I currently have a Gen-6 board on my printer. It is preloaded with FiveD firmware. do you know if it supports Pronterface? Thanks https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,165475#msg-165475 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:45:18 -0400 Phorum 5.2.23 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,192594#msg-192594 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,192594#msg-192594
on my gen6 board the debug light and power light are on and solid. i have no idea whats wrong as the firmware seemed to compile and upload without a problem.

also the motors dont seem to engage/buzz when i connect :\]]> Rooski General Sat, 16 Mar 2013 21:13:24 -0400 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,170772#msg-170772 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,170772#msg-170772
We were then able to load Repetier across the standard USB cable and get things going successfully.

Note: I removed the power jumper from the USBTinyAVR and ran the Gen6 board off it's own PSU.

Many thanks!]]> Cefiar General Tue, 11 Dec 2012 07:18:06 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169615#msg-169615 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169615#msg-169615 repetier General Tue, 04 Dec 2012 06:55:52 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169585#msg-169585 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169585#msg-169585
I'm the "mate" from the local hacker space (CCHS), who are also the meeting point for the Melbourne RepRap Users Group (MRRUG).

After talking to 3eality, then reading this thread fully, I have a feeling that be board hasn't got a bootloader on it and just has the firmware directly loaded onto the board.

Fortunately at CCHS we have an Adafruit USBtinyISP, so we should be able to properly load a bootloader on it. I'll chase down the Sanguino bootloader and see what we can do. Hopefully then we can get somewhere with this Gen6 board.

If anyone knows of any gotchas regarding loading a bootloader on Gen6, can you please point it out? Seems the Gen6 page on the wiki is woefully out of date (eg: points to the Mendel Parts website for files that are no longer available). If we get anywhere I'll update things so it's got the right info.

Many thanks.

Updates:

First issue I've hit: Which bootloader? There's ATmegaBOOT_168_atmega644p.hex and also ATmegaBOOT_644P.hex available (from the Sanguino 1.0.1r1 ZIP file). Does it matter which we burn onto the Gen6 board, as both seem to be for a 644p? I personally favour the ATmegaBOOT_168_atmega644p.hex file (seems more likely since there are other hardware variants in that dir).]]> Cefiar General Tue, 04 Dec 2012 03:14:19 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169464#msg-169464 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169464#msg-169464 repetier General Mon, 03 Dec 2012 10:36:47 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169454#msg-169454 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169454#msg-169454
In file included from C:\Users\Dinesh\Desktop\arduino-1.0.1\hardware\sanguino\cores\arduino/Arduino.h:213,
from /Reptier.h:23,
from Commands.cpp:23:
C:\Users\Dinesh\Desktop\arduino-1.0.1\hardware\sanguino\variants\standard/pins_arduino.h:62: error: expected unqualified-id before numeric constant
C:\Users\Dinesh\Desktop\arduino-1.0.1\hardware\sanguino\variants\standard/pins_arduino.h:63: error: expected unqualified-id before numeric constant

Settings I have used for compilation:
I am using Arduino 1.0.1 and sanguino files from 0101r1
Motherboard 5
no changes to boards.txt - used it as provided by Sanguino
selected ATmega644p board in tools


Did I miss anything]]> 3eality General Mon, 03 Dec 2012 09:01:00 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169452#msg-169452 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169452#msg-169452 -------------------------------------------------------
> repetier Wrote:
> --------------------------------------------------
> -----
> > No, that is exactly the line I was talking
> about. - So did you mean I have to change or I
> should just use the one given in the boards.txt as
> it is
>
Leave it as it is.
>

> All I can say is that my gen6
> > worked on both versions, so I'm not sure what
> your
> > problem is. If nothing helps ask the shop if
> they
> > have uploaded the original bootloader or
> something
> > different, or a bootloader at all. Will send a
> query and will let you know
> >
> > As a last solution you could really use a
> > programmer, but I doubt you have one at hand?
> If
> > you have, there is a 6 pin header on the gen6
> for
> > uploading bootloader/firmware.Yes, fortunately a
> local hacker space has got this. One of my mate
> has offered to help me to use it. Could you tell
> me what boot loader you have on your board and
> where I can download it. I will use exactly the
> same to load
>
Not really. Fortunetely my board worked always as expected. I think it is the bootloader is part of the sanguino files you downloaded. I would use exactly this bootloader, as it is the one sanguinos are supposed to have.
>
> Few more questions:
> 1. Do you upload the firmware while the printer
> ports (molex connectors) are attached to the
> board or you remove them all and load it?

I leave everything connected.

