# \#homing **URL:** https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/tag/homing/28.md [Latest](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/tags.md) --- ## [After 'homing', Origin changes by 2mm for future cuts until I 'home' again](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/after-homing-origin-changes-by-2mm-for-future-cuts-until-i-home-again/193839)
**Author:** [@jweaver](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/jweaver)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2026, 6:11pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/after-homing-origin-changes-by-2mm-for-future-cuts-until-i-home-again/193839 "2026-11-09T18:11:05Z")
I bought an Atomstack P9 M50 some years ago, and didn’t really get on with it, so it had little to no use, mainly because the fumes meant I had to put it in the garage, and I didn’t have a PC, so had to use SD cards and … --- ## [Move Machine to Selection works in 0.8.02 but not in 0.9.01 / 0.9.02 — SainSmart Cubiko](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/move-machine-to-selection-works-in-0-8-02-but-not-in-0-9-01-0-9-02-sainsmart-cubiko/193824)
**Author:** [@COR](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/COR)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2026, 12:38am UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/move-machine-to-selection-works-in-0-8-02-but-not-in-0-9-01-0-9-02-sainsmart-cubiko/193824 "2026-11-09T00:38:43Z")
I am seeing a reproducible regression with Move Machine to Selection on a SainSmart Cubiko. My Cubiko homes at the rear-right corner, which is Machine X0 / Y0. The machine coordinate system itself is working correctly: … --- ## [Z-Axis control feature](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/z-axis-control-feature/193632)
**Author:** [@SIS](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/SIS)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 11:00am UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/z-axis-control-feature/193632 "2026-11-06T11:00:11Z")
Hello there! I’ve been using the LightBurn software for a while now, and I’m trying to cut stainless steel with my BSL-Fibrelaser (I’m using a Cloudray MP 100W Neo - I know it’s not primarily designed to cut moderately … --- ## [ExCAD3 Z Control](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/excad3-z-control/193558)
**Author:** [@bkgoodman](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/bkgoodman)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2026, 8:12pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/excad3-z-control/193558 "2026-10-29T20:12:04Z")
I have a JBCCZ (sp?) ExCAD3 Galvo laser with automatic Z-Control. I have newest Lightburn 2.2 release - pulled settings in and everything seems fin - except I cannot for the life of me figure out how to adjust Z-height… --- ## [YRR2.0 don't work with swapped X/Y axis](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/yrr2-0-dont-work-with-swapped-x-y-axis/193456)
**Author:** [@popeye](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/popeye)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2026, 12:03pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/yrr2-0-dont-work-with-swapped-x-y-axis/193456 "2026-10-29T12:03:23Z")
Hi all, i’m working with Lightburn 2.2 and Ortur LM2Pro extended (800x400). Because of the extension i have the Ortur table 90° turned on my desk, so i have checked the Swap X/Y option in Basic Settings of Lightburn, a… --- ## [Error - Hard limit triggered](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/error-hard-limit-triggered/193462)
**Author:** [@andyjh69](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/andyjh69)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2026, 8:04pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/error-hard-limit-triggered/193462 "2026-10-25T20:04:58Z")
Hi, I am a newbie, so apologies if i have this wrong. I have a Blaze M Pro 10w diode. I have configured and connected to Lightburn on GRBL. When i unboxed 2 weeks ago i managed to burn a very poor test. Unable to aligned… --- ## [Hard Limit and Re-homing](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/hard-limit-and-re-homing/193333)
**Author:** [@Busyone](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/Busyone)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 1:13am UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/hard-limit-and-re-homing/193333 "2026-10-21T01:13:47Z")
Hello, I am getting the following message: Hard limit triggered. Machine position is likely lost due to sudden and immediate halt. Re-homing is highly recommended. I had this message on my previous laser, which I gave … --- ## [LightBurn 2.2.00 Early Access — RC-7](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/lightburn-2-2-00-early-access-rc-7/193183)
