I love the PixScan mat. I always use it with a scanner. So much easier and so much more accurate. I was ready to throw the mat out when I was using the camera. It was such a frustrating experience. I've never looked back since I used scanner. Great video as always ❤
I almost left that part out because the video was longer than I usually make them! I'm glad I decided to put it in. It's so much easier to use up scraps this way.
OMG! So much work just to get stickers print and cut. Brother Scan N Cut machines gets the job done faster and no redundancy. Silhouette’s camera process time consuming -not worth the effort.
Can you use this with something that is already printed? For example I have a lot of hard copy rewards that came with our abeka curriculum to cut out. It’s not digital, is there a way I can cut it out?
I had to add mine to my network. I'm not familiar with most brands, but with Epson, that involved downloading the drivers and installing them. It prompts you as you go.
you have to do these steps every print and cut time ? and if you could narrow the top benefit of this PixScan mat, would it be more precised edges cut ? or is there other benefits to it ?
Yes. The process is the same for each time you use it. It is a lot, but it gets easier after you have a routine down. The biggest benefit is a large cut area. I only use it when I need a big design.
Hi Brenda, thank you for yet another great tutorial. May I ask you a question? I normally print my sentiments out, however I want to be able to add embossing powder to my sentiments so I've bought stamps instead, however I would like to be able to cut a shadow around the inked word, is this possible please. 😊😊. Thank you.
I'm not positive, but I think you might actually be able to use the Pixscan mat for that as well. Could you stamp your card, place it on the mat, scan it in, trace, then create the shadow from the trace and cut?
Honestly, the software lags quite a bit as soon as you open up the pixscan panel. That's a bit disappointing. It does do a nice job, it just seems to take a bit longer than it should. My Pixscan mat is at least 3 years old and still works, so that's good.
I have tried over and over to get my pix scan mat to work with my phone and it just never turned out. I completely forgot about the scan option and I just got a new scanner. Looking forward to trying this mat again.
HI, Brenda....question....did you calibrate even using the scanner (using the dot sheet.)? My laptop is new with only Silhouette Studio Bus. Ed. and Corel Draw...and it keeps crashing? Yes, everything is uptodate (drivers and Silhouette Ed. 4.5).
@@silhouettesuccess Processor 2.54 Ghz, and 16 GB, ram. The only other possible is my graphics card may not be able to handle it. I only used the laptop for my XTOOL Laser 10 Watt. It's packed up now, so I dumped everything and started fresh. Didn't have any trouble with the software. My Corel Draw does not lag at all. I have noticed though even on my Desktop....she takes awhile to process.
@@kittyrings the RAM is good. 2.5 ghz is the minimum requirement for running Studio. If there are any other programs open, you might run into issues. You can turn off anti-aliasing in the preferences and lower the packet size. That might help. Also, make sure to clear out your recovered projects. I just recently moved to a gaming computer. The thing is a beast, but it works really well. 4 ghz and 16 RAM.
After watching this video I’m definitely not running out to get a mat. You mentioned no wasted materials, however I watched two sheets of sticker paper get wasted. Finally had to scan image to get it right. Kind of defeats the terminology of “PIC” scan.
I have to make a choice between making perfect content, or showing the real process. I almost always opt to show the real process, because it's frustrating for new users to see everything looking like it's super easy while they struggle. Calibrating the camera does leave room for error, but once it's done, you're good to go. The scanner gives much better results, but the camera is also a decent option, as long as you get through the process. It's a learning process and there will always be casualties along the way. I'm sure this isn't going to be for everyone, and that's ok. I do appreciate the feedback!!
I suspect the technology was probably designed with a scanner in mind, and the photo calibration was maybe an afterthought, to make it appeal to a wider audience? I love the idea of using scraps of vinyl and cutting out patterned papers, can't wait to get my hands on one! Plus it's neat that you can use it to get bigger cuts than with regular print and cut.
I think it all depends upon a person's equipment. I had perfect success from the get-go using my phone. Zero issues. And I think I get a better, more accurate cut with the PixScan mat than I do with Print and Cut. The mat is affordable as well. But I guess it all depends on what a person wants. I really wanted to be able to cut out stamped and hand-colored images. It works beautifully for that purpose!
I love the PixScan mat. I always use it with a scanner. So much easier and so much more accurate. I was ready to throw the mat out when I was using the camera. It was such a frustrating experience. I've never looked back since I used scanner. Great video as always ❤
You inspired me to get it out and play with it! Thank you for that 💕
@silhouettesuccess you are most welcome! ❤
Wonderful! I love my PixScan mat, but I didn't think to use it as you did in your last demonstration with the vinyl. Clever! I'll have to try that.
I almost left that part out because the video was longer than I usually make them! I'm glad I decided to put it in. It's so much easier to use up scraps this way.
Hello will this work with a Cameo 4
Yes it will
OMG! So much work just to get stickers print and cut. Brother Scan N Cut machines gets the job done faster and no redundancy. Silhouette’s camera process time consuming -not worth the effort.
