Pro Tip: if you’re still using an old cameo and want to cut foil or oil slick sticker paper, put matte transparent tape over the registration marks. It also helps if you change the setting to manual registration versus auto. Takes a bit longer but less waste of material.
really good tip! thanks for sharing. never heard of the matte tape trick but if it works for you, its gotta work for others. Thanks again for sharing this info with the people! 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾
@@BigBrandoh Thanks, Brandoh! Yessuh! Give it a try sometime. I don’t mind sharing any jewels if it’ll help someone else. In the end it just makes us all better. 🤙🏽
Thank you for the concise and easy to follow information on the Cameo 5. I go way back to the Cameo 2, u graded to the 3, but passed on the 4. I work with cardstock and thrilled to find out they have fixed the glitter/foil issue with the registration marks. So glad RU-vid threw your video my way.
100% honest and to the point! All vlogs should be this way. Heat Press Nation is blessed to have you represent them. I was looking to purchase a new cutter, and now I want to own this new Cameo and Heat press joint. Good looking out, Brandoh✌️🤟🤙
💪🏾 yooo thanks for watching and for the kind words. i try to make the content that i like to consume. if i watch a video on how to install a ceiling fan. i just wanna watch what i need to do to install this thing. i dont wanna hear somebody ramble on about their dog or show what they ate for lunch. just show me how to install the fan hahahahahaa. so thats how i try to make my vids. stay on topic, to the point, cut out the fluff.
We don't need the extra razzle dazzle. How you get straight to the point is always appreciated. I currently have a cricut but will be sitting down this to learn Silhouette software, ready to make the switch!
I use a cameo 4, I am excited to hear they fixed the registration mark problem because I’ve wasted so many sticker pages because it was off! Mahalo for this!
I have a cameo 2, and I have been wanting to upgrade for the longest time. Looks like I have a lot of research to do. I remember watching your videos a while back. I like how you're helping people out instead of just showing them.
I didn’t think the 5 was going to be this great but I was sold after learning about the electrostatic bed. No more sticky mats? Sign me up 🤣 thank you for the very informative video as always!!
I have a Cameo 4. Only had it for a year and just getting started. Definitely like the upgrades on the new 5 with the repeat job, electrostatic bed and noise reduction. I don’t have many cut designs but this is definitely under consideration. Thank you for sharing.
First time of watching you and hooked with your honesty. I’m doing as much viewing different demo to help me learn and grow. Still at the very early stage but I’m gaining knowledge and you explain thing so clearly thank you. It’s refreshing.🙂
I have a 4 plus, got it because I needed to be able to do larger print and cut jobs, tried several times to get it to work, no luck it would never read the registration marks. It’s boxed back up and I’ve tried to sell it with no luck. It’s basically brand new and boxed up
Awesome breakdown bro. I have a cameo 4 now. I'm with you on the noise reduction that's a huge pluse for me along with the bigger cut size. Preciate you as always bro. 💯
yeahhhh i think this is the upgrade a lot of people been waiting for. i hate when companies release a new product but all they did was offer a new color or something minor hahahahaha. makes me not want to upgrade but this time around, there are more than enough new functions and updates to make it worth it
you and me both. I feel like this new technology and these new features are a step in the right direction. listening to the consumers complaints and addressing those issues is a big plus for me. i rarely upgrade any of my equipment but i can justify this upgrade for me and my shop. makes sense.
I didn't read through all the comments, but a quick fix for the machines to reading the registration marks is to put a piece of scotch tape over where it scans the marks. Never had a problem after that. I use this on the Cricut, but I'd imagine it would work on others that are having the same reading registration issues. GL!
the repeat job is what I missed the most on the 4. So interested in upgrading, but really don't do much with the Cameo anymore. But this gets me excited!
