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Generally, it's not a good idea to vectorize texts. This logo uses a specific font for "Heritage" -- if you can find out what it is, then just use the proper text. The three slanted rectangles are easy enough to create. "Collision Center" is standard sans-serif with a wide-spaced kern.

Was there an earthquake in your area? That may have caused things to shift and shake.

It's Monday, perhaps reach out to USCUTTER for tech support and see what they say? (if you want to pursue this thread in real time, please register instead of posting as Guest). Regarding #3 -- Every job since then just hangs on "Sending to USB cutter" and either does nothing or stops half way. Is the cutter head moving along while this data transfer is occurring? (is the cut progressing, or is the cutter sitting idle as the data transfers, and THEN starts to cut when that's finished?) I own an SC2 machine that has this glitch, the data (cut path) has to process entirely first, before the unit actually begins to run a cut. That's not how it's supposed to work, but I've gotten used to just accepting this minor delay instead of buying another cutter (I am seriously considering getting their new upgraded MH100 34" model in white, but that's not currently available).

Vevor is sold with a proprietary version of SignMaster, and from my experience with that model machine, it's not gonna work right with even SignBlazer or anything else. Over the years, I've had good success with the VCP (it's actually designed for Drones, but works fine to create a "port" for USB that allows cutter communication). It's one of the best workarounds I've come across.

Like Skeetz, I have always just used an xacto for placing weed lines between lines of text. My cutting jobs are normally in the 8-foot lengths for making banners & coroplast full 4x8 sheets, and I don't want to run lines 8' long through the machine, it's a sure-fire recipe for tracking to go awry. (SC2 unit). By the way, I always run full-blast top-speed @ 800mm.

"Vevor" generally works properly with SignMaster software. Try utilizing a Virtual Com Port (stm32) in order to get it recognized. https://quadmeup.com/stm32-virtualcomport-driver-for-windows (This "Tracy" comes along with minimal information and into a thread from a decade ago, so let's assume this is just another newbie who pops in, then disappears)

I suggest downloading and installing a VCP (virtual com port) and use it for the USB connect. https://mydrivers.online/software/stm32-virtual-com-port-driver

MICROGRAMMA ?

OK, so the word 'moribund' may be too feeble of a description for what this Forum has become. Perhaps 'cadaver' would be better? Anyway, I'll keep on plugging away, between the spammer onslaughts and lack of interest generally. As we approach the fly-by-night event of Dec 24th and the subsequent Christmas Day, (with the coinciding Hanukkah festival) here's a bunch of graphics for FREE, courtesy of Font Dings! https://www.fontspace.com/category/christmas,dingbats

OK, I know this Forum has gone moribund, but I thought it might be fun to start a thread for members to voice their opinions on what would constitute the Best Deal at USCUTTER for gifting during the Holidays. So many great items exist, from stocking-stuffers to big boxes of fun! This is the one I want Santa to bring me --- at a ridiculous price point of $340. (actually the machine itself is really just $199 if you take into account that the software bundles is valued at $60 and the included stand/media basket combo is worth probably $80 by itself). https://uscutter.com/refurbished-34-mh100-vinyl-cutter-with-stand-and-software

Yeah, I do realize this thread got bumped by a spammer (inserting marketing link) -- however, the underlying discussion is indeed quite valuable, regarding how to evaluate the purchase of a new cutter. Especially into 2025, as it appears that many US Government employees are going to be told "come to the office or you're Fired!" and they will refuse to leave their home-based employment that they've gotten so used to, and seek other opportunities they can accomplish from their living spaces.

We routinely encounter this issue, it's related to offset. You must first make sure you have the blade depth set correctly. Too much blade out is not good. You should just barely see the tip, to the degree where it seems like it's not even extending beyond the holder. Offset control is in the software. What is the current setting you have?

I think that USCUTTER is working with the Chinese manufacturer to address several issues on these MH updated versions. That would explain the "Sold Out" situation, which is crazy to see, now right before Christmas when many people buy these low-end cutters as gifts or to start a work-from-home gig. There is an old rule in the technology (and automotive) business. Don't ever buy V1.0 of anything. Let the early-adopters work out the bugs first. Proof here, right?

And speaking of 'camo' ---

De rien.

USCUTTER sells the basic (CUT) version of VM for $59.95 (slightly higher than last year's price -- but isn't everything costing more these days?!!) https://uscutter.com/VinylMasterCut-Software-Value I know that using a new sofware program takes a bit of investment on the learning curve. Personally, after spending some effort to implement the switch to VM, I have still been hanging onto my preference for SBE, I just like the way it works (except for the Vector Conversions I run into the need for, now and then).

Bonjour. Have you taken apart the blade holder and verified that there's nothing stuck inside there? Just a few bits of stray vinyl caught in the blade can prevent the free-spinning of the blade. Also, check to make sure the swing arm (clamp) that retains the blade holder isn't cracked

Uh, Haumana, the opening post shows the comparisons. If I were asked to give my opinion, the BMX poster would be well-served by the $50 VinylMaster program, and it'll work fine with that Graphtec. What you're seeing here is that SignBlazer cannot be relied-upon for any actual tech support or feature updates.

Hi there, BMX. The problem you are describing involves the Vector engine that SignBlazer employs. Honestly, it's always been the weakest part of the program. In fact, the lack of precision and the addition of many more nodes than required has led me to stop using it for making conversions, and I go with the vectorizer contained within VinylMasterCut, which works quite well. Beyond that, don't know what to tell ya.

Are you intending to get the larger size cutter? (30" instead of 24"?) If not, then what you are working with now should be OK to keep running, no real need for a replacement. Having said that, it would be interesting to get reviews or comments regarding the new line of MH units. Nobody has come in with their 2-cents yet, but if there's a member with problem or confusion or request for assistance, we'll be here. ]]]]]]]]]]]]]]] Note: USCUTTER shows the MH100-34 (30)" being unavailable currently. Strange to see that, honestly, since they just introduced it.

Finally, a question that actually has some 'Sherlock Holmes' vibe to it. "camo" is not all alike in appearance. There's digital camo (patterns of pixellations), there's standard military camo (in various colors), then there's also hunter's camo (woodsy designs). What are you really trying to accomplish here? Vehicle? Windows? This is 'camo' -- but I guarantee it's not what you were thinking of! https://www.ebay.com/itm/184755314562

Obvious question - what types of file(s)?

haumana, that was sweet of you to do that. A waste of effort, but sweet.

Bonjour, Math. It might be worth your while to run that French posting through ChatGPT to give the English-speaking public here on this Forum a chance to see what your problem consists of. Posting in a foreign language is just lazy on your part, since you obviously know that it won't be understood, and obtaining a translation is simple for you to accomplish. I'm not gonna do that crucial step for you. Maybe someone else will, wait and see.

It appears that Josh purchased an expensive brick. Piece of good advice (mentioned often over the years here) is to verify the correct operation of a used cutter, by seeing it actually perform a cut from the computer and that computer with software is included. I hope Josh manages to obtain his refund.