User manual
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THE LCD KEYPAD
•  Four arrow buttons surround a central M 
button. Use the arrows to navigate through 
the LCD menus and make selections.
•  The le arrow usually allows you to go 
back or cancel an action.
• A solid red M means the MakerBot 
Replicator 2 is working.
• A blinking red M means the MakerBot 
Replicator 2 is waiting for user input.
NOTE: If you don’t see the Startup Script, use the up and down arrow buttons to scroll through the 
top-level menu on the LCD panel, and use the M button to select Utlities. Scroll to Run Startup Script and 
select it. You can use these menus to return to the Startup Script at any time. You can also find a video of 
this process at makerbot.com/support/replicator2/videos. If you have problems or questions, refer to the 
troubleshooting chapter in this manual or contact MakerBot Support at support@makerbot.com.
Aer you power on the MakerBot
®
 Replicator
®
2 
Desktop 3D Printer, the LCD panel will light up and 
display text. The LCD panel will now run the Startup 
Script. The Startup Script will guide you through 
leveling the build plate, loading MakerBot PLA 
Filament, and creating your first build.
STARTUP PROCESS: LEVELING, LOADING, TESTING