> 2. I have got Gen6 board. the equivalent of this
> in your firmware is 5. However, if I use this to
> load the firmware, it is giving a log of errors.
> and the equivalent of Gen6 1.4.1 above is 71 in
> your firmware. If I use this I am getting the
> avrdude error. I have attahced a photo of the
> description of my board. Which one I have to use
> 71 or 5?
71 is gen7 1.4.1 and higher. That is a completely different board.
You definitely need MOTHERBOARD 5.
What compile errors do you get with type 5?]]> repetier General Mon, 03 Dec 2012 08:48:45 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169450#msg-169450 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169450#msg-169450 -------------------------------------------------------
> No, that is exactly the line I was talking about. - So did you mean I have to change or I should just use the one given in the boards.txt as it is


> Have you tried the reset trick or did you see the
> flickering led?Yes I did but the LED was not flickering

> As an alternative try Arduino 023 with matching
> sanguino files. It has a different avrdude version
> for uploading. Given it a try but getting the same error

All I can say is that my gen6
> worked on both versions, so I'm not sure what your
> problem is. If nothing helps ask the shop if they
> have uploaded the original bootloader or something
> different, or a bootloader at all. Will send a query and will let you know
>
> As a last solution you could really use a
> programmer, but I doubt you have one at hand? If
> you have, there is a 6 pin header on the gen6 for
> uploading bootloader/firmware.Yes, fortunately a local hacker space has got this. One of my mate has offered to help me to use it. Could you tell me what boot loader you have on your board and where I can download it. I will use exactly the same to load


Few more questions:
1. Do you upload the firmware while the printer ports (molex connectors) are attached to the board or you remove them all and load it?
2. I have got Gen6 board. the equivalent of this in your firmware is 5. However, if I use this to load the firmware, it is giving a log of errors. and the equivalent of Gen6 1.4.1 above is 71 in your firmware. If I use this I am getting the avrdude error. I have attahced a photo of the description of my board. Which one I have to use 71 or 5?]]> 3eality General Mon, 03 Dec 2012 08:42:09 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169440#msg-169440 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169440#msg-169440 As an alternative try Arduino 023 with matching sanguino files. It has a different avrdude version for uploading. All I can say is that my gen6 worked on both versions, so I'm not sure what your problem is. If nothing helps ask the shop if they have uploaded the original bootloader or something different, or a bootloader at all.

As a last solution you could really use a programmer, but I doubt you have one at hand? If you have, there is a 6 pin header on the gen6 for uploading bootloader/firmware.]]> repetier General Mon, 03 Dec 2012 07:19:03 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169436#msg-169436 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169436#msg-169436
What changes do I have to make in the boards.txt. The one I have done is 'atmega644.upload.protocol=arduino' is there anything else I need to change?]]> 3eality General Mon, 03 Dec 2012 07:02:05 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169426#msg-169426 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169426#msg-169426
Sometimes the auto reset does not work. The correct way is:
1. You click upload button and ide compiles.
2. You see compiled length, uploading starts
3. After a few seconds the communcation led on the gen6 flickers fast indicating the upload.
3b. if 3 doesn't happen, press the reset button and see if flickering starts. Sometimes it helps.]]> repetier General Mon, 03 Dec 2012 05:56:47 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169425#msg-169425 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169425#msg-169425
Hi, Whatever I do, I am getting the error 'avrdude: stk500_getsync(): not in sync: resp=0x00'

What is the Programmer I should select jn Arduino (Tools>Programmer). I have selected AVRISP mkII.

Dinesh]]> 3eality General Mon, 03 Dec 2012 05:50:25 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169246#msg-169246 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169246#msg-169246 www.reprap.org]

For further instuctions you could read my homepage. If you have a special problem you can ask.]]> repetier General Sun, 02 Dec 2012 03:22:11 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169220#msg-169220 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169220#msg-169220 What is M115 and also could you please direct me to next steps]]> 3eality General Sat, 01 Dec 2012 20:34:33 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169154#msg-169154 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169154#msg-169154
The error comes from avrdude, the program uploading the compiled file. Sometimes you get it, normally not. I guess avrdude retried and was then succesfull. You should see if it sucessfull, because sou should be able to connect and M115 should report the new firmware.]]> repetier General Sat, 01 Dec 2012 11:45:41 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169138#msg-169138 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,169138#msg-169138
I have copied the Sanguino files and in the Arduino ide Tools>Board> there are three Sanguino boards (mega644P, mega1284P 8mhz and 1284P 16mhz) Which one do I have to select for Gen6?

I have tried 644P and tried uploading. After a while I got the status update as 'upload done' in the arduino IDE but with an error. See attached file.