I’m def upgrading! I’m still stuck on cameo 3! My very first cameo! Haven’t had the funds to upgrade but I’m going to have to figure out a way to upgrade to the 5 because I need that more quicker and quieter cutter! Plus I hold on to a lot of scraps too and had trouble with registration marks so this is just what I need! Thanks for info about the new cameo!
yeah i think this is the "upgrade" alot of people been waiting for. The registration marks was a big one for me. all my other cameos i was never able to successfully do a print and cut.
I have a cameo 4 pro and love it but I don't use the 24 inch mat. I use the 15inch mostly. I did notice how loud it was compared to the cricut and although iv gotten used to it I'd still like a quieter machine and yes, I have an led lamp specifically for the print and cut feature because you do need light shined in there and iv wasted alot of material. I will definitely be getting the 5 plus! Thanks for the info!
Thank you. Very informative. You got me sold when you said that they rebranded the matt, so that it won't be sticky anymore. I sell stickers, and that was one of the gripe I had whenever I use my Portrait 3. Definitely getting one once it's not sold out.
@@dalebrown2128 really? I was watching other people’s yt and they were showing examples of sticker paper getting cut. I mostly cut vinyl and sticker paper.
@@ayencbg you should do a little research on it. Maybe it will work fine for you based on the materials you are planning to use it with. It is a very useful accessory
these things are little work horses. like i said, i cut just about every day and i never had to replace my auto blade. my cameo 3 and cameo 4 have operated on the stock blade that came with the machine. haha
On the cameo 4 the issue with the registration marks on sticker cut outs is not the light. The issue is with the sheet bending when the marks get read by the cameo. If the little box is bent at all, the optical reader gets thrown off and can't find the other 2 marks or miscalculates the triangulation. I built a little support table that is the exact height of the entrance to the cameo so that there is no bending in the sticker/mat at all as it flows into and out of the cameo and all registration issues went away.
New subscriber here. I just saw your channel in my notifications while searching for the Cameo 5 information. Thanks for sharing this valuable information. Now that I have heard your review, I am strongly considering upgrading from my Cameo 4 model to the Cameo 5 Plus model. Again, thank you! Donna Coastal Georgia
I've had a Cameo 3 for about years. I only use it for rhinestone t-shirt making otherwise I use my Cricut maker or Scan N Cut. I may upgrade after it's been used for a while because so many people had issues with the Cameo 4.
yo i never once in my life have successfully completed a print and cut with my 3 or 4. hahahaa i wasted a whole pack of sticker paper hahahaa. they was cutting all kinds of sticker paper in that demo room with the cameo 5. i was sold hahahaa
I'm a big fan and I'm a visual artist. I only have a Cricut Explorer 3 but I think I have figured out how to incorporate a new cutter in my art business. I live in DC but was born in and grew up in LA. The next time I am home I would like to meet you and get your opinion of my art.
Thank you for your video. I’m planning on upgrading but I’m wondering if I can use the images I’ve already invested in for my older model. Images I’ve purchased on the Silhouette store website. TYIA
Nice video and I subscribed. I came on RU-vid to see what others are saying as comparing Cameo 4 to 5. I am looking to see which one I should buy and being a beginner. Right now I outsource sweatshirts and only make poly white sublimation shirts. I wished I got the HeatNation heat press instead of the swing one I got. It doesn't raise but I 'll replace that after I get my new toy. So, I know I am 7 months later watching this video and I am looking forward to watch others you have. However, I got a question and hopefully you can answer by tomorrow🤭If I had to depend on saving for one of these and now I am ready and will spend the extra for the 5, and a beginner to vinyl, should I dive in? What will I be making...colored shirts transfer, stickers, journal covers, other designs on tumblers and maybe get into hats since I have a hat press. Thanks if you answer or insights from others in advance
That electrostatic bed is a separate purchase but my biggest concern is that it says for thin material only. Not sure what is considered thin. Regardless, much love on the drop didn’t realize cameo 5 was coming out to I watched so much appreciated
I have a feeling the electo static matte can be retrofitted to an old machine. Or a third party manufacturer could make one for older machines. It seems like pretty simple technology
Do you recommend the business edition for the software? I’m seriously considering but I mostly use my Cricut Maker because the software is easier. I really want to use my Silhouette Cameo 4.
