Im able to go on my saved pages and it works just fine, just on new ones it doesnt work right. select Automatically detect registration marks. The Cameo will then go through the process of reading the registration marks. First, when I said that you will probably use a blade setting of 3, thickness 33 and speed 3, thats for crafters who are working with cardstock for hand-made cards, scrapbooks and other similar paper crafts. Thanks for the tip but it did not solve the issue. After the 3rd or 4th time, I just pull out the Exacto knife and finish the cut on my own, even thought its not perfect. After cutting borders of the box the blade goes at the very bottom of the cutting mat instead of the top. I set it up ok and did a test cut and then a few simple cuts. However, if I select a tool, I can't use it, and the hand icon is still there! I imported the image, traced it, deleted the original image. If this is the case, well have to check for possible mouse settings within Silhouette Studio. Help! Which menu comes up is based on where you are in the software at the time and whether or not you have images selected. Glenda in GA, Same problem, prevent the computer from allowing the cameo to phone home by turning off your internet access. On all of my other blades, the tiny white cap at the end unscrews, so that you can remove any paper bits; plus the hole around the blade is noticeably smaller. 2 over here with Mrs. Cameo & myself, and our relationship seems to lighten up rapidly Please help!!! I hope this works!!! I will be anxious to hear how it works out! Im usually very prompt with my replies. Ive been cutting images with no problem. wont even turn on. Please help me. PLEASE HELP! I have to turn my cameo off and on between each new design whats going on? now when I cut it will only cut on the right side! However, perhaps if you try calibrating your Cameo by doing a Print-and-Cut. Previously I could adjust the size using the mouse by the tiniest fraction of an inch but now I am restricted to 1/4 inch. It sounds like the ame issue Im having. 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I am trying to use the stencil vinyl to do an etched glass project also my 1st project with this machine. anybody no why?? When you understanding the ways the cursor can look, its easier to do what you want to do in the software. It would be so kind if you could find some litlle time for getting back to me. You pay the same price. I also had a most recent graphics card updated/installed. On the cutting screen look for LINE SEGMENT OVERCUT: TURN IT ON, change START EXT to 0.02- END EXT 0.02. If I were doing this in a Microsoft Word document, Id just crop the image. i've searched old forums and seen the issue but haven't found any posted solutions. I have a new card 16 g that has been formatted before I started to use it. When I want to make a circle or square, it just goes crazy, making huge circle when I just drag a bit. Setting the blade unnecessarily high will chip the end of your blade, and you know what that meanstime for a new blade! They just dont care Stuck on Pan tool (hand symbol)?! However, if I select a tool, I can't use it, and the hand icon is still Im not sure how else to place the paper on the matt Ive tried everything! But it may just not be clipped on tightly. I have only had my cameo for 2 months and only used it a handful of times. So glad I found your blog. Whoops. my blade got dull so.. ( all this happened right around the same time-ish ) I bought a new blade , updated my software, and opened a new roll of contact paper. Or better question how do I do make it sticky again? The only way which resolves this issue it to reset my mac, however, this will only fix it for around 5-10 minutes before it does it all over again! Ive watched YouTube videos and I repeat every step they do. I have the blade set to two, and keep all the speeds the same as it told me. Wrap it under the roller prongs around the groove a few times.. then twist the roller and it should move over the floss and got unstuck.. My first suggestion would be to close the Silhouette Studio software and shut down the Cameo. I took the blade housing apart and the blade moves freely. Hi, my name is Kourtney and i had just bought a cut from the silhouette store and from then on out every time i open my silhouette cameo is says something about how Am error has occurred. Some people say a new mouse fixed it or updating mouse drivers fixed it. I dont no what to do pleas help me . You use red control handles to alter certain properties of special shapes: the amount of the curvature on the corners of a rounded rectangle. Please let me know how it works out. Did anyone find a solution? It doesnt seem to do it on cardstock, but it has done it on the scrapbook paper. cant move or group or anything with out doing the same thing! I used to until I was having the same problem, so I found it by trial and error. It does seem to have this problem in the first letter of what Im cutting almost every time, but at other times, its random. in cut settings, I selected NO CUT and also selected the sketch pen. If none of the above work, its time to call the Silhouette America