Question:
Is it correct to select sanguine 644P for Gen6?
Do I have to do anything further to fix the error

Thanks in advance for ur help]]> 3eality General Sat, 01 Dec 2012 08:54:08 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,168434#msg-168434 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,168434#msg-168434 repetier General Tue, 27 Nov 2012 06:49:41 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,168432#msg-168432 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,168432#msg-168432 3eality General Tue, 27 Nov 2012 06:45:23 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,168402#msg-168402 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,168402#msg-168402 sanguino.cc] and follow the instructions. I just saw that there is a new version for Arduino 1.0, so that should suffice. Having not tested it, I don't know if additional fixes are needed, but if they say it is for Arduino 1.0 it should work without modifications.]]> repetier General Tue, 27 Nov 2012 02:44:49 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,168366#msg-168366 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,168366#msg-168366 -------------------------------------------------------
> You need some files for the sanguino hardware
> support in Arduino, because it is not included
> right away. See [sanguino.cc] for download
> and instruction. If you use a current arduino
> 1.0.1 version, check the boards folder in my
> firmware. There are some files you need to
> exchange to get it working.


@ Repetier, confused - I am using Gen6 board. Do I have to for the missing Arduino files for Gen6 in sanguino?

Just to capture where I am. Downloaded Arduino 1.0.2 and Repetier Firmware 0.73 from Github

do I have to get additional files from sanguino for Gen6? If so a link would be helpful

Thx
Dinesh]]> 3eality General Mon, 26 Nov 2012 19:44:57 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,168197#msg-168197 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,168197#msg-168197
The host is independently from any firmware and works with most firmwares. Newer host verions have less bugs, more features and newer Slic3r versions included, so it is always a good idea to use the latest version. It is also ready for the upcoming firmware 0.80 which has na new binary protocol version.]]> repetier General Mon, 26 Nov 2012 03:28:13 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,168189#msg-168189 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,168189#msg-168189 -------------------------------------------------------
>But if you download the current master
> version 0.73 you should be able to simply upload
> the firmware without any changes, except perhaps
> the thermistor.

Hi Repetier,
Finally I have decided to go with Repetier.

I had been to your website. In the downloads section there is 0.71 version of the firmware - Do I have to get 0.73 from Github?

Also for not sure about the difference in Host - Do I have to just go with the latest version 0.82 or is there any specific that goes with 0.73 firware.

Once again, thanks for the inputs and really appreciate your efforts in making this an opensource.]]> 3eality General Mon, 26 Nov 2012 02:18:20 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,167029#msg-167029 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,167029#msg-167029
Thank you so much for your help. I have it working somewhat well....still trying to tweak.

When I did the calibration method of measuring the filament before and after with a digital caliper, I got it narrowed down to the right setting for my gear ~250. At this setting, and using Slic3r there is just way too much extrusion. I'm not having muchg sucess with adjusting the settings in Slic3r. I'll keep messing with it though....thanks!]]> kwdelre General Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:13:13 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,166744#msg-166744 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,166744#msg-166744 -------------------------------------------------------
> I believe my botmill came with the a Wade's
> extruder. (I think you have the same you
> mentioned) Do you know what your steps are set to
> for this line:
>
> #define ZAXIS_STEPS_PER_MM 3360

This is for the Z-Axis not for the extruder. What you need for the extruder is
#define EXT0_STEPS_PER_MM 385
Which is my value for the wade I use (printer was with adrian extruder). May differ as the gears and hobbled bolt have some influence on it.

>
> I am trying to follow a Slic3r calibration
> tutorial.
> Also, are there any other settings in the firmware
> that I would need to change for my botmill
> machine? Thanks!

That depends on the material you are using. ABS needs a higher

/** \brief The maximum value, I-gain can contribute to the output.

A good value is slightly higher then the output needed for your temperature.
Values for starts:
130 => PLA for temperatures from 170-180°C
180 => ABS for temperatures around 240°C

The precise values may differ for different nozzle/resistor combination.
Overridden if EEPROM activated.
*/
#define EXT0_PID_INTEGRAL_DRIVE_MAX 140

Also remember that the values in EEPROM are used if EEPROM is activated. So changing them in firmware configuration.h doesn't help.]]> repetier General Sun, 18 Nov 2012 04:08:31 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,166678#msg-166678 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,166678#msg-166678
#define ZAXIS_STEPS_PER_MM 3360

I am trying to follow a Slic3r calibration tutorial.
Also, are there any other settings in the firmware that I would need to change for my botmill machine? Thanks!]]> kwdelre General Sat, 17 Nov 2012 14:40:34 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,166674#msg-166674 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,166674#msg-166674 repetier General Sat, 17 Nov 2012 14:12:17 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,166672#msg-166672 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,166672#msg-166672
Do you have any recommended settings documented for skeinforge and/or slic3r that work best with your firmware? I ask because I am getting some drastically different results between the two. thanks!]]> kwdelre General Sat, 17 Nov 2012 13:50:32 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,166567#msg-166567 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,166567#msg-166567 repetier General Fri, 16 Nov 2012 18:27:22 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,166561#msg-166561 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,166561#msg-166561 kwdelre General Fri, 16 Nov 2012 17:40:51 -0500 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,166544#msg-166544 https://reprap.org/forum/read.php?1,165475,166544#msg-166544 kwdelre General Fri, 16 Nov 2012 14:39:43 -0500