# Silly Question About Controller
**URL:** https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907
**Category:** Controller (Buildbotics) Discussion
**Created:** [January 6, 2023, 4:27pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907 "2023-01-06T16:27:14Z")
**Posts on this page:** 20
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### Author:  [@Arykk](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Arykk)
#### Post date: [January 6, 2023, 4:27pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/1 "2023-01-06T16:27:14Z")
I have gotten the machine actually working using the eathernet connecting through onefinity.local. It’s a short term solution, but it shows me that my machine works. I think the next question is how to get the controller connected so that I can move the machine around.
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### Author:  [@Arykk](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Arykk)
#### Post date: [January 6, 2023, 4:35pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/2 "2023-01-06T16:35:54Z")
I’m also getting the “soft limit” warning whenever I try to shadow carve.
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### Author:  [@Arykk](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Arykk)
#### Post date: [January 6, 2023, 4:38pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/3 "2023-01-06T16:38:27Z")
Also, is there any way to use an old Kindle Fire that I have as a touch screen?
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### Author:  [@349iq2345](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/349iq2345)
#### Post date: [January 6, 2023, 4:47pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/4 "2023-01-06T16:47:37Z")
Hey Eric,
> [@Arykk](#):
>
> I’m also getting the “soft limit” warning whenever I try to shadow carve.
this warning can be safely ignored¹. It’s only after loading a g-code program of your own that you have to worry about such warnings.
Next step would be to [load a g-code program](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7mWnIIRgoA&list=PLlCbxVoOUWYVO32LhRoaSyQZnD1LgNl5p&index=5) of your own.
Alternatively you can enter [G-code](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G-code) commands into the command entry field of the [MDI Tab](https://buildbotics.com/manual-v1-0/#ControlPageMDITab) (in the [Tabbed Section](https://buildbotics.com/manual-v1-0/#tabbedsection)).
#### References
1. [Help! My Toolpath says ‘Under’ or ‘Over”! (with videos)](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/help-my-toolpath-says-under-or-over-with-videos/1982)
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### Author:  [@349iq2345](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/349iq2345)
#### Post date: [January 6, 2023, 4:50pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/5 "2023-01-06T16:50:52Z")
Hey Eric,
> [@Arykk](#):
>
> I think the next question is how to get the controller connected so that I can move the machine around.
what do you mean? Did you read the [Onefinity Owners’s Manual](https://www.onefinitycnc.com/_files/ugd/1cee9f_c602e6130f1d4b7ebc2f8795f50f77a4.pdf), to be found under “[Support](https://www.onefinitycnc.com/support)”?
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### Author:  [@349iq2345](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/349iq2345)
#### Post date: [January 6, 2023, 5:08pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/6 "2023-01-06T17:08:15Z")
Hey Eric,
> [@Arykk](#):
>
> I think the next question is how to get the controller connected so that I can move the machine around.
…or do you mean the gamepad or joypad or joystick?
- [Official Onefinity Joystick Controls (How to changes modes)](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/official-onefinity-joystick-controls-how-to-changes-modes/2299)
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### Author:  [@Arykk](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Arykk)
#### Post date: [January 6, 2023, 5:21pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/7 "2023-01-06T17:21:11Z")
Sorry, having grown up calling a Joypad a Controller, I will have to break myself from that habit.
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### Author:  [@Arykk](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Arykk)
#### Post date: [January 6, 2023, 5:24pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/8 "2023-01-06T17:24:12Z")
I have found that these days I must be told things. Trying to do things as I “read” (wildly difficult) is a waste of time most of the time.
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### Author:  [@349iq2345](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/349iq2345)
#### Post date: [January 6, 2023, 5:39pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/9 "2023-01-06T17:39:19Z")
Hey Eric,
> [@Arykk](#):
>
> Trying to do things as I “read” (wildly difficult) is a waste of time most of the time.
Do you have difficulties to read?
_I don’t do things while I read either._ I first read the manual, then I begin with doing.
Of course I haven’t remembered everything, but having read the whole documentation once allows me to find the answer to a question that appears while doing immediately because at least I know where approximately it was in the manual (or the video).
