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53Uploading the LightBurn Materials LibraryStep-by-step guide for loading a downloaded LightBurn Materials Library (.CLB file) into LightBurn software,…LightBurn SoftwareDownload LightBurn, find release notes, past versions, computer requirements, and official documentation for…Best Practices for Fill Layer Engraving and what settings to watch out forA guide to Fill Layer settings in LightBurn for Thunder Laser machines, covering basic settings, fill…Connecting A Thunder Laser To LightBurn Via EthernetOverview of Ethernet connection types (Adhoc/Direct vs. Router/Switch) for connecting a Thunder Laser to…Connecting A Thunder Laser To LightBurn Via USBStep-by-step guide for connecting Thunder Laser Mars, Mini, Nova, Odin, and Bolt machines to LightBurn via…MAC Connecting A Thunder Laser To LightBurn Via EthernetPreface: This article describes how to set up a direct connection to the machine which omits routers, hubs…EzCad2 User's ManualYou will find the EzCad2 User's Manual attached at the bottom of this document 1 you can find the zip file of…LightBurn Start Delay to allow the fan to spool before the job startsHow to set a LightBurn job start delay (2–8 sec) so the inline fan reaches full speed before cutting begins.Windows Connecting A Thunder Laser To LightBurn Via EthernetThis article describes how to set up a direct connection to the machine which omits routers and switches If…RD Works For Thunder LaserHow to uninstall and reinstall the Thunder Laser flavor of RDWorks, including download link, unit selection,…Clearing files from the Ruida ControllerHow to clear and format the onboard file memory on Ruida-based Thunder Laser controllers via the controller…EzCad3 User's ManualYou will find the EzCad3 User's Manual attached at the bottom of this documentInstalling The RDWorks CorelDRAW MacroStep-by-step instructions for installing the RDWorks macro plugin into CorelDRAW so you can send designs…Unlock an Encrypted Ruida ControllerHow to unlock an encrypted Ruida controller using RDworks and the factory password RD8888.Backing Up Machine and LightBurn SettingsHow to back up and restore Machine and LightBurn settings, including Bundles, Device Settings, Project Files,…Laser User Origin Not Setting CorrectlyHow to diagnose and fix the User Origin not saving correctly on Thunder Laser machines, including disabling…Connecting your Thunder Laser to your Existing Network with a Router over WI-FI or Hardwired EthernetStep-by-step guide to connecting a Thunder Laser machine to an existing network via Wi-Fi or hardwired…Face to 3D Plugin and Sample STL File for Ezcad2All of this is from the Fiber Laser, The Next Level group and is content from various members. This is not…Improving Job Time Estimates In LightBurn's PreviewLearn how to upload machine settings to LightBurn's Preview for more accurate job time estimates, and…Installing The LightBurn CorelDRAW MacroInstalling the LightBurn macro for CorelDraw. The documentation on performing this step can be found in the…Replacing the DSP ControllerPreface: This guide will walk you through the physical replacement of the controller. Be sure to read it…The Lightburn License - Everything you need to know about itA complete guide to the LightBurn license included with Thunder Laser machines, covering license types, where…RDWorksV8.0 Software ManualRDWorksV8.0 Software Manual below:Using Hide Backlash To Correct Vectors Not ClosingLearn how to use the Hide Backlash feature in LightBurn's Optimization Settings to fix vectors that don't…Resetting The DSP To Default ParametersPrior to resetting your defaults, backup your machine settings to your computer. Name the file with today's…Nesting In LightburnWhile a fully embedded nesting feature is planned for LightBurn, there is a nesting feature that utilizes…New FTDI Driver Solves Mac USB IssuesInstall the correct FTDI driver for your Mac OS version to resolve USB communication issues such as file…Hard Limit Prot Error Message on Ruida HMIExplains what causes the "Hard Limit Prot" error on the Ruida controller screen and how