recommended for acrylic ex Novus 1 Avoid products that contain ammonia ex WINdO til id EE 32 a A A Sacha beta Sacha tata 32 ROSIN Gane EE 33 Appendix A Trobblesho0 tdi add tdi 35 e A II A A 35 e e e ae acne ke 35 Appendix B Warranty Statement ccc cceee cece eee eee eee eee teen eee ena 36 Appendix C Pegasus Touch Specifications c cceeeeee cece eee eee 39 Appendix D Material Safety Data iresim i eee eee 40 Introduction Thank you for your purchase of a Pegasus Touch Laser 3D Printer by FSL3D It is our wish that this product adds value to your business or hobby activities for years to come Please take time to read this manual in its entirety to safely use your device to its full potential For more information and products please visit http fsI3d com Icons Used in This Manual This icon marks Warnings and Cautions Please pay special attention to information associated with this icon
16. f the calibration screen In order to traverse the laser across the build area it will be necessary to utilize the three laser step sizes available in the bottom right of the calibration screen Steer the laser to the center of each of the printed dots and press the Add Point button Once the 25 points have been added press the Accept button to compute and store a new calibration table This will overwrite the previous calibration table Press the Close button when finished or to cancel calibration Motor Up Motor Down Laser State OFF Motor State idle Remove Point Add Point Current Point 0 25 Home Motors Z Up Left 9 Up Right Write Homing File 3 Reset 6 Right 3 Down Left 2 Down 1 Down Right Laser Position 32767 32767 ei s Small O m Medium Large Step Size 20 20 Figure 5 3 The calibration screen FSL3D App Store The FSL3D logo in the top left of the home screen is a button which opens up the FSL3D App Store You can only connect to the app store with a working internet connection From the FSL3D App Store you can browse printable models and print directly from the web Models in the FSL3D App Store have been tested and should successfully print on your Pegasus Touch printer Part 6 RetinaCreate Overview RetinaCreate is an easy to use program for preparing 3D models for printing on your Pegasus Touch RetinaCreate is intended only to facilitate printing objects it is not a general purpose 3D
17. g the build platform to prevent spills when removing the build platform e Always remove the build platform before removing the VAT to prevent drips from falling into the internal parts of the machine Return Policy Products purchased directly from FSL3D Within the first 30 days you may return the machine subject to a 20 restocking fee shipping fees if the 3D Printer is opened due to the need to replace consumable items If it is returned new unopened or order cancelled only a 5 restocking fee shipping fees if any is applied Consumable items build plate VAT resin may not be returned if opened If unopened they are subject to a 5 restocking shipping fees Products purchased from other 3rd party distributors or resellers review the 3rd party distributor reseller return policy Shipping Expenses Within the first 30 days FSL3D will replace or repair any defective parts free of charge and pay for ground shipping of parts if you paid FSL3D for shipping on your order Overnight shipping is available at extra charge If you picked up in person or used your own shipping methods FSL considers the parts to be sold FOB our warehouse and you must arrange your own shipping or pickup replacement parts as FSL does did not make the original shipping arrangements Outside the first 30 days Full Spectrum Laser will replace or repair any defective within the warranty period free of charge but all shipping charges to and from FSL8D ar
18. he model without any cylinder supports The base will be attached to the given model Clear All Supports The program removes all supports on every models that is place inside the grid line 3D space this includes any cylinder column and flat base supports However if you choose to left click with your mouse on a specific model and click on this function it will only remove that specific model supports Analyze Only The program will highlight areas that need supports for a successful print out of your model These highlighted areas will be color yellow and red As matter of fact the red area must have support for a successful print out Save as Job The program will save your scene Part 7 Maintenance Pegasus Touch Laser 3D Printer Care To keep the body of Pegasus clean use microfiber cloth to wipe the outside If you want shine for the cover use products specifically recommended for acrylic ex Novus 1 Avoid products that contain ammonia ex Windex Please DO NOT clean the cover with isopropyl alcohol since it will cause permanent damage to the acrylic Never remove the build platform without first placing a 9 5 x14 5 cutting board on top of the vat to prevent resin drips Never remove the VAT before removing the build platform to prevent resin damage to the mirror or galvanometers Wipe mirrors only with a dry microfiber cloth Never attempt to clean the galvo mirrors or the first surface 45 degree mirror with
19. lue parts and put them together e Leave the model in the sun to cure You may use a laser point which is faster e Once fully cured sand the bump to smooth the surface Wash with IPA to clean any dust Part 5 Touch Screen Interface The Pegasus Touch comes equipped with a touch screen interface on the front of the machine From this screen you can monitor prints pause and stop prints configure network settings calibrate the printer and print models directly from the FSL3D App Store The screen will also provide you with critical information such as lid open warnings and resin refill warnings y Py Cy Se pegasus touch Figure 5 1 The Pegasus tough home screen The top left icon opens the FSL3D App Store The ethernet icon in the top center left opens up the network configuration window The gear in the top right opens up the calibration screen Print Monitoring When the printer is in an active print job a screen is displayed which animates the print job In the bottom left of this screen the elapsed time and expected total time are displayed Then it lists how many slices are left to print out of the total number of slices Figure 5 2 An image of the Pegasus Touch Screen During Printing Pause Play and Stop The user can pause resume and stop jobs by pressing the two buttons in the top right of the screen When the stop button is pressed the printer will cease lasing and slowly raise the build platform
20. menu will be covered in depth in Part 6 Manual Support Modification e Clicking on a support will select it selected supports are highlighted in red e Press the delete key to manually delete the selected support e Left click on a support and hold the left mouse button to drag the support e Hold down the CTRL key and click on the model to add supports Print RetinaCreate displays the connected printers on the upper left hand side of your screen You will see green circles the word Idle and the printer s IP when the printer is ready Click the green circle with a triangle to start printing RetinaCreate will transfer the model to the printer The number of slices transferred will be shown on the bottom of your screen Please do not disconnect the cable or close RetinaCreate before it says All Transferred If you are printing a big model and need more resin while printing simply click pause button pour more resin in the tank and restart the printing Part 4 After Printing Removing the Build Platform e When the model has finished printing wait at least 10 minutes to allow excess resin to drip out before opening the lid e Insert a 9 5 x14 5 cutting board and lay it on top of the VAT Always insert the cutting board before removing the build platform to avoid dripping resin inside the machine e Remove the build head as described Part 2 Build platform e Rotate the platform to face upward or hold a contai
21. ms While the ANSI standard itself does not have the force of law its recommendations including warning signage training and the designation of a laser safety officer may be compulsory under local workplace regulations when operating laser systems above Class It is the operator s responsibility to ensure that the installation and operation of the Full Spectrum Laser Hobby Advanced Laser System is performed in accordance with all applicable laws Copies of ANSI Standard Z136 1 2000 are available from Laser Institute of America 12424 Research Parkway Suite 125 Orlando FL 32826 407 380 1553 Never remove any of the case panels of the Printer Removal of case panels will expose you to danger and void your warranty Overriding the interlock system can expose you to Class 3B Laser Radiation The Pegasus Touch 8D printer is a Class 1 Laser System The Printer case has a safety interlock switch that deactivates the laser if the cover is opened during operation and no special precautions are necessary to operate the unit safely 200mW CW MAXIMUM 405nm Compliance Statement The Pegasus Touch 3D printer is a Class 1 Laser Product as defined in International Standard IEC 60825 1 Pegasus Touch complies with 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 the Federal Performance Standards for Light Emitting Products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No 50 dated June 24 2007 The Center for Devices and Radiological Health of the US FD
