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Accelerometer

(CORE One, MK4/S, MK3.9/S)

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The Input Shaper functionality on the Prusa CORE One, and on the Original Prusa MK4/S, MK3.9/S can be calibrated using an optional accelerometer

The accelerometer assembly consists of a small PCB enclosed in a printed cover, which connects to the printer. Please note that using the accelerometer requires partial disassembly of the printer. 

The input shaper is pre-calibrated from the factory, so this calibration is usually unnecessary on a stock printer. However, if you've made any modifications to the printer hardware, it may be beneficial to recalibrate the settings using the accelerometer. 

 

Prusa CORE One

Temporarily remove the Wi-Fi board cover, by loosening its M3x12 screw.

Connect the jumper cable between the xBuddy connector and the Wi-Fi module connector

Remove the circular cover on the back. Then, route the accelerometer cable in the hole. 

Connect the accelerometer cable to the connector at the back of the printer. 

Original Prusa MK4/S, MK3.9/S

On MK4S and MK3.9S, connect the accelerometer to the dedicated port on the xBuddy board
Alternatively, you can install a short jumper cable between the xBuddy and the Wi-Fi module on the back of the printer. Then, you can connect the accelerometer to the connector on the back of the printer

On MK4 and MK3.9, connect the cable to the accelerometer's PCB and attach the printed covers. The accelerometer connects directly to the dedicated port on the xBuddy board

Without the jumper cable, the connector on the rear of the printer provides no functionality.

Accelerometer connection on MK4S and MK3.9S

Original Prusa MK3.5/S

For MK3.5 or MK3.5S, please visit the dedicated guide.

Calibration

The accelerometer is used to calibrate the input shaper parameters. You can launch the calibration from the LCD Menu -> Settings -> Input Shaper -> Calibration

X-axis

Before proceeding with the next steps, ensure the printer is fully cooled down. 

On MK3.9 or MK4, open the fan-door completely before the procedure. Remove the silicone sock, if installed. Identify the part of the accelerometer that is in the shape of the heater block. 

Fit the accelerometer to the heater block, by pushing it from the bottom of the hotend. If there is any resistance, do not attempt to push the accelerometer harder, as excessive force might bend the heatbreak

Y-axis (MK4/S, MK3.9/S, MK3.5/S)

Identify the part of the accelerometer that protrudes from the rest. On the front side of the Y-axis, place the protrusion between the steel sheet and the heatbed. 

Results

The results shown on the printer's display at the end of the calibration indicate the optimal input shaping type and frequency found with the calibration. 

 

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MBk
For the folks who have a Core One - the missing procedure steps are (after rigging the cables):


1. Enable IS tuning in the menu
2. After the printer homes and parks the head in the middle, remove the silicone sock.
3. Attach the accelerometer cable to the board, put the board into the same mount as for the Mk4.
4. Put the whole assembly in place of the silicone sock. Just press it gently onto the heater block.
5. Continue with on-screen prompts, the printer will calibrate IS.

There is no need to move the accelerometer to the bed or anything - it will stay on the printhead during the entire calibration process.

After being satisfied with the results, remove the accelerometer, tug the cable back through the hole, plug the hole and replace the silicone sock.
xander1
Where do we attach the accelerometer on the Core One? The guide for the Core One ends with pushing the cable through.

One could assume it's the same as on the MK4(S) for example. However, the nozzles in the Core One sit at an angle relative to X/Y which they don't with the MK4(S).

Please add this important detail!
Alessandro Pantaleo
Hi, and thanks for the comment!
Connection and nozzle attachment are now included and pictured in the article. The fact that the nozzle sits at an angle on CORE One is regular, and it is still possible to attach the accelerometer even with the CORE One nozzle and heaterblock angle.
bryn51
Seems like you missed the final step to cover the CoreOne in performing actual calibration.
3gfisch
on the Core One the short jumper cable is also needed at least my accelerometer is not detected without it, but the manual only tells this for MK4S and MK3.9S.. please update the instructions.
George
For the Core One, why put the accelerometer on the bed for the Y axis, since its not a bed slinger?
ChadCarney2001
The instructions clearly state that the Y axis is for the mk3-mk4 printers, not the core one.