to troubleshoot the…U Disk Not Recognized by the DSPPreface: This article covers some reasons why a U-disk (USB Memory stick) may not be read by the controller…Getting Controller Info From Within LightBurnLearn how to retrieve controller info (hours, firmware, job counts) from LightBurn V2.0+ and older versions,…Ruida RDC644XG Controller User ManualRuida RDC644XG Controller User ManualBest Practices for setting up Lightburn to control Multiple Thunder Laser MachinesBest practices for using multiple Thunder Laser machines with LightBurn, covering Ethernet setup, hardware…Changing Ruida Language Back To EnglishOccasionally you may need to revert your controller back to English. Here is how to do it. The menus may vary…MISSING DLL File when trying to install or Run EzCad2 EzCad3 EzCadHow to fix missing DLL errors when installing or running EzCad2, EzCad3, or EzCad by installing Microsoft…LightBurn UI Small Display Layout Issues & ArrangementHow to adjust the LightBurn UI layout for vertically challenged displays, including docking, resetting to…Choosing The Right Camera For LightBurnPlease see this article for updated information:ThunderCAMs vs. LightBurn & Other USB WebcamsMachine Settings vs Project Settings when creating a Run File (RD)Explains how Machine Settings, Project File Settings, and Run Files interact in LightBurn when operating…Scanning Offset Check for Inches vs MM unitsHow to check and correct scanning offsets in LightBurn when machine units are set to inches instead of…Using SHX Fonts with LightBurnHow to find, install, and configure SHX fonts in LightBurn by setting the SHX font path in File Settings.Using U-Disk With Thunder And LightBurnHow to use a USB stick (U-Disk) with Thunder Laser Nova and Odin machines running Ruida controllers,…LightBurn Library ErrorsTroubleshoot common LightBurn material library errors including failed loads, unsaved changes, and duplicate…Why your IP address matters and describing it in terms that are easier to understandA beginner-friendly explanation of IP addresses, Network IDs, Host IDs, and Subnet Masks using phone numbers…LightBurn For Galvo Crash CourseA crash course on using LightBurn 1.2 with galvo/fiber laser machines, covering installation, device setup,…LightBurn Overlay Shift & Size AdjustmentIf your camera looks to be out of alignment, it is likely because the material is not at the same distance… DSP Ad-Hoc Ethernet IP Address ConfiguratorHow to Swap a GCode (Core) License to DSP (Pro) for LightburnLearn how to check if you have a DSP License installed and how to swap from a GCode/Core License to a DSP/Pro…Roll Back/Restore LightBurn Prefsmore info: https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/where-is-my-original-prefs-helppppp/9978…Replacing Ruida HMI Keypad MembraneHere is how to replace the hmi keypad membrane:C++ Install Error When Updating LightBurnImperial & Metric Units in LightBurnGT5 Touchscreen shows Large Not Enough Extend Space ErrorHow to fix the large "Not Enough Extend Space" error on Thunder Laser machines with GT5 touchscreens by…Default Machine Settings FilesThese files were derived from a Nova 51. X,Y,Z, and U travel dimensions were edited to reflect specs. PDF…Fiber Ezcad Reference LinksInternal reference collection of Ezcad video links covering red dot alignment, steel cutting, serial numbers,…
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4Aurora Drivers & SoftwareFind drivers, software, and USB drive image downloads for Aurora NON PRO and Aurora PRO fiber laser machines.How to run EzCad3 without being connected to the Thunder Aurora Laser machineLearn how to configure EzCad3 to run without being connected to the Thunder Aurora laser machine by making a…Thunder Laser Aurora Windows Driver for Lightburn problems for when your laser shows Disconnected and not ReadyHow to resolve "Disconnected" and not "Ready" states in LightBurn for the Aurora machine, covering missing…Aurora Driver Error for Windows Digital Signature Verification 52 for USBLMCV2Steps to mitigate Windows Driver Error Code 52 (digital signature verification) when installing the USBLMCV2…