Thank you for showing us the Cameo 4, which I am definitely buying, but I am waiting for the 15” or 20”. I am super excited about the increased force. I had a Cameo 2 and currently have the 3 and have always said I would pay $500 for a more robust machine. Looks like my dream is coming true!
Unfortunately there seem to be zero videos on how to use the cameo 4 for someone who has never owned on. How to load the mat, etc. I guess it will be identical to the cameo 3 ?
yes it's identical :) and we have 2500+ free tutorials on Silhouette School Blog www.silhouetteschoolblog. The New Start Here area is a great place for beginners.
I am new to Cameo 4 and have watch many of your videos. After using the 3 for years I still found many of your tips very new and useful. thanks. My problem at this time is that my auto blade is cutting too deep....ON THE FIRST cut. I laid out three items to cut today. the First cut went all the way through the material (white sticker) As this has happened before, I laid out the next two cuts, without making any adjustments. These two were perfect with no problems. This is very frustrating. any suggestions? The blade had not been removed since my last use. I've only made about 10 vinyl cuts and don't believe there should be any build up of material on the blade. Judy
Have you ever had an issue with the vinyl roll going off the rollers? I have an issue where the vinyl goes in straight but eventually as it’s going through the cutter it seems to go away from one of the rollers and then it messes up my project. I have the silhouette 2
Hi Just starting to use the cameo for the first time. Bought version 4. Finally got the computer to talk to the cutter. Problem it will not cut the sticker vinyl. All I got was a few scratches at gauge 10 and pressure 30. Then tried a piece of copy paper. Cot some cuts but only clean cuts partially. What is going on ?? Please help. Think I have wasted $300 !!!!
So when I get the new machine and we do the update for it to recognize the new machine, will I still be able to use my cameo 3 too? Sorry I know it's probably a crazy question, but I've only had the cameo 3 about a yr now and I know that some of the tools won't be able to be used in each of the machines models, so I just wanted to make sure the software will still be able to be used for both machines or pick up the cameo 3 once I update it for the cameo 4. I'm still quite new to all this, and still have some confusion about it all, but am learning as I go. I really want to go ahead and order the new cameo 4, but I think I want to wait until the 20 inch comes out. Especially since so many rolls of vinyl are 15+ inches wide.
Can anyone tell me how to make letters go from tall to short? What I am trying to do is start word out tell and make the letters get shorter at the end of the word? I am using a Silhouette Cameo 4. I would like to make a word kind of like a ramp.
Hello Melissa, I unboxed by new Cameo 4 which I bought a month ago and this is the problem: firmware needs updating (1.03) I plugged in the usb cable as directed, clicked on update now - it flashes other instructions, such as do not turn off; however, nothing happens - I left on overnight thinking it was working in the background. I then downloaded the firmware and extracted to my desktop; however, after following the direction from the website - I get an error message after clicking ok please when it tells me to connect and power on - the error message I get is "Error, please check connection with Cameo" - I don't know what or where else to go. I have restarted in between each attempt. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
I received a cameo 4 for Christmas. I made several designs and cuts without any problem. Then I had an iron on image and flipped it. With that design and cut it began sending every cut to a queue and saying it qas complete. I can not get any project to cut now.
Could you tell me if the new Cameo 4 silhouette can cut chipboard, Bristol board, illustration board and balsa wood like the Cricut Maker and Scan N cut? Alguien podría decirme si el nuevo silhouette Cameo 4 Puede cortar Chipboard, papel ilustracion, madera balsa como la Cricut maker o la Scan N cut?
Esli Montserrat G'B I’ve heard this can cut thicker stuff but I’ve not actually seen proper info and all. Honestly on the websites to buy them they should give a full list of what it can cut instead of “-and much more!”
La Tanya Wilson Get an Easy Press 2.0 if you are a beginner. It works wonderfully and is a great way to jump in without dedicating a lot of space and money.
HI there! I am not sure what you mean by sharp stencils. Check out the blog posts I have on stencils to decide what would work for you here: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/search?q=stencils
Hi Melissa, thank you so much for the video.Is it possible for you to please measure where the lid slides out the back - how far out it pokes out and also how high off the table it is? I have mine on preorder and so excited, but worried that the shelving unit I use will work for it as there is a metal bar that runs horizontally along the back as a stabliser.... want to get its new home ready before it arrives haha.
Hi, is there anyway that you can contact me? I have purchased a bundle from swing for tshirt making. The cameo4 and mint heat press, plus we ordered the business edition software. Didn't come, tried to contact swing and I all I got was a code, literally. I have no idea how to use it and I'm totally frustrated. Can you please help us? Thanks!
Hello I have a question but can’t find the answer I already own a cameo3 just bought the 4 it days it comes with a free 1 month subscription to the design store how do I redeem it since I already have a account or can I ?