support team. But, the Deep Cut blade wont cut through my chip board even on the deepest setting. When my computer goes into sleep mode while in the middle of a long cut, the silhouette will stop and read unload although it is only part way through the cut. I have exactly the same issue, Ive even tried rubbing my anti-static bag over the paper as I would for heat embossing but still no success. The Cameo will read the registration marks so the text will print exactly where you want it. - which invites "me too" answers of little value - into "Does anyone have a solution to this problem?" Theres usually a better option. This is an important step because sometimes memory gets garbled and needs to be reset. In addition, it is not cutting the object that I am sending. It is an A4 sheet, so I selected A4 sheet, put the vinyl onto the cutting mat making sure the shiney side was on the mat, and it was in the top left corner nearest the feeder selected blade 2 on the blade and speed 8, thickness 9 blade 2 on the settings but it didnt seem to cut very deep. Im pretty much always cutting on a 3, regular cardstock. I have uninstalled and re-installed several times without success. Hi Gloria Once all steps are completed, please go to your computers Control Panel > Printers section and remove the CAMEO 3 driver that was installed. I finally managed to figure out the registrations mark (Im using the new cameo if that matters?) I will do my best to help you fall *completely* in love with your Cameo. Trying to make my first cut on my new Cameo 4 and Silhouette Studio Sends my image, but then stays stuck on processing. So, lets dig a little deeper. Once you click on the Drawing Area in Text Creation mode, the cursor changes to show you where the new text will start. You probably already have this problem solved. Is Koestler's The Sleepwalkers still well regarded? Is my machine defective or is the power cord known to be weak? Promise!! It cuts beautifully and want to figure this out. July 6, 2017 By Cindy Eckhoff Leave a Comment. My problem is similar new machine used a few times. Calibrating the Silhouette can be as easy as just turning it off and back on again. I prefer the Cricut mats because they are much sturdier. Thank you in advance for your assistance. Its the first trouble-shooting step and often all you need to get back on track. And yes, I have made sure that my space bar is not stuck, it's fine. I never change (willingly) my Snap to Grid setting to the "on" position. I made sure the roller was down etc but it still shifts while its cutting. Hi Gloria, same as you I had many problem after I installed to V3 version. . OMGosh!!! We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Re-open the Finder Please let me know how it works out. (totally could be) Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!! In fact, over a period of a couple of months, they sent me three new blades, until finally, one of their support staff explained to me about the blade settings. Weve already gone over theicon barsin a previous lesson. Is there something I should know for when a design has perforation? Could you help me out with this? Thanks for your reply. I miss the machine that used to cut so beautifully. Its definitely a software problem with the Silhouette Studio application. I was cutting out several smaller shapes today. Thanks, so much for dropping by. HELP !! Im having this exact same issue!!!! I ensure that my designs are well away from the edge, and completely within the red square area in the preview page. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Also, everyone says dont use your blade higher than 2 or 3. What to do? and install the Legacy versionits solid and will not give you any trouble. Here is my website: Seuls au monde Tome 1 Les rescaps du Greenway pdf, Hello Gloria, They have a live chat feature. I am trying to cut out a phrase on cardstock, but on all trace options, the SC is picking up my font outline and tracing on either side, so it is creating very intricate work on a font that should should be very simple and 200pt size. They finally replaced the faulty blade after numerous calls and emails. I took it slow, since I didnt know what I was doing. It cost me $29. Gloria. I then reopened my document and the hand icon was still there as my permanent cursor! (I PLAYED AROUND WITH THESE SETTINGS AND FIND OUT 0.005-0.005 OR 0.009-0.009 WORKS GREAT), I CAN FINALLY SAY IM LOVING MY CAMEO LOL. Where would I find these? Click the Identity Shield toggle so that the white status indicator is to the RIGHT. I have also tried this with the newest version and the version it came with without luck. If your computer has a touchscreen, you have the option to navigate around the software by touching different areas of the screen, just like you would with a smartphone. What am i doing wrong what do i need to do. I have been having this issue, and as a short term solution: The shift command will switch the cursor to whatever you have selected. The new v.3, on the other hand is a software disaster. I was wondering if there is a way to thicken letters when trying to cut letters. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );