Instructional Technology: 3D Printing & Media Tools

This document outlines the currently supported software applications and hardware devices for Teleprompters and 3D printers within the district. This list is not exhaustive and is intended to give an outline for staff members using more specialized software and equipment for Labs, Media Centers, or Studios.

If a piece of software or hardware you plan to use is not present in the article below, please create a ticket in https://hse.incidentiq.com/

3D Printers

The district supports several slicing applications for preparing 3D print files. Please review the list below and the supported major brands of 3D printers for each slicing application.

Approved Slicer Software & Compatibility

1. UltiMaker Cura

Supported Printers:
- UltiMaker (all models)
- Creality (Ender series, CR series)
- Anycubic (i3 Mega, Kobra, Photon series with plugins)
- Artillery Sidewinder and Genius
- LulzBot TAZ and Mini

Cura is the most widely compatible slicer and works with a variety of third-party printers. It is HSE’s first recommendation for slicing software

2. PrusaSlicer

Supported Printers:
- Prusa (MK3, MK4, MINI, SL1)
- Creality Ender & CR series
- Voron printers
Notes:
- Optimized for Prusa hardware but versatile with additional profiles.

3. OrcaSlicer

Supported Printers:
- Bambu Lab printers (X1, P1, A1 series)
- Prusa MK3/MK4, MINI
- Creality Ender series
- Voron printers
Notes:
- Designed to work seamlessly with Bambu Lab printers but supports others.

Teleprompters

Depending on the hardware available in Media Studios, HSE supports the following teleprompters.

Neewer Teleprompter for iPad
- Recommended for classroom presentations, media production, and public speaking practice.
Elgato Teleprompter
- Supported when paired with Elgato Camera Hub software on macOS devices.
- Enables seamless integration with cameras and streaming tools used in classroom media labs.