Just got my cameo4 today! Your video has been so helpful and the extras totally sold me on buying from Swing!! That's the only way I knew I'd need the firmware update! :) Thanks so much!
Aww man already picked up mines before I seen this video and knew about your bundle. The instruction book would have really helped I wish it came in the one from Michaels. Know I seen the comment about the school blog so I will look there for a video on how to use the machine
I bought mine and received it. I've been using it and noticed there isn't a repeat job button on the machine like there is on the cameo 2. Where is it?? gone?
Cheryl Barrett Silhouette has dedicated pens for drawing so I don’t think you can use another brand (I believe they are fairly thick) and it does read svg files. I hope that helps.
P.S. I tried reaching out to Silhouette and you can't talk with anyone and then from the recorded message, it states you can chat live. Nope, there is absolutely nothing. We are totally new to this and it is more than over whelming. I get we are going thru covid, however you can't sell things to people and not help.
For a brand new beginner who has never owned a machine like this, you're going way to fast. I can't see how you loaded that blade. I'll have to find another video to help me. Thank you for your service. Maybe i'll try back here when I know more.
Shelly Moffat hey I just got my cameo it’s simple you go to the cartridge 1 it’s sorta of a circle cut in half. One half you can pull it opens the circle larger you slide your auto blade in place and then push the half back and it locks it in place. It’s not hard I figured it out on my own.
Too much talking and nothing to show how to use. Talking about how to buy. Show us how to connect and use, or change the title to how to purchase. totally useless
Geez Melissa I typed in cameo 4 set up and I guess you worded your title funny but this video was just high pitched talking and no useful information, thx tho
Very poor video. How many times does she say she just got off the plane? Who cares? All I wanted to know is does this thing cut fabrics like the Cricut. VERY poorly done. TD. OMG, at her rate, her "hour long video" would contain about 5 minutes worth of useful info. We can't forget to comment on her 'clock' every once in awhile ... Very frustrating to watch an un-re-boxing as well.
Thank you for showing us the Cameo 4, which I am definitely buying, but I am waiting for the 15” or 20”. I am super excited about the increased force. I had a Cameo 2 and currently have the 3 and have always said I would pay $500 for a more robust machine. Looks like my dream is coming true!
Unfortunately there seem to be zero videos on how to use the cameo 4 for someone who has never owned on. How to load the mat, etc. I guess it will be identical to the cameo 3 ?
yes it's identical :) and we have 2500+ free tutorials on Silhouette School Blog www.silhouetteschoolblog. The New Start Here area is a great place for beginners.
I found a channel named CrystalAnn who does a much more in depth presentation. Hope that helps you. I can relate.
Silhouette School blog
@@shellylynndiy1686 thank you for posting ill check her out.
I came here looking for same. I'm not tech savvy and have no idea what i'm doing. Never owned a Silhouette machine before.
Which tools do i need to buy extra for sticker making?
Hey there! Check out this blog post: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/2022/01/how-to-print-and-cut-with-silhouette.html
I am new to Cameo 4 and have watch many of your videos. After using the 3 for years I still found many of your tips very new and useful. thanks. My problem at this time is that my auto blade is cutting too deep....ON THE FIRST cut. I laid out three items to cut today. the First cut went all the way through the material (white sticker) As this has happened before, I laid out the next two cuts, without making any adjustments. These two were perfect with no problems. This is very frustrating. any suggestions? The blade had not been removed since my last use. I've only made about 10 vinyl cuts and don't believe there should be any build up of material on the blade. Judy
It's likely that your blade is not fully down in the carriage. There should not be a gap.
What's the best multi heat press to use with the silhouette cameo 4
When does the new 24 inch Cameo out again. There site is out of stock. Thank you...
Have you ever had an issue with the vinyl roll going off the rollers? I have an issue where the vinyl goes in straight but eventually as it’s going through the cutter it seems to go away from one of the rollers and then it messes up my project. I have the silhouette 2
Hey there! I would have to see it to really be able to see what's happening. Feel free to drop us a message on FB or an email.
Hi Just starting to use the cameo for the first time. Bought version 4. Finally got the computer to talk to the cutter. Problem it will not cut the sticker vinyl. All I got was a few scratches at gauge 10 and pressure 30. Then tried a piece of copy paper. Cot some cuts but only clean cuts partially. What is going on ?? Please help. Think I have wasted $300 !!!!
Im getting confuse which machine is much better the silhouette cameo or cricut maker?
Cameo . :)
It’s preference
So when I get the new machine and we do the update for it to recognize the new machine, will I still be able to use my cameo 3 too? Sorry I know it's probably a crazy question, but I've only had the cameo 3 about a yr now and I know that some of the tools won't be able to be used in each of the machines models, so I just wanted to make sure the software will still be able to be used for both machines or pick up the cameo 3 once I update it for the cameo 4. I'm still quite new to all this, and still have some confusion about it all, but am learning as I go. I really want to go ahead and order the new cameo 4, but I think I want to wait until the 20 inch comes out. Especially since so many rolls of vinyl are 15+ inches wide.