Thanks for the informative video, it's really helpful! I've just recently decided to get a silhouette cutter and I've been weighing up the pros and cons of the Cricut Maker 3 and the Silhouette Cameo 4. I've been leaning towards Cameo because it looks more useful than the Cricut and was at a better price point. Having heard about the Cameo 5, I think I'm going to sit tight for a while and wait for that. I intend on cutting and scoring nets for polyhedra, from card and the embossing tool on the Cameo 5 will be ideal for that, rather than cutting through some of the fibres with a light blade pass. Print and cut will be a real boon too. Do you know if the Silhouette Connect plug-in will work with it and whether it can still do matless cutting? As those are features on the Cameo 4 that I was planning on using.
all of these cutters are made of plastic. i dont know any cutter thats made out of solid metal. even my old graphtec and roland cutters were made out of plastic. but the cutter in this video, i didnt pick up or handle so im not sure of the build and feel of it.
Hey bud what do you suggest I want a 15" cutter but can't afford the 5 plus so iam think Cameo 4 plus or Cameo 5 12" cutter n get all the new features 🤷🏻
hey BIG B, dell from bling it on teez inglewood followed your advise and got the 5 from heatpress nation, i got two cameo 4 so i have to see what to do with them, Hey B love your content have followed your advice on a few machines, and have not looked back.
😩😩😩😩😩 I’m going to need that Cameo 5, especially for that repeat job feature. I’m probably going to need the AutoFeeder as well. I have the Cameo 4 but the software is horrible because I only have the Basic Edition.
Just a heads up the autosheet feeder does not work with the Cameo 5. The base it comes with does not fit the new machine. Customer service said they will have to make a new one to fit the new model.
will the cameo 5 use the cameo 4 autoblade or is there a new autoblade? are there adapters for CB09 blades? where to get the embossing tip? does any heat foil work (foil quill etc)?
im not sure if the blades are interchangeable. but they did release a bunch of new accessories. heat press nation has all the info on their site about the new machines, new accessories and up to date info. i left the link for you in the description box.
I've already pre-ordered my machine, am waiting for the accessories to be released, but no embossing tip to be found. Hopefully, they show up somewhere soon. All I can say is "hurry up shipping day!"
Man my Cameo 4 pro was such a let down that I am not sure I can do that brand again. It was such a pain in the ass. It was like luck to not skew vinyl. And it rounds corners so bad on small details. I might get a Romeo or just give up on being able to do vinyl
When you start to notice round corner that's when you need to move up to the servo motor cutter. Ie graphtec, roland,mimaki these are professional cutters that cut very very accurate. You can even go with the ce7000-40 which is a 15" desktop. You will see a big difference with these cutters vs craft cutter.
I’ve been using the 4 since it launched. I have had no issues for the last 2 years. Let me know, if you want to, what is happening. I’ll share my lessons if they could possibly be helpful.
is the pro, the 24" cutter? ive been seeing a lot of people struggle with that cutter. even some creators that been cutting for years. not sure what it is, but i been seeing vids of people sending vinyl thru and it just starts going sideways. ive also seen some people use the roll feeder and it starts to just bundle up. ive never had any issues with any of my cameo's and i dont work for them so im not obligated to say good things about them hahahaha but thats just my experience with'em. dont have too much experience with the Pro model either. but i will say this, this new cameo 5 cuts crazy detail for being a "craft cutter" they cut some tiny snow flakes out of tissue paper and flower paper. i dont know any other cutter that can do that. hahaa it had something to do with their new cut technology. but you gotta go with whatever works for you. theres a reason why Coke and Pepsi still exist. everything isnt meant for everybody haha
@@BigBrandoh yeah man it is the 24" one. It just goes sideways. There just is not enough pressure to hold anything down reliably. So simple jobs turn into epic jobs and a pile of waste. I love the idea of the electrostatic mat though. But man cameo support was a joke for me because I bought second hand. They are in Utah, I am in Utah. Zero support.