**Author:** [@LightBurn](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/LightBurn)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 6:35pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/lightburn-2-2-00-early-access-rc-7/193183 "2026-10-19T18:35:01Z")
RC-7 of the LightBurn 2.2 Early Access period is available now. Download 2.2 RC-7 here: As a reminder, you can install Early Access releases side-by-side with the latest official release. That means trying it out won’… --- ## [Omtech K40+ controller issue?](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/omtech-k40-controller-issue/193086)
**Author:** [@janworx](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/janworx)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2026, 10:49pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/omtech-k40-controller-issue/193086 "2026-10-17T22:49:53Z")
The last time I used this was a couple of months ago. It performed just fine at that time. Today, when I turned it on, it fiddles around for a while, and then repeatedly homes. Over and over. In Lightburn it may say … --- ## [Homing and X, Y detection for K40 and Monport mainboard](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/homing-and-x-y-detection-for-k40-and-monport-mainboard/193014)
**Author:** [@IvanZim](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/IvanZim)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2026, 7:40pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/homing-and-x-y-detection-for-k40-and-monport-mainboard/193014 "2026-10-09T19:40:48Z")
Hello, Some time ago, I purchased the Monport motherboard (LightBurn-compatible) for the K40 CO2 laser. I had bought a cheap K40 from Sihao due to budget constraints. I contacted them because their motherboard had an u… --- ## [Homing Error in Lightburn](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/homing-error-in-lightburn/192882)
**Author:** [@mntnman](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/mntnman)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2026, 3:35am UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/homing-error-in-lightburn/192882 "2026-10-07T03:35:06Z")
I just bought a new Ortur LM3 LE and have not been able to home it due to an error code in Lightburn. I spent all day yesterday communicating with Lightburn support.The homing issue has not been fixed.I provided all the … --- ## [Lightburn says Laser Ready, but the laser does not respond to any actions from lightburn](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/lightburn-says-laser-ready-but-the-laser-does-not-respond-to-any-actions-from-lightburn/192942)
**Author:** [@MtVic](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/MtVic)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 8:34am UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/lightburn-says-laser-ready-but-the-laser-does-not-respond-to-any-actions-from-lightburn/192942 "2026-10-05T08:34:52Z")
A series of events have resulted in my Laser no longer working with Lightburn. I couldn’t find anything about the specific error. Traceback (most recent call last): File “”, line 1, in NameError: name ‘G0’ isn’t defi… --- ## [Alarm sounding when I use the frame function](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/alarm-sounding-when-i-use-the-frame-function/192897)
**Author:** [@Busyone](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/Busyone)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2026, 11:12pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/alarm-sounding-when-i-use-the-frame-function/192897 "2026-10-02T23:12:14Z")
Hello Folks, I have the X Tool D1 Pro I had a connection disconnect on me. I was able to reconnect it, but now a get an alarm when I try to frame my project. I am able to home the laser so the X and Y axis are workin… --- ## [Help with Leetro controller change: MPC6515 to MPC6525](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/help-with-leetro-controller-change-mpc6515-to-mpc6525/192889)
**Author:** [@Amps](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/Amps)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2026, 12:12pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/help-with-leetro-controller-change-mpc6515-to-mpc6525/192889 "2026-10-02T12:12:21Z")
Hi everyone! I work at a university makerspace and we have a couple laser cutters from the mid-2000s including a large GoldenSign machine that had been running on a Leetro MPC6515 controller. A couple weeks ago, it stopp… --- ## [Z Axis fiber galvo auto focus with Klipper](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/z-axis-fiber-galvo-auto-focus-with-klipper/169075)
**Author:** [@RawDesign](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/RawDesign)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2026, 2:18pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/z-axis-fiber-galvo-auto-focus-with-klipper/169075 "2026-09-28T14:18:03Z")
Hi, Here you will find information about the Z axis auto focus project i made. I made this project because i have a simple Q-pulse fiber laser and like to make some colors on stainless steel. So to achieve same colo… --- ## [Framing issues with laser master ortur 3](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/framing-issues-with-laser-master-ortur-3/192616)
