Can I still use Repetier-Host to control the MK4?
 
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jamdog2477
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Can I still use Repetier-Host to control the MK4?

I have a MK3S+ and prefer to control it over usb/com, using Repetier-Host.

I find being able to interactively control the printer valuable, (ie connect, move axis, print, see print progress in detail, kill/pause prints if problems occur, move axis interactively, re-print, all from one place.)

I only have one printer, I don't mind needing the PC in the chain, have never suffered from connectivity or power issues, and I don't have a desire for remote operation.

Can I still connect to the MK4 in same way?

Posted : 15/04/2023 5:34 am
dahe
 dahe
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RE: Can I still use Repetier-Host to control the MK4?

This isn't exactly an answer to your question, but if you want PC->usb->printer, you can also run Octoprint on a Windows PC ( https://all3dp.com/2/octoprint-windows-tutorial/). This is what I do. So if Octoprint works with the MK4, it might be another option for you.

Posted : 15/04/2023 7:15 pm
Arek
 Arek
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RE: Can I still use Repetier-Host to control the MK4?

If you go windows path then there is a easier way: https://github.com/jneilliii/OctoPrint-WindowsInstaller

Anyway I expect Repetier-Host to work with MK4 since it just sends g-codes which didn't change (for typical stuff).

Posted : 17/04/2023 6:56 pm
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