22. ner under the platform to catch any resin e Scrape excess resin off the build platform into the tray before transferring to the finishing station e Make sure you keep the cover closed to protect the resin from external UV light Finishing Steps General Steps e Transfer the platform to your self prepared finishing station e Use the corner of the paint scraper to release some part of the base of your model then remove the whole model The scraper may be sharp Please be careful not to hurt yourself Sometimes you may find it useful to use a rubber mallet in conjunction with the scraper to work the part off e Torinse excess resin from the model fill your container with 99 isopropyl alcohol IPA and place your model inside Let it soak for 15 minutes You may try holding the model with tongs and swirling the model inside the container filled with IPA to work out any loose resin We recommend you cover the container with a plate to prevent excessive evaporation of the IPA e Take the model out of the IPA using the tongs after soaking for 15 minutes e Remove the supports carefully o Use the flush cutters to snip away supports or chisel them away with the paint scrapper rubber mallet e Put the model on some paper tissue to dry o You may use 220 1500 sandpaper to sand away any unwanted marks after the model is fully dry o Clean sanding dust with isopropyl alcohol o You may want to clear coat or paint the model as desir
23. ng the resin and accessories and remove resin accessories from printer Setup Make sure that your printer is on a level surface away from direct sunlight and in a temperature controlled location After removing all accessories from the interior of the machine and ensuring it is clean it is time to connect to your machine 1 Connect the Ethernet port of the machine to a free port on your internet router using the supplied Ethernet cable 2 Ethernet is the preferred interface but USB PC connection requires microUSB cable not supplied and WiFi requires dongle not supplied are also supported You may also load jobs via USB key Refer to instructions at the user forums at http fsI3d com forums for more information 3 Plug the power adapter into a convenient mains power outlet Plug the DC barrel connector into the power port on the machine 5 The machine should boot within 90 seconds E The Pegasus Touch can get print data from one of five sources 1 Over Ethernet from the RetinaCreate job preparation and machine management software 2 From a USB flash drive 3 Over WiFi requires optional Tenda W311M USB WiFi dongle not supplied eg Amazon BOO6GCYAOS 4 Over USB cable requires microUSB cable not supplied eg Amazon B004GF8TIK 5 Directly from the FSL3D Model Marketplace 1 Cover 2 Touchscreen 3 Front Panel 4 Case 5 Power and Data Ports Figure 1 Exterior View 1 microU
24. o zoom out Change View with a Mouse To change the view right click anywhere on the screen and move the mouse around Move the mouse to the left to rotate in clockwise and the right to rotate in counter clockwise Drag the mouse down to achieve top view and drag up to achieve the bottom view Pan To move the screen view as a whole press down the mouse wheel and move the Mouse around Moving and Orienting Models Moving and Sizing Click on the model and you will see red green and black arrows surrounding the model Red and green arrows are to move the model in the direction where they are pointing to Left click on the arrows and drag to move the model The black arrow on the top of the model pointing upward is to change size of the model Left click on the arrow and drag up and down to increase or decrease the dimensions of the model Orienting The curved bars attached to the arrows are to change the model s orientation Green Red Blue bars represent Y X Z axis respectively Left click and drag vertically the Green and the Red bars to change X Y orientations of the model Left click and drag horizontally to change Z orientation of the model Generate Supports Supports are important for a successful print especially for models with overhangs For now you only have one model to print Select Support All under the Scene menu RetinaCreate will generate supports with a base for your model The drop down
25. or light may enter and cure the resin It is important that the unit be kept out of direct sunlight or high intensity artificial light e Do not pour used resin back into the original bottle to avoid contamination It is safe to store resin in the build tray for a period of 24hrs or less between prints For periods gt 24hrs we recommend the build tray should be emptied and the resin should be filtered and placed in a light proof container amber Nalgene Lab Bottles work well e We recommend colored resins be gently stirred with a spoon for 5 minutes before use if left sitting for more than 7 days due to possible pigment settling e All Resin should be stored in a cool dry place e Please refer to Appendix G for information on handling storage properties and an outline of Material Safety of the resin Isopropyl Alcohol Isopropyl Alcohol IPA is commonly used to remove uncured resin to finish parts see Part 4 Finishing Steps FSL3D does not manufacture or sell IPA Standard 99 IPA is available from Amazon or your local grocery convenience store Please read and follow all usage and safety instructions provided with the IPA that you purchase Good ventilation is strongly recommended Keep away from fire heat or sparks Containers should be kept closed or covered when not in use Always follow instructions provided from your IPA supplier Consult the provider for more information Part 2 Getting Started Overview The foll