This is probably true, but if I buy another machine, I'll probably be buying a divorce, as well. 🤣
@@silhouettesuccess 😅😅😂😱 Got it.
Hi nice video. Can I use the pix scan with cameo 5? I just tried to put it and a piece of the cameo 5 got broken 😔
Why don’t you use printable glitter sticker paper instead of adding laminate to sticker paper? Does it work similarly?
The laminate adds a layer of protection. The stickers are less likely to scratch, and they're water resistant.
Can you use this with something that is already printed?
For example I have a lot of hard copy rewards that came with our abeka curriculum to cut out. It’s not digital, is there a way I can cut it out?
You can! It works best with a scanner, but I have gotten my phone to work, too.
Finally got that mat to work. The scanner is so much easier. However I did get it to notice my camera this time.
Do you have a link for the glossy laminate?
I don't use my camera, but my scanner and have trouble getting SS recognize my printer/scanner. How can I fix that?
I had to add mine to my network. I'm not familiar with most brands, but with Epson, that involved downloading the drivers and installing them. It prompts you as you go.
you have to do these steps every print and cut time ? and if you could narrow the top benefit of this PixScan mat, would it be more precised edges cut ? or is there other benefits to it ?
Yes. The process is the same for each time you use it. It is a lot, but it gets easier after you have a routine down. The biggest benefit is a large cut area. I only use it when I need a big design.
Hi Brenda, thank you for yet another great tutorial. May I ask you a question? I normally print my sentiments out, however I want to be able to add embossing powder to my sentiments so I've bought stamps instead, however I would like to be able to cut a shadow around the inked word, is this possible please. 😊😊. Thank you.
I'm not positive, but I think you might actually be able to use the Pixscan mat for that as well. Could you stamp your card, place it on the mat, scan it in, trace, then create the shadow from the trace and cut?
Does this work better with the newest software for Cameo 5? And can I use my old pix scan mat or is it a new one for Cameo 5? Thanks
Honestly, the software lags quite a bit as soon as you open up the pixscan panel. That's a bit disappointing. It does do a nice job, it just seems to take a bit longer than it should. My Pixscan mat is at least 3 years old and still works, so that's good.
I have tried over and over to get my pix scan mat to work with my phone and it just never turned out. I completely forgot about the scan option and I just got a new scanner. Looking forward to trying this mat again.
I found that the scanner was a lot more accurate. I think there is just too much room for error with the phone calibration.
HI, Brenda....question....did you calibrate even using the scanner (using the dot sheet.)? My laptop is new with only Silhouette Studio Bus. Ed. and Corel Draw...and it keeps crashing? Yes, everything is uptodate (drivers and Silhouette Ed. 4.5).
I did not calibrate with the scanner. You only need to calibrate with the camera. What are the specs on your computer? RAM and processor speed?
@@silhouettesuccess Processor 2.54 Ghz, and 16 GB, ram. The only other possible is my graphics card may not be able to handle it. I only used the laptop for my XTOOL Laser 10 Watt. It's packed up now, so I dumped everything and started fresh. Didn't have any trouble with the software. My Corel Draw does not lag at all. I have noticed though even on my Desktop....she takes awhile to process.
@@kittyrings the RAM is good. 2.5 ghz is the minimum requirement for running Studio. If there are any other programs open, you might run into issues. You can turn off anti-aliasing in the preferences and lower the packet size. That might help. Also, make sure to clear out your recovered projects. I just recently moved to a gaming computer. The thing is a beast, but it works really well. 4 ghz and 16 RAM.
Estaba esperando este video hace mucho, para saber si lo compro. Gracias
I'm glad it was helpful! You can request a video. I always try to get requests out quickly.
After watching this video I’m definitely not running out to get a mat. You mentioned no wasted materials, however I watched two sheets of sticker paper get wasted. Finally had to scan image to get it right. Kind of defeats the terminology of “PIC” scan.
I have to make a choice between making perfect content, or showing the real process. I almost always opt to show the real process, because it's frustrating for new users to see everything looking like it's super easy while they struggle. Calibrating the camera does leave room for error, but once it's done, you're good to go. The scanner gives much better results, but the camera is also a decent option, as long as you get through the process.
It's a learning process and there will always be casualties along the way.
I'm sure this isn't going to be for everyone, and that's ok. I do appreciate the feedback!!
I suspect the technology was probably designed with a scanner in mind, and the photo calibration was maybe an afterthought, to make it appeal to a wider audience?
I love the idea of using scraps of vinyl and cutting out patterned papers, can't wait to get my hands on one! Plus it's neat that you can use it to get bigger cuts than with regular print and cut.
I think it all depends upon a person's equipment. I had perfect success from the get-go using my phone. Zero issues. And I think I get a better, more accurate cut with the PixScan mat than I do with Print and Cut. The mat is affordable as well. But I guess it all depends on what a person wants. I really wanted to be able to cut out stamped and hand-colored images. It works beautifully for that purpose!
Hi, nice videos. Have you heard of any problems using the pix sxan? I used it on my cameo 5 and the roller broken
How do you get it to cut properly and not off set the images so one side has more white? Driving me batty…