Yes you can still connect either machine to your software.
@@SilhouetteSchool ok thanks so much for replying back to me, I really appreciate it
Can you use an iPad or iPhone with the cameo 4 or does it have to be a pc
Can anyone tell me how to make letters go from tall to short? What I am trying to do is start word out tell and make the letters get shorter at the end of the word? I am using a Silhouette Cameo 4. I would like to make a word kind of like a ramp.
Hello Melissa, I unboxed by new Cameo 4 which I bought a month ago and this is the problem: firmware needs updating (1.03) I plugged in the usb cable as directed, clicked on update now - it flashes other instructions, such as do not turn off; however, nothing happens - I left on overnight thinking it was working in the background. I then downloaded the firmware and extracted to my desktop; however, after following the direction from the website - I get an error message after clicking ok please when it tells me to connect and power on - the error message I get is "Error, please check connection with Cameo" - I don't know what or where else to go. I have restarted in between each attempt.
Thank you in advance for your assistance.
I received a cameo 4 for Christmas. I made several designs and cuts without any problem. Then I had an iron on image and flipped it. With that design and cut it began sending every cut to a queue and saying it qas complete. I can not get any project to cut now.
Could you tell me if the new Cameo 4 silhouette can cut chipboard, Bristol board, illustration board and balsa wood like the Cricut Maker and Scan N cut?
Alguien podría decirme si el nuevo silhouette Cameo 4 Puede cortar Chipboard, papel ilustracion, madera balsa como la Cricut maker o la Scan N cut?
Esli Montserrat G'B I’ve heard this can cut thicker stuff but I’ve not actually seen proper info and all. Honestly on the websites to buy them they should give a full list of what it can cut instead of “-and much more!”
Out of all the machines, which one is the best? I have a curio & there’s little to no videos for that machine. Is it because it sucks?
They are all awesome :)
New to this...Do you have a heat press you recommend also with the Silhouette?
La Tanya Wilson Get an Easy Press 2.0 if you are a beginner. It works wonderfully and is a great way to jump in without dedicating a lot of space and money.
I'm interested in the cameo 4. Will it cut sharp stencils for lettering/numbering on wood? Thanks
HI there! I am not sure what you mean by sharp stencils. Check out the blog posts I have on stencils to decide what would work for you here: www.silhouetteschoolblog.com/search?q=stencils
I just purchased this & can’t cut at all
Thank you - waiting for he 20"... can't wait!!
What is the hole on the left for?
How do you recalibrate if you need to?
Hi Melissa, thank you so much for the video.Is it possible for you to please measure where the lid slides out the back - how far out it pokes out and also how high off the table it is? I have mine on preorder and so excited, but worried that the shelving unit I use will work for it as there is a metal bar that runs horizontally along the back as a stabliser.... want to get its new home ready before it arrives haha.
Hi, is there anyway that you can contact me? I have purchased a bundle from swing for tshirt making. The cameo4 and mint heat press, plus we ordered the business edition software. Didn't come, tried to contact swing and I all I got was a code, literally. I have no idea how to use it and I'm totally frustrated. Can you please help us? Thanks!
Hello I have a question but can’t find the answer I already own a cameo3 just bought the 4 it days it comes with a free 1 month subscription to the design store how do I redeem it since I already have a account or can I ?
I want the black one SO bad!
Because the Cameo 4 can cut to 3mm deep is there a blade for that or is the Silhouette Deep-Cut Blade what you want to use for that?
can i use my cameo 4 with out a second blade
Thte right tool carriage can only be used with the speciality blades: 3mm Kraft Blade, Punch Tool, and Rotary Blade.
So they release this Cameo 4 but they don't give us the option to purchase the additional blades yet. I love watching you by the way!!
That's right - the additional blades are not yet available
Just got my cameo4 today! Your video has been so helpful and the extras totally sold me on buying from Swing!! That's the only way I knew I'd need the firmware update! :) Thanks so much!
Just got the 4 and it’s stuck at syncing
Do you need digitized software in order for the cameo to read my personal designs on my laptop?
Just purchased the cameo 4. This is my first machine btw. Can it cut mylar for reusable stencil's? I use them to airbrush. Please help
So you should change the title because this was not a setup video.
I hate it when they release a new machine and all accessories are not available.
That’s why I never buy a new release right away. Wait until all the kinks are ironed out!
