2.2.2 Installing of Lightburn

2.2.2 Installing of Lightburn 

Lightburn is one of the most popular DIY laser engraving software in the world , the download website of:http://lasergrbl.com/download/

Double-click the program installation file to install, and click <Next> in the pop-up window.

(Note: LightBurn is a paid software. For a better experience, we recommend that you buy the original version. We will demonstrate the installation of the trial version here)

Click <Start Your Free Trial>. Then click <Devices> at the bottom right of the software, <Find My Laser>.

Click <Add Device>. If there are two types of DSP and GCode, please choose the GCode type.

Usually set the origin at the front let, then the installation is complete

Click <GRBL>.When the window appears "GRBL-Serial/USB...", click <OK>.

If the software does not automatically connect to the laser engraver, you need to choose the port of the laser engraving machine as shown in the figure 28.

If you did not find the laser, please add the laser manually.

  1. a) Click <Create Manually>.Choose one of the <GRBL>.
  2. b) Choose <Serial/USB>. Name your laser, and set the X 400mm and Y axis to 300mm.
  3. c) Set the laser to the Front let and finish.

 This concludes the installation process, and the next section describes the use of the software.

 You can also learn about the installation of the software in our official video above:

https://www.youtube.com/@GluwphyLaser

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Step 1: Pre-Use Check - Machine Inspection 

Before using your machine, it's important to ensure everything is properly set up. This step guides you through basic checks like power connections, fastenings, and the laser head position to help prevent common issues and ensure smooth operation.

1.1 Install the Laser Head

Before use, please ensure the laser head is properly installed. You can refer to our short video to check if the installation is correct.

1.2 Check the Power Connection

Make sure the power is connected properly, and the power cord is secure to avoid any loose connections.

1.3 Check the Air Tube and Limit Switch Connections

Please confirm that the air tube and limit switch are correctly connected to prevent operational errors or malfunctions during engraving.

1.4 Ensure the Emergency Stop Switch is Released

Before use, make sure the emergency stop switch on the right side has been rotated and released, allowing the machine to start normally.Before use, make sure the emergency stop switch on the right side has been rotated

1.5 Power Indicator Light is On

Check if the machine’s power indicator light is on, which indicates that the machine is powered properly.

When the power button indicator light keeps flashing:

Step 1: Press and hold the power button on the machine to turn it off, then unplug the USB cable and the power cord.

Step 2: Reinsert the USB cable and power cord into the machine.

Step 3: Briefly press the power button on the machine to turn it on. The machine should start up normally.

If the indicator light still keeps flashing after completing the above steps, please install the software patch:

1.Download the GRBL_V1.10_D_0408 software: Click here to download

2.Follow the video steps:

3.Then check if the laser head is functioning properly. If it’s not, please contact our after-sales service.

1.6 Close the Lid Before Starting the Engraving

Before starting the engraving process, please ensure that the machine’s lid is closed for safe operation.