Silhouette CAMEO

Getting started with your
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Silhouette CAMEO Specifications

General

Software	Silhouette Studio
Cutting Width	12 inches
Connectivity	USB
Max Media Thickness	2 mm
Maximum Cutting Area	12 in x 10 ft (30.5 cm x 3 m) with rolled materials
Compatible Media Types	Vinyl, Heat Transfer Material, Cardstock, Fabric
Cutting Speed	Up to 10 cm/second
Blade Options	AutoBlade, Deep Cut Blade, Kraft Blade
Pen Options	Silhouette Sketch Pens
Software Compatibility	Windows, macOS

Summary

Connecting Your Silhouette CAMEO

Check Included Items

Lists all items included in the Silhouette CAMEO box, emphasizing verification before use.

Install and Connect Your Silhouette CAMEO

Install the Silhouette Studio Software

Connect the Silhouette CAMEO

Drawing Text in Silhouette Studio

Preparing the Cutting Mat

Preparing the Silhouette CAMEO for Cutting

Adjusting Rollers for Media

Adjusting the Blade and Loading the Blade Holder

Cutting Your Design

Using Cut Settings

How to select material types, adjust cut parameters, and send the design to the Silhouette for cutting.

Downloading New Shapes from the Design Store

Accessing the Silhouette Design Store

Steps to connect to and navigate the Silhouette Design Store from within the software.

Acquiring Designs from the Store

Creating an Online Store Account

Downloading Designs After Account Creation

Cutting Designs from a USB Device

Silhouette CAMEO Safety Precautions

Safety Conventions and Warnings

Explanation of safety symbols, general warnings, and prohibited actions for safe operation.

Continued Safety Precautions