Cutting Machine Silhouette Cameo Pro MK-II: Skillnad mellan sidversioner

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(Basic instructions adapted from Curio)
 
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| align="center" |'''Silhouette Curio 2 info'''
| align="center" |'''Silhouette Cameo Pro MK-II info'''
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| style="padding:0.1em; font-size:1.0em; background-color:#dfeff2" |'''Usage:''' free for all
| style="padding:0.1em; font-size:1.0em; background-color:#dfeff2" |'''Usage:''' free for all
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| style="padding:0.1em; font-size:1.0em; background-color:#dfeff2" |'''Model:''' Silhouette Cameo Pro MK-II
| style="padding:0.1em; font-size:1.0em; background-color:#dfeff2" |'''Model:''' Silhouette Cameo Pro MK-II
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| style="padding:0.1em; font-size:1.0em; background-color:#dfeff2" |'''Work surface:''' 24x∞"
| style="padding:0.1em; font-size:1.0em; background-color:#dfeff2" |'''Material width:''' 24" / 609mm
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| style="padding:0.1em; font-size:1.0em; background-color:#dfeff2" |'''Booking:''' First come, first served
| style="padding:0.1em; font-size:1.0em; background-color:#dfeff2" |'''Booking:''' First come, first served
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# Choose material: foil on a roll, or Cameo mat
# Choose material: foil on a roll, or Cameo mat
  1. For rolls: attach roll support under the front of the cutter, adjust width and place roll onto support
## Roll: attach roll support under the front of the cutter, adjust width and place roll onto support
  2. For mat: remove roll support if needed, [mat attachment instructions pending]
## Mat: remove roll support if needed, ''[mat attachment instructions pending]''
 
# Adjust the rollers so that the outermost ones sit close to the edge of the foil/mat, and the rest are evenly spaced across  
# Adjust the rollers so that the outermost ones sit close to the edge of the foil/mat, and the rest are evenly spaced across  
# Push the material up against the intake and press ⌃ button at bottom edge to load material
# Push the material up against the intake
# Line up your material with the alignment indicator to the left of the intake
# Press ⌃ button at bottom edge to load material


=== '''Tool selection''' ===
=== '''Tool selection''' ===
# To change tools: pull forward on tool holder's protruding tab, lift the tool upward. Iinsert the new tool using the same procedure in reverse.
# To change tools: pull forward on tool holder's protruding tab, lift the tool upward. Insert the new tool using the same procedure, in reverse.
# The completely white cutting tool is “auto depth” one, suitable for cutting when you are unsure of the exact settings.
# The completely white cutting tool is “auto depth” one, suitable for cutting when you are unsure of the exact settings.


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# Click '''Send'''.
# Click '''Send'''.
# Your design will now be cut / drawn / engraved
# Your design will now be cut / drawn / engraved
=== '''Unloading''' ===
Press ⌄ at the bottom of the control panel, multiple times if needed, to unload material


== Accessories ==
== Accessories ==

Versionen från 14 oktober 2025 kl. 14.24

Silhouette Cameo Pro MK-II info
Usage: free for all
Model: Silhouette Cameo Pro MK-II
Material width: 24" / 609mm
Booking: First come, first served
Cost: None (but vinyl by the dm is purchased in web store)
Logging: None
Location: Big Room

The Silhouette Cameo Pro MK-II is a large-format cutting machine with an expanded 24-inch cutting width, which can be fed with material on rolls as well as on adhesive mats. It is capable of cutting a wide range of materials, including vinyl, paper, cardstock, fabric, and thin leather. Additionally, pen plotting is also possible using purpose-made or user-supplied pens.

Usage

Starting the Machine

Power on the machine by pressing and holding the power button on the right side.

Preparing the material feed

  1. Choose material: foil on a roll, or Cameo mat
    1. Roll: attach roll support under the front of the cutter, adjust width and place roll onto support
    2. Mat: remove roll support if needed, [mat attachment instructions pending]
  1. Adjust the rollers so that the outermost ones sit close to the edge of the foil/mat, and the rest are evenly spaced across
  2. Push the material up against the intake
  3. Line up your material with the alignment indicator to the left of the intake
  4. Press ⌃ button at bottom edge to load material

Tool selection

  1. To change tools: pull forward on tool holder's protruding tab, lift the tool upward. Insert the new tool using the same procedure, in reverse.
  2. The completely white cutting tool is “auto depth” one, suitable for cutting when you are unsure of the exact settings.

Software preparation

  1. Start Silhouette Studio on the computer next to the cutting machines.
  2. Select Cameo Pro MK-II in the top right white box. It should say "ready" in green letters, if not, check that it's
    1. Turned on
    2. Connected via USB
    3. Has material loaded (try unloading and loading again)
  3. Open your design and adjust its size and placement.
  4. If using the Cameo grid mat for precise placement, select Cameo Mat from the options on the right side of the window, and adjust the transparency slider so you can see lines and numbers.

Cutting

  1. Click the SEND tab.
  2. Select the tool(s) you inserted and the material you are using.
  3. Adjust the force and cutting depth settings.
  4. For textile transfers, stencils, and use cases, choose Mirror (unless you have already mirrored your design, earlier in the process).
  5. Click Send.
  6. Your design will now be cut / drawn / engraved

Unloading

Press ⌄ at the bottom of the control panel, multiple times if needed, to unload material

Accessories

  • Cutting mats with registration grid​
  • Gel pens
  • Pen Holder (for regular pens)