Can't disagree, but happens quite a bit just due to production and manufacturing
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Aww man already picked up mines before I seen this video and knew about your bundle. The instruction book would have really helped I wish it came in the one from Michaels. Know I seen the comment about the school blog so I will look there for a video on how to use the machine
is the dept of cameo 3 and 4 same? I've been using my cameo 3 with my cricut carry tote without the foam. I hope the cameo 4 will fit to.
I didn't get the 40% off coupon for the rotary blade with my bundle! How do I get it?
How do you get the blue adapter to hold the Amy Chromas engraving tool ?? Mine slides out :(
I bought mine and received it. I've been using it and noticed there isn't a repeat job button on the machine like there is on the cameo 2. Where is it?? gone?
Really sad it didn't released with expansion to 15" or 20" that would be super improvement
They are coming
They are coming in 2020
@@SilhouetteSchool that i will buy waiting !
Silhouette School when in 2020?
I can’t get my Bluetooth to connect
Me either
can you use other pens to draw, will they fit, and does it read svg files?
Cheryl Barrett Silhouette has dedicated pens for drawing so I don’t think you can use another brand (I believe they are fairly thick) and it does read svg files. I hope that helps.
Am going to wait for the pro version next year.
Hy. I see you can cut wood with it. How big it can be ? Best regards
In comparison to the Silhouette Portrait (1), how much quieter is the Cameo 4?
P.S. I tried reaching out to Silhouette and you can't talk with anyone and then from the recorded message, it states you can chat live. Nope, there is absolutely nothing. We are totally new to this and it is more than over whelming. I get we are going thru covid, however you can't sell things to people and not help.
I design from Corel and use the silhouette connect that I purchased will this cameo 4 cut from Corel.
OK...where did she say we could order it earlier than from Silhouette? Swing or something like that! Help?
Debi Fraser swingdesign
Linda Renner Thank you!!!!!!
I'm so glad I saw your video! I was about 2 seconds from buying a Cameo 3, then you popped up with this. All the features I was looking for!
Margaret Keenan , so was I when this video popped up. Cameo 4 it will be. I have Cameo 2. I’ll just have to use that one a bit longer.
can I please have a link to swing
is Cameo 4 as nosiest as the 3 one?
How come your video is only 360p?
I was wondering the same thing. Love her videos but most are low quality I think cos she does them 'live'
Bad Wolf Custom Airbrushing & Decals she was using her phone to record this.
Shelly Fitts-Oliver she must use it for every video. They are all 360p.
At first I thought I needed my glasses but they are all great videos but kinda fuzzy.
Bad Wolf Custom Airbrushing & Decals must be during the he video she said oops had a notification pop up on my phone, as she swiped the screen.
For a brand new beginner who has never owned a machine like this, you're going way to fast. I can't see how you loaded that blade. I'll have to find another video to help me. Thank you for your service. Maybe i'll try back here when I know more.
Shelly Moffat hey I just got my cameo it’s simple you go to the cartridge 1 it’s sorta of a circle cut in half. One half you can pull it opens the circle larger you slide your auto blade in place and then push the half back and it locks it in place. It’s not hard I figured it out on my own.
Hi, I just bought this also and I don't know where to begin. Have you found videos that have helped. Thanks!
@@tammy1174 i found several by searching for beginner silhouette cameo, its still a hands on learning curve for me, but so fun! good luck to you.
@@shellylynndiy1686 few yrs later. How's it going..I'm here researching.. she is rushing through this..
When is the 15" one going to be available?
Expected release in Feb/March for the 15" CAMEO Plus
Just wish it didn’t cost so much, I still have a cameo 2 because that’s about all I can afford, 😂😂😂 still love my cameo though
Cam3 is $79 at hobby lobby
Great number 1
NICE
cameo 4 plus is a pos doesnt cut right and im sick of not getting help from silhouette swing design better be sending me a label to return
it's you
So confusing😵
Is that a cameo 3 my 3 looks totally different.
Tamara Wash she is unboxing a cameo 4
NO information about actually setting up the machine.
Too much talking and nothing to show how to use. Talking about how to buy. Show us how to connect and use, or change the title to how to purchase. totally useless
I have lots of other videos on how to use the Silhouette CAMEO 4. This is an unboxing video so you can see what's in the box :)
Geez Melissa I typed in cameo 4 set up and I guess you worded your title funny but this video was just high pitched talking and no useful information, thx tho
first !
delicatezza pari a 0 ... povera Cameo! Senza offesa eh
Very poor video. How many times does she say she just got off the plane? Who cares? All I wanted to know is does this thing cut fabrics like the Cricut. VERY poorly done. TD. OMG, at her rate, her "hour long video" would contain about 5 minutes worth of useful info. We can't forget to comment on her 'clock' every once in awhile ... Very frustrating to watch an un-re-boxing as well.
You have great info, but the quality and clarity of your videos is awful. Nothing is clear, it's blurry all the time.