If it is possible for you, you should take your time and begin with reading all the [documentation](https://www.onefinitycnc.com/support) and watching all the [support videos on the OnefinityCNC channel](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LewgFJ76xcw&list=PLlCbxVoOUWYVsInAIXHKKvWGEqJqoELFD) at youtube.
Usually everyone who comes here wants to know the same things, that’s why writing was invented (and videos too nowadays), otherwise some people would have to answer the same questions over and over.
The official Onefinity Assembling Video [is here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GEb97oItLK0).
The official Onefinity Owner’s Manual with Assembly Instructions (PDF) [is here](https://www.onefinitycnc.com/_files/ugd/1cee9f_c602e6130f1d4b7ebc2f8795f50f77a4.pdf).
I have noticed that many do not know where the official documentation is. The best thing to do when you get the machine (or better yet, right after you order it) is to go through this information:
1. Read the [Fine manuals (PDF)](https://www.onefinitycnc.com/support)
2. Watch all the videos from the [“Support” Playlist](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LewgFJ76xcw&list=PLlCbxVoOUWYVsInAIXHKKvWGEqJqoELFD)
3. Read the [FAQ documents](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/c/faq/23)
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### Author:  [@Arykk](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Arykk)
#### Post date: [January 6, 2023, 5:56pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/10 "2023-01-06T17:56:05Z")
Yes, with my brain injury I have learned that when I read I tend to skip lines, and I end up having to go back and reread everything multiple times. So I have learned that the best way to achieve success is to talk to someone while I do it, which is not likely, but next would be videos.
I am going to start watching videos. I have to say, it is extremely helpful and appreciated that you attach links as you go.
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### Author:  [@349iq2345](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/349iq2345)
#### Post date: [January 6, 2023, 6:18pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/11 "2023-01-06T18:18:43Z")
Hey Eric,
> [@Arykk](#):
>
> Yes, with my brain injury I have learned that when I read I tend to skip lines, and I end up having to go back and reread everything multiple times. So I have learned that the best way to achieve success is to talk to someone while I do it, which is not likely, but next would be videos.
I understand, that sucks.
I’m so sorry that this accident happened to you.
> [@Arykk](#):
>
> I am going to start watching videos. I have to say, it is extremely helpful and appreciated that you attach links as you go.
That’s a good idea. Fortunately Onefinity makes a lot of effort to create videos for all the possible frequently asked questions or known issues!
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### Author:  [@Arykk](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Arykk)
#### Post date: [January 8, 2023, 3:21pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/12 "2023-01-08T15:21:56Z")
I am finding that the videos are not helping get me to the finish line, because they are all made from to outlook that they purchased the machine and are assembling with all the pieces provided. I think I received the bones and that’s about it. Sorry, let me restate that. I received all but the joystick (look at me go, using correct lingo), and the touchscreen. I understand that that this machine can be used without that, and I’m actually constructing my wasteboard today.
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### Author:  [@Arykk](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Arykk)
#### Post date: [January 9, 2023, 1:45am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/13 "2023-01-09T01:45:30Z")
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### Author:  [@Arykk](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Arykk)
#### Post date: [January 9, 2023, 2:00am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/14 "2023-01-09T02:00:24Z")
So I got on the forum from my phone and grabbed a picture on it. So I snapped a picture of the wasteboard that I got done today. I think I’m just about ready to get started, so now I just need the next step. My XCarve uses Easel, but I really don’t like it, so I’d prefer to use something else.
And this is what I do.
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### Author:  [@349iq2345](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/349iq2345)
#### Post date: [January 9, 2023, 7:52am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/15 "2023-01-09T07:52:44Z")
Hey Eric,
> [@Arykk](#):
>
> I am finding that the videos are not helping get me to the finish line, because they are all made from to outlook that they purchased the machine and are assembling with all the pieces provided. I think I received the bones and that’s about it. Sorry, let me restate that. I received all but the joystick (look at me go, using correct lingo), and the touchscreen. I understand that that this machine can be used without that, and I’m actually constructing my wasteboard today.
