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Download the new v5.2.1 of Makertech Cura for windows here.
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Run through the install and setup wizards.
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If you have an earlier version of Makertech Cura installed, delete it from your programme folder before installing the new one.
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If you are running Mac OS or Linux the 3.5 profiles will be made available in the next release of the official Ultimaker Cura.
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In the mean time you can adjust the start and end g-codes of your v3 profile so that it works with the v3.5.
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;-----Proforge 3.5 Start G-code---- M190 S{material_bed_temperature_layer_0} ;wait for bed temp G28 ;Home Z_TILT_ADJUST G1 F8000 X10 Y3 ;Move hotend to bottom left corner G1 Z{layer_height_0} ;Set to first layer height M82 ;absolute extrusion mode G92 E0 ;Zero Extruder G1 F1500 X290 E16 ;Prime Hotend ; ----Proforge 3.5 Start G-code-----
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The end g-code is simply END_PRINT
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Follow the instructions outlined here for setting up CURA for Dual Extrusion printing and here for Direct Drive printing.
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However, for v3.5, the file is not saved to an SD card, instead it is directly uploaded to your printer. Complete the remaining steps of this guide for setting that up.
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In order to upload print files directly to your printer you will need to download and install the Moonraker Connection plug-in.
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Click on the printer drop down. Go to Manage printers.
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Click on Connect Moonraker
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Under the Connection tab, set the Address (URL) field to: http://mainsail.local
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Under the Upload tab set the Format to UFP with Thumbnail
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After slicing a model, click the arrow to show the upload to Proforge 3.5 button. Click it to begin the upload.
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Upon a successful upload you should get this message.
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In your browser at mainsail.local the gcode file should appear and be ready for printing.
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