Sue2 920 Posted November 2, 2012 So, right now this leaves us with a dilemma.... 1) Buy now at the discounted $50 deal (plus $9 shipping for the DVD) and receive version 3.033 which needs to be updated immediately to 3.035 and doesn't open eps files....but may in the future with another patch. 2) Wait for all the bugs to be worked out and pay $200 (plus shipping). 3) Don't buy it at all and keep looking for the perfect program. Sue2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BannerJohn 1,324 Posted November 2, 2012 You don't have to keep looking. It's called Flexi. If you buy it new, expect to pay $4000 or so. But deals can be had on used versions. Or, you could keep using SignBlazer, which hasn't been updated in over 3 years,and never will be. Or did you mean perfect and cheap? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genkboy 2 Posted November 2, 2012 Turns out, this Software does not work with the ZenCut models. Trouble is, people will still follow the same steps I just did, order the product and then find this post whilst trouble shooting. Bummer. They did get the list updated on the site... but .... the "?Have a Question" box still says that it supports the program, just as the site once did, before my purchase. Really bums me out.. It would have been a nice alternative other than paying for SignCut! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jay2703 704 Posted November 2, 2012 Looks like they have removed it from the "Have a Question" link too: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sue2 920 Posted November 2, 2012 You don't have to keep looking. It's called Flexi. If you buy it new, expect to pay $4000 or so. But deals can be had on used versions. Or, you could keep using SignBlazer, which hasn't been updated in over 3 years,and never will be. Or did you mean perfect and cheap? Sorry, I didn't mean to irritate you John... If I ran a dedicated retail sign shop Flexi at $4,000 may be an option, but the R.O.I. just isn't there for the quick signage and banners we provide as part of a small print shop. Therefore the need for a reasonably priced design/cut program. I currently use Corel X4 for my design and SB for cutting and some simple/quick designing. Since I realize SB is becoming obsolete I'm watching for a better option. From what I have read, SCAL-P could fit in well once the glitches are ironed out. Sue2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jay2703 704 Posted November 2, 2012 I think the main thing to keep in mind is contact CraftEdge if you have a problem with glitches in the software. They seem very eager to work with people to resolve issues. If there are updates that affect you CraftEdge will be the ones to know. USCutter sells the software but they can't make changes to it. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BannerJohn 1,324 Posted November 2, 2012 Sorry, I didn't mean to irritate you John... If I ran a dedicated retail sign shop Flexi at $4,000 may be an option, but the R.O.I. just isn't there for the quick signage and banners we provide as part of a small print shop. Therefore the need for a reasonably priced design/cut program. I currently use Corel X4 for my design and SB for cutting and some simple/quick designing. Since I realize SB is becoming obsolete I'm watching for a better option. From what I have read, SCAL-P could fit in well once the glitches are ironed out. Sue2 If you watch Ebay RELIGIOUSLY you might find Flexi at a good price..especially older versions...which would suit you just as well for what you do. It sounds expensive but it has paid for itself in my case ,many times over in time saved. It does it all and no need to switch back and forth between design and cutting software. As for SCAL... from a design standpoint, it's very good. The vectorizing alone is better than anything I've tried,even Flexi. Granted, I haven't spent a huge amount of time with it. I expect once the bugs are worked out, SCAL will be a first rate program and a great replacement for Signblazer..which is what it is intended to be. You can't irritate me. I have 4 ex-wives. I have seen it all. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mopar691 281 Posted November 2, 2012 You can't irritate me. I have 4 ex-wives. I have seen it all. Dang, your one up on me, I only have three. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BannerJohn 1,324 Posted November 2, 2012 Dang, your one up on me, I only have three. keep working on it, you'll get there. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BannerJohn 1,324 Posted November 2, 2012 Sue I forgot to mention keep an eye on Craig's List. I bought the contents of an entire sign shop for less than Flexi is new and got Flexi in the bargain. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mabscotthandyman 1,410 Posted November 2, 2012 If you watch Ebay RELIGIOUSLY you might find Flexi at a good price..especially older versions...which would suit you just as well for what you do. It sounds expensive but it has paid for itself in my case ,many times over in time saved. It does it all and no need to switch back and forth between design and cutting software. As for SCAL... from a design standpoint, it's very good. The vectorizing alone is better than anything I've tried,even Flexi. Granted, I haven't spent a huge amount of time with it. I expect once the bugs are worked out, SCAL will be a first rate program and a great replacement for Signblazer..which is what it is intended to be. You can't irritate me. I have 4 ex-wives. I have seen it all. I can one up you John I have been married almost 44 years so you know I don't irritate easily (or is it her that does not irritate easily lol ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BannerJohn 1,324 Posted November 2, 2012 I can one up you John I have been married almost 44 years so you know I don't irritate easily (or is it her that does not irritate easily lol ) 44 years with the same woman? Jeez.... I admire your courage. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mabscotthandyman 1,410 Posted November 2, 2012 44 years with the same woman? Jeez.... I admire your courage. I actualy got a great woman we have been best friends from since we first meet and I really think that is the secret to a good marriage Dan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
speleopower 46 Posted November 2, 2012 I just sent a support email to Craft Edge asking if there is a patch available for Sure Cuts A Lot so it will work with an SC machine. I'm not very thrilled with my purchase of this software...... -Scott 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genkboy 2 Posted November 3, 2012 I think I will contact them also... looks like they support GCC which is a ZenCut machine... maybe they can drum up a patch for that! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slice&dice 2,450 Posted November 3, 2012 I just sent a support email to Craft Edge asking if there is a patch available for Sure Cuts A Lot so it will work with an SC machine. I'm not very thrilled with my purchase of this software...... -Scott Thanks for offering the link in the other thread(s) for the patch, as various people will be needing that. I am shocked (astonished, actually) that USCUTTER's representative (admin.) did not present that link, nor even mention the issue within this thread (5 pages running so far) which was created specifically to promote the release of SCLPRO. http://www.craftedge.com/bin/SetupSureCutsALotPro_3_035.exe 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BannerJohn 1,324 Posted November 3, 2012 Marcuso is Marcus..the owner of US Cutter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
speleopower 46 Posted November 3, 2012 The 3.035 patch does interface with my SC machine and I was able to cut a couple sample letters. At this point all is working well with the software and I will spend some time with it this weekend. I'm a little sick and figure sitting in front of the computer might be a good restful day to get well. Now the wierd thing is now that I have 3.035 on my computer when I start the software it says "A more recent version of Sure CutsA Lot 3 is available. Please visit htt://www.craftedge.com for more information". I don't see another version anywhere. Did anyone else get this message when updating to 3.035? -Scott Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slice&dice 2,450 Posted November 3, 2012 Marcuso is Marcus..the owner of US Cutter. OIC. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
speleopower 46 Posted November 3, 2012 Hahaha just updated to 3.036. Haven't tried cutting anything with the latest version yet. Anyone know what the difference between 3.035 and 3.036 is? -Scott Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vinylmotivations 143 Posted November 3, 2012 A sub-version number... LOL No idea, as of yet. Probably minor bug-fixes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genkboy 2 Posted November 6, 2012 Turns out, this Software does not work with the ZenCut models. Trouble is, people will still follow the same steps I just did, order the product and then find this post whilst trouble shooting. Bummer. They did get the list updated on the site... but .... the "?Have a Question" box still says that it supports the program, just as the site once did, before my purchase. Really bums me out.. It would have been a nice alternative other than paying for SignCut! UPDATE! I've been working with Craft Edge for the last couple of days... I have my ZenCut Black communicating with this software! I'm in the process of trying a few different files, see if it cuts everything else okay. the first cut was about 12" down on a roll of chrome.. it read 'test'... Yeah.. that's a chunk of chrome I will never get back.. lol... BUT, IT CUT! More to come! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arty-rc 719 Posted November 6, 2012 Just a quick note. Whenever I test out something new, I use a pen tool and paper. Why waste vinyl?? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genkboy 2 Posted November 6, 2012 I need to invest in a pen tool.. any suggestions otherwise? I'm nothing more than a hobbiest Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