Just in case you feel some part could be missing, here is the
- [Packing List For The Onefinity Woodworker](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/packing-list-for-the-onefinity-woodworker/3580) ([PDF](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/uploads/short-url/A3YFCfxUus9QBTx5tMUWGeW2uGy.pdf))
See also:
- [Common Bolt Types on the Onefinity](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/common-bolt-types-on-the-onefinity/3057)
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### Author:  [@Arykk](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Arykk)
#### Post date: [January 9, 2023, 1:40pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/16 "2023-01-09T13:40:30Z")
I think I came across incorrectly. I’m not concerned with assembling. I think I’ve gotten to the next step. I’m at the point where I need to get the controlling software figured out so that I can get cutting.
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### Author:  [@349iq2345](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/349iq2345)
#### Post date: [January 9, 2023, 1:59pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/17 "2023-01-09T13:59:44Z")
Hey Eric,
> [@Arykk](#):
>
> I think I’ve gotten to the next step. I’m at the point where I need to get the controlling software figured out so that I can get cutting.
this should be rather easy. You already have CNC experience.
You open your [favorite CAD/CAM program](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/what-cad-cam-software-can-be-used-to-make-gcode-files-for-the-onefinity-cnc/10253), create a 3D model of whatever you want to mill, select the [Onefinity Post processor](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/what-is-a-post-processor-what-does-it-do-and-why-do-i-need-one-specificly-for-my-onefinity/8709), export the toolpath as g-code to a USB stick (needs to be formatted with FAT32, NTFS or ext4 – support for modern exFAT is not installed¹ on the Onefinity Controller ☹), insert the USB stick into the Onefinity Controller, click on the “Upload a new G-code program” icon, select the file, switch the router on, and click on the “Play” icon.
If you want to watch videos, you know where the [OnefinityCNC youtube channel](https://www.youtube.com/@OnefinityCNC) is.
There you can
- [Learn how to load a g-code program on the Onefinity](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7mWnIIRgoA&list=PLlCbxVoOUWYVO32LhRoaSyQZnD1LgNl5p&index=4)
- [Learn how to use the Touch Probe](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p84CB9iMl6Q&list=PLlCbxVoOUWYUXrMYLUP5_GdxAxrRtRtF3)
- [Watch all the other “Support” videos](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LewgFJ76xcw&list=PLlCbxVoOUWYVsInAIXHKKvWGEqJqoELFD).
1. – would become available via [fuse](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ExFAT#Adoption) on the older Raspberry Pi OS version found on Onefinity controller by doing ‘apt-get install fuse exfat-fuse exfat-utils’
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### Author:  [@Arykk](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Arykk)
#### Post date: [January 9, 2023, 8:11pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/18 "2023-01-09T20:11:58Z")
So I actually had Aspire given a couple years ago, so making Gcode is no issue. I actually loaded up the plane out my wasteboard and I could not get it to move. It just threw errors and that was it.
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### Author:  [@OnefinityCNC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/OnefinityCNC)
#### Post date: [January 9, 2023, 8:30pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/19 "2023-01-09T20:30:32Z")
if you look at your simulation, the teal box is where the machine can move. the neon green is where your gcode is telling it to move, which is outside the box, hence your issues.
> [@Help! My Toolpath says 'Under' or 'Over" (BB controllers) OR 'Soft Alarm on AXIS" (Masso controllers)! (with videos)](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/help-my-toolpath-says-under-or-over-with-videos/1982):
>
> While this FAQ was originally wrote for the Non-Elite Machines, the same principal applies to both. Over/under on non-elite controllers and soft alarm on elite controllers mean the same thing, so the below principals apply to all machines. Many new users to the Onefinity CNC often get the machine unboxed, assembled, and moving in a few minutes without ever needing to look at instructions. But then they home the machine and are alarmed when their screen looks like this: (Left picture is non-e…
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### Author:  [@Atroz](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Atroz)
#### Post date: [January 9, 2023, 8:52pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/silly-question-about-controller/17907/20 "2023-01-09T20:52:27Z")
Which product do you have? If it is a journeyman you’d be looking at about 48" wide and 32" deep. Based on that 3D image and your file name, I think you did 30" wide and 42" deep. I.e. you need to rotate it 90º.
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