**Author:** [@Gonzalezs0812](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/Gonzalezs0812)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2026, 10:22pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/framing-issues-with-laser-master-ortur-3/192616 "2026-09-26T22:22:12Z")
Hello, having issues with my machine error \[MSG:86:Error: Shock and Movement detected! Check TroubleShooting Section in User Manual.\] See below for machine settings see below for console setting. ▶ Summary --- ## [Not firing laser](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/not-firing-laser/192718)
**Author:** [@ske25](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/ske25)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 11:14am UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/not-firing-laser/192718 "2026-09-24T11:14:46Z")
I recently updated from LightBurn 1.7 to 2.1.04. Everything initially worked, and I successfully engraved a project with my Gweike laser. After that, I opened another file I had successfully used before. The laser moved… --- ## [Lines in relief fill engraving](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/lines-in-relief-fill-engraving/192350)
**Author:** [@Conn\_grave](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/Conn_grave)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 8:36pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/lines-in-relief-fill-engraving/192350 "2026-09-17T20:36:01Z")
I have ortur lm3 20w diode laser with windows 11 on a lap top. I’m getting lines across the engraving, ▶ Console Log I’m not sure I’m asking the right question but am doing my best at age 82 Thanks, Tom --- ## [MKS DLC32 Setup Issues](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/mks-dlc32-setup-issues/192486)
**Author:** [@RRC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/RRC)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 8:30pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/mks-dlc32-setup-issues/192486 "2026-09-16T20:30:20Z")
I’ve been using Lightburn on a C02 laser for a while and recently built a hot wire foam cutter. I went with the DLC32 Max board. I got everything set up and I have motion. From the move tab I can move the machine and … --- ## [EZCAD 3 laser with 2.5d lens change help](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/ezcad-3-laser-with-2-5d-lens-change-help/192493)
**Author:** [@holdinweight](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/holdinweight)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 6:17pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/ezcad-3-laser-with-2-5d-lens-change-help/192493 "2026-09-15T18:17:18Z")
Okay I have a easy cat 3D laser that has three focal distances. 100 mm 220 and 300.. I don’t change out a physical lens and easy cat I just select different versions of the easy cat software to work with that lens distan… --- ## [Need help with firmware update steps and getting homing to work on Creality Falcon Pro 10 W](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/need-help-with-firmware-update-steps-and-getting-homing-to-work-on-creality-falcon-pro-10-w/185214)
**Author:** [@SRRjames](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/SRRjames)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 12:56pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/need-help-with-firmware-update-steps-and-getting-homing-to-work-on-creality-falcon-pro-10-w/185214 "2026-09-08T12:56:29Z")
Creality Falcon Pro 10w not homing just crashing into the upper right corner Tried to update firmware but not trusting I’m doing it correctly and unsure exactly how to verify version before and after. Brand new Faclon Pr… --- ## [OMTech K40+ SH-G 3020 + Cohesion3D Mini: Laser won't fire under Smoothieware control (PSU: ZYE MYJG50W)](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/omtech-k40-sh-g-3020-cohesion3d-mini-laser-wont-fire-under-smoothieware-control-psu-zye-myjg50w/192024)
**Author:** [@Brian6](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/Brian6)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 7:40pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/omtech-k40-sh-g-3020-cohesion3d-mini-laser-wont-fire-under-smoothieware-control-psu-zye-myjg50w/192024 "2026-09-07T19:40:51Z")
Software: LightBurn, device profile set to Smoothieware. Controller: Cohesion3D Mini, converted from the stock OMTech GD32F303-based mainboard. Machine: OMTech K40+ SH-G 3020. PSU: ZYE Laser MYJG50W (AC 110V/220V). Moti… --- ## [TTS 5.5w Has lost position](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/tts-5-5w-has-lost-position/192253)