not 100% sure but i think it was like $300 and $400. check out the heat press nation link in the description box for more info and real actual retail pricing.
i didnt see too much of them cutting different materials. the demo room was packed so i just tried to get in where it wasnt crowded to show some of the features. but the video they showed in the conference showed a lot of different things being cut. im looking forward to this upgrade too.
im jus starting a t shirt business would you recomend this cutter ??? ill also be getting hpn heat presser would u recomend viynl tranfers or heat transfers ??? i need help
all depends if you will be needing a vinyl cutter. dont buy any piece of equipment that you arent going to use. you can operate with a heat press and just ordering transfers. no cutter needed. but if you plan on using a cutter and buying vinyl. then this cutter is a solid option. plan out your business before you buy any equipment and be honest and realistic with yourself on what you plan to do and what is actually needed. dont waste money if you dont have too
@@BigBrandoh not only that if I only use transfers what printer should I buy ? I’m jus super super new in the field please excuse my ignorance thank you God Bless you
@@BigBrandoh i literally been watching that bro thank you for even responding I bless u in Jesus name I pray you have a prosperous business brother god bless you… I’m doing this cause I’m making a Christian clothing brand
@@elevated-apparel Tell me more! I had bought the cameo 3 because it was what I can afford off of OfferUp. Then I couldn't beat it. $80 for something that was barely used? But I'm not opposed to anything else that can help me in the future.
@@louderthanlegal4423 tell us about it! I'm not opposed to it. I had to cut something for someone as wide as 12 in as a print and cut on printable vinyl and I realize it becomes a habit, then I will need something wider and faster.
i went to ever demo station showing the different materials being cut using the registration marks. the glitter/holographic material and the shiny foil looking materials being cut surprised me. somebody was kind enough to share their tips and tricks on how they got their cameo 3 or 4 to cut using registration marks in the comments. i think the comment started with "pro tip" or something like that. check it out. might help if you were having issues.
I'm looking at buying my first cutting machine, and in doing my research I tried calling support lines: Cricut had a 90min wait; I tried leaving a message, and somebody called me four days later. I just started laughing, to her dismay. Little did I know that Cricut's support was far better than Silhouette's, because that company has NO support option at all: it has a knowledge base, but not even a forum. I'm a long-time computer user, and my neighbor is a fabricator, so I've been designing things in Adobe Illustrator and sending him files for his laser, for at least 10 years. What kind of learning curve did you find with the Silhouette, with no support but their knowledge base?
everything isnt meant for everybody. thats why Coke and Pepsi still exist hahaa. but what do you mean it died? didnt connect to your computer no more? didnt turn on? didnt cut?
@BigBrandoh big fan great work. It wouldn't connect anymore. It was a little buggy before the update. But after the update it completely stopped. Customer service was horrible. I actually still use the software. Thanks for all your work.
This thing is a four pound paperweight. Pure junk. If you want to lay out over 300 hard earned dollars for rubbish, this is the machine for you. They don’t even ship it with a $8 printer USB cable (which you need in order to use it nor tell you that before buying it). USB fails to connect and check this out - the USB isn’t onboard. It’s a dongle! I bought two additional dongles and both blink blue for Bluetooth but and is shown over the network but it continues to fail connection EVERY SINGLE TIME. I’ve emailed tech support three times, requested refund twice - nothing. “Customer service” does not exist. Updated information for the Cameo 5 is lacking on their website stuff is only for Cameo 4, if you can find it. You have to go online and try to hunt info down yourself via RU-vid videos. After a week it’s still just sitting here doing nothing. Again - pure junk.