26. owing section is a brief guide to getting up and running Setup of the Pegasus Touch usually takes less than 10 minutes but there are a few things to take care of before it arrives e Install RetinaCreate software e Prepare your work area e Purchase 99 IPA for cleaning of parts e Purchase protective gloves Disposable nitrile gloves work well e Purchase cleaning and removal tools e Save the box and packaging It is necessary for shipping if your unit requires repair or warranty service Unpacking Once your Pegasus Touch has arrived and you have removed the unit from the box you will notice that the accessories and starter resin are shipped inside the build area of the machine You will need to do the following to prepare the machine wire cutters or scissors required T Se 00 JO Om P Go Remove all wrapping and packaging material from the exterior Cut the zip ties holding the resin and cables to the Z vertical spine of the machine Cut the zip tie restraining the vat holder Remove the foam padding from the vat holder Remove the resin Remove the power brick and Ethernet cable Remove the resin tray Check that the resin tray is clean and all plastic wrap is removed Inspect the interior and exterior of the printer for damage Parts and Accessories The Pegasus Touch includes the following parts and accessories Please make sure they were shipped with your machine If anything is missing please em
27. r slightly above room temperature 21 C 70 F e The printer itself emits no fumes and the resin contains zero volatile organic compounds However isopropyl alcohol is commonly used to finish prints so an area with good ventilation is recommended Resin FSL3D photopolymer resin is a mild irritant treat it with the same care as you would any household chemical and follow standard safety procedures and FSL3D handling instructions e Only use resin from FSL3D or approved partners Using 3rd party resin may damage your machine and void your warranty In addition the RetinaCreate software end user license is valid only when used with materials from FSL3D or approved partners e Wear protective gloves when handling the resin goggles are also recommended if there is a risk of splashing Resin is not edible in liquid or solid form Liquid and solid forms of resin are not approved for use with food or drink e Liquid and solid forms of resin are not tested or approved for use in medical applications e Do not mix the resin with any substances e Please refer to Appendix G for information on handling storage properties and an outline of Material Safety e Material Safety Data Sheets for each color are available on the web http fsI3d com support The resin is light sensitive so avoid long exposure to strong artificial lighting or sunlight e The transparent yellow cover is designed to block laser radiation but strong exteri
28. up to where the head can be safely dismounted Network Settings The printer can be wirelessly connected to your home network using a USB wifi dongle The wifi settings can be input directly from the printer via the network settings menu To access the network settings tap the ethernet or wifi connectivity icon in the top center left of the home screen Calibration ueno Misuse of the Calibration Screen can permanently damage your printer Generally you should not have to use the Calibration Screen unless directed to by FSL3D customer support The printer s laser can be recalibrated manually A printable calibration sheet file is available at fsI8d com This sheet consists of a collection of twenty five dots the span the build area of the Pegasus Touch To perform calibration print the calibration sheet and cut out the square region which fits into a resin vat Place the sheet in a resin vat and optionally tape it in place Insert the resin vat into the printer and close the printer s lid Next you will need to steer the laser to each of the 25 calibration points in the proper order Turn on the laser by pressing the Laser On button in the top right The laser should glow brightly on the inserted sheet of paper Pressing Laser Hold will dramatically reduce the brightness of the laser and may help you to more accurately position the laser on the calibration points To steer the laser use the 9 directional buttons in the center right o
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