**Author:** [@Alex\_Regis](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/Alex_Regis)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 1:21pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/tts-5-5w-has-lost-position/192253 "2026-09-04T13:21:23Z")
Hi, New to this. Using Two Trees 5.5 Laser Engraver. LB Pro 2.1.04. GRBL to control the laser. No limits. Until yesterday was working fine. Now it loses its position. I set my Home with Manual Homing. When I run… --- ## [Atezr Z stepper motor](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/atezr-z-stepper-motor/191353)
**Author:** [@jamin35008](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/jamin35008)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 2:53am UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/atezr-z-stepper-motor/191353 "2026-09-04T02:53:11Z")
Wondering if anyone could assist me with a Z stepper motor issue? I think something must have fell on my Z axis when either in storage or when putting into or taking out of storage becuase I setup the laser today to run… --- ## [Falcon 2 Pro stuck in startup loop](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/falcon-2-pro-stuck-in-startup-loop/192185)
**Author:** [@garrettoberg](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/garrettoberg)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2026, 10:31pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/falcon-2-pro-stuck-in-startup-loop/192185 "2026-09-03T22:31:47Z")
Hello all. I have a Creality Falcon2 Pro that I got in a nonworking condition. My understanding is that this machine hasn’t functioned properly since a new controller board was installed (from Creality) to solve an issue… --- ## [Woxcker / KnetokTool LE400Pro "ALARM:8 Homing Fail" possible fix](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/woxcker-knetoktool-le400pro-alarm-8-homing-fail-possible-fix/192091)
**Author:** [@Hoggar](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/Hoggar)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2026, 3:06am UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/woxcker-knetoktool-le400pro-alarm-8-homing-fail-possible-fix/192091 "2026-08-29T03:06:31Z")
ALARM:8 Homing fail. Cycle failed to clear limit switch when pulling off. Try increasing pull-off setting or check wiring. After days of reading and trying every fix suggested fix except for Flashing the firmware (I co… --- ## [Has anyone used the Cloudray HQPI GRBL card on Lightburn? I can't get mine to work!](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/has-anyone-used-the-cloudray-hqpi-grbl-card-on-lightburn-i-cant-get-mine-to-work/191992)
**Author:** [@KZNbro](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/KZNbro)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 9:06pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/has-anyone-used-the-cloudray-hqpi-grbl-card-on-lightburn-i-cant-get-mine-to-work/191992 "2026-08-27T21:06:05Z")
I have a Chinese 6040 laser that was built with an M2 Nano board which Still works fine with it but I wanted to use Lightburn so I bought a Cloudray HQPI controller card. It is a plug in swap from the M2 Nano to the Clou… --- ## [Smoothieware device shows CNC‑style controls — no laser options](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/smoothieware-device-shows-cnc-style-controls-no-laser-options/192062)
**Author:** [@Brian6](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/Brian6)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 9:00pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/smoothieware-device-shows-cnc-style-controls-no-laser-options/192062 "2026-08-27T21:00:00Z")
Hi all, I’m running an Omtech K40+ with a Cohesion3D Mini (Smoothieware), and LightBurn is treating the machine like a CNC router instead of a laser. I’m missing several laser‑specific options that normally appear for S… --- ## [I want to disable Z when homing](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/i-want-to-disable-z-when-homing/192076)
**Author:** [@Jumplead](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/Jumplead)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 10:12am UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/i-want-to-disable-z-when-homing/192076 "2026-08-27T10:12:05Z")
I would like to only home using X and Y, i believe this would be M28 X Y rather than M28. Is there an option to do this? --- ## [My machine isn't going to the coordinates it's told to in the G-code (X-Carve)](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/my-machine-isnt-going-to-the-coordinates-its-told-to-in-the-g-code-x-carve/191980)
**Author:** [@SaberHeavy](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/SaberHeavy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 6:21pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/my-machine-isnt-going-to-the-coordinates-its-told-to-in-the-g-code-x-carve/191980 "2026-08-21T18:21:22Z")
Machine second hand X-Carve machine, seems like a basic, not a pro. Working Area: 12" x 12" (304 x 304mm) 2.5" of Z-axis travel has tool probe works when jogging running on a lenovo thinkpad with win10 project setti… [Next page](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/tag/homing/28.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=homing)