PRO 4K XL
Setting up the PRO 4K XL
Printer components
The diagram below illustrates the main components of your PRO 4K XL
- Hood
- Build Platform Knob
- Build Platform
- Basin
- Touch Screen
- Wheels
![pro4k-xl-open-numbers pro4k-xl-open-numbers](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/pro4k-xl-open-numbers.png)
Connecting to power
How to power ON the PRO 4K XL.
Connect the power cable to the printer and a power outlet.
![pro4k-networkpanel-cropped pro4k-networkpanel-cropped](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/pro4k-networkpanel-cropped.jpg)
The power button should turn green when turned on.
![pro4k-top-cover-no-bg pro4k-top-cover-no-bg](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/pro4k-top-cover-no-bg.jpg)
Printer registration
When the PRO 4K XL has been plugged in and powered on, there are a few steps that need to be performed before printing.
First you must select your desired language.
![Language Selection Language Selection](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Language-Selection.jpg)
You will be prompted for product registration.
Product registration will allow Asiga to link the printer to your account.
Please navigate to www.asiga.com/register and make note of the printer serial number displayed on screen.
![Product Registration_1000JPG Product Registration_1000JPG](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Product-Registration_1000JPG.jpg)
Fill out the following fields & click Activate.
- Serial Number
- Printer Location
![Registration_Asiga-Admin Registration_Asiga-Admin](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Registration_Asiga-Admin.jpg)
Enter this activation code on the front panel of your PRO 4K.
![Registration_Asiga_Admin_activationcode Registration_Asiga_Admin_activationcode](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Registration_Asiga_Admin_activationcode.jpg)
- Once the code has been succesfully entered, tap on register.
- Your printer should now be fully operational.
![Product Registrationn Product Registrationn](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Product-Registrationn.jpg)
Connecting to your PRO 4K XL.
There are three ways to connect to your PRO 4K 3D printer
- Wired/ethernet connection
- WiFi
- Wireless Direct
Wired/Ethernet connection
From the Main Menu select Settings.
![Main Menu Main Menu](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Main-Menu.jpg)
Select wired network.
![Settings Menu Settings Menu](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Settings-Menu.jpg)
- If your network cable is connected properly, you should see an IP Address here.
- If there is nothing visible, check the network cable on the rear of the printer or router.
![Settings – Wired Menu Settings - Wired Menu](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Settings-Wired-Menu.jpg)
WiFi connection
From the Main Menu select Settings.
![Main Menu Main Menu](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Main-Menu.jpg)
To set up a WiFi Connection, select wireless network.
![Settings-Wireless Settings-Wireless](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Settings-Wireless.jpg)
Tap on Network Name and select your network from the dropdown list.
Note: Wireless Direct must be turned off.
![Settings – Wireless Menu Settings - Wireless Menu](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Settings-Wireless-Menu.jpg)
Wireless direct
Wireless Direct allows the printer to act as a wireless access point. This can be used if there is no router available.
From the Main Menu select Settings.
![Main Menu Main Menu](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Main-Menu.jpg)
Select Wireless Direct.
Note: This will prevent any WiFi connections to be performed.
![Settings-WirelessDirect Settings-WirelessDirect](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Settings-WirelessDirect-1.jpg)
Default settings for Wireless Direct:
- Wireless Network: Printer name
- IP address: 172.27.10.1
- Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
![Settings – Wireless Direct Menu-enabled Settings - Wireless Direct Menu-enabled](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Settings-Wireless-Direct-Menu-enabled.jpg)
Build platform calibration
Build Platform Calibration must be performed regularly to ensure optimal performance from your printer.
Asiga recommends calibrating once a month.
![](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/pro4k-platform-calibration.jpg)
Inserting build tray & resin
The final step to getting your printer print ready!
Eye or skin contact with uncured resin may cause irritation.
Always wear nitrile gloves.
![](https://support.asiga.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/pro4k-build-tray-insert.jpg)