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docs: Add Slicer Setup guide for machine gcode
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docs/Installation.md

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5. `make -j4`
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6. `cd ~/katapult`
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7. `sudo apt install python3-serial`
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8. `sudo systemctl stop klipper`
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8. `python3 scripts/flashtool.py -d /dev/ttyS2 -f ~/klipper/out/klipper.bin`
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- Note: Klipper may try to take control of the device, causing the above command to fail. If you run into issues, run `systemctl stop klipper`
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9. Wait for the script to finish flashing klipper.
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All done! Remove the USB cable, put the rear cover back on, and reboot the printer.
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In Fluidd, go to settings and add a new camera. You can leave all of the settings default, other than setting a name. Once added, the camera should appear on the dashboard. If it does not, try rebooting the printer.
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### Calibrate Z Offset
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Unlike the stock firmware, you must manually run Z offset calibration. This step is not optional. See the explanation and guide here: [Calibrating Z Offset](./Calibrating-Z-Offset.md).
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Unlike the stock firmware, you must manually run Z offset calibration. This step is not optional, unless you plan on using the paper test instead. See the explanation and guide here: [Calibrating Z Offset](./Calibrating-Z-Offset.md).
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### Change Slicer Settings
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OpenQ1 makes some changes to the `PRINT_START` and `PRINT_END` macros that don't always behave well with the default slicer settings. It is recommended that you change them, following the guide here: [Slicer Setup](./Slicer-Setup.md).

docs/Slicer-Setup.md

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# Slicer Setup
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This document contains some recommended changes to slicer settings to improve the printing experience.
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## OrcaSlicer
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When using OpenQ1, it is recommended to change the Machine Start and Machine End G-Codes.
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OpenQ1 changes the order of the PRINT_START macro to simplify it and make it take less time.
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This can result in unexpected or undesired behavior in when used with the default slicer setup, such as causing the nozzle to ooze on the bed before printing starts.
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The default settings for the Q1 Pro do not call the "PRINT_END" gcode by default, at all.
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This can also lead to some undesired behavior, such as the motors remaining powered after printing ends, or manually enabled fans not shutting off.
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1. Open a project in OrcaSlicer, and click the edit button next to the printer selection drop down:
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-![](images/slicer_printer_dropdown.png)
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2. Enable the "Advanced" settings switch in the top right of the settings window:
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-![](images/slicer_printer_settings_top.png)
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3. Click on the "Machine G-code" tab, it should look like:
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-![](images/slicer_gcode_default.png)
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4. Change the settings to match these:
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-![](images/slicer_gcode_custom.png)
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5. Click the save icon in the top right of the settings window.
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