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=== How to prepare a vector file PDF ===


*set all vector lines to line width 0.01 mm<br>
=== How to prepare a PDF ===
*document needs to be on RGB color setting (not CMYK)<br>
A vector PDF can be made with either inkscape or Adobe illustrator.
*when using text, outline the font, and merge (union) the letters into one shape<br>


*Inkscape is open source program, thus free to downloadː [http://www.inkscape.org/ http://www.inkscape.org]
*Illustrator is a commercial design software, which can be obtained via a licence ː [http://www.adobe.com/products/illustrator.html http://www.adobe.com/products/illustrator]
==== How to prep in inkscapə====
When your design is ready, set the page size. (menu > file > document properties)
[[File:1_how-to-prep_inkscape_document-size.jpg|200px]]
[[File:2_how-to-prep_inkscape_document-size.jpg|200px]]
Then select you design and open the fill & stroke menu (menu > object > fill&stroke) to define the lines.
*'''for cutting shapes''': turn off fill, turn on stroke, set it to 255 red, and set the stroke style to 0.02 mm<br>
*'''For engraving''' keep the fill on and set it to black, and turn the stroke off.
[[File:inkscape-fill-and-stroke-menu.jpg|600px]]
if objects need to be joined, first make sure it is not a group (menu > object > ungroup)
[[File:inkscape-using-union.jpg|800px]]


=== Tutorials ===


*Vinylcutter basics: [[How_to_use_the_Roland_GX-24|How to use the Roland vinylcutter]]
*Vinylcutter basics in Icelandic: [[Skera_út_límmiða#skref fyrir skref með mynd|Skera út límmið]]
*Vinylutter advanced: [http://fabacademy.org/archives/2014/students/wanders.linda/wk-3.2.html How to make a sticker with multiple colors]
*Inkscape: [[Inkscape_quick_start_guide|Quick start guide]]
*Inkscape: [[Inkscape_quick_start_guide#Changing_image_to_vector_using_trace_bitmap_option|How to change  image to vector in inkscape]]
*Inkscape for beginners: [[Inkscape_how_to_make_name_sticker|How to make name sticker in Inkscape]]


=== Tutorials ===


=== Tips ===
*Vinylcutter basics: [[How_to_use_the_Roland_GX-24|How to use the Roland vinylcutter]]
*Vinylcutter basics in Icelandic: [[Skera_út_límmiða|Skera út límmiða]]


*Put the design in outlines (no fill's) so you can check that there are no unwanted overlapping lines.<br>
*If you place a sticker on glass (window) it help to clean the glass first and keep it a bit wet. The water under the sticker will dry out (usually) within the day.
*Sticker design inspiration: [http://www.2expertsdesign.com/inspiration/the-most-handsome-80-high-design-wall-stickers http://www.2expertsdesign.com/inspiration/the-most-handsome-80-high-design-wall-stickers]


*Inkscape: [[Inkscape_quick_start_guide|Quick start guide]]
*Inkscape: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-xxhphybnE| How to convert a image to a vector (video)]
*Inkscape: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwqMusJwu3Y how to get started (video)]
*Inkscape beginners project: [[Inkscape_how_to_make_name_sticker|How to make name sticker in Inkscape]]


== Examples ==
== Examples ==

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Roland_GX-24_CAMM-1


Overview

The Roland GX-24 CAMM-1 is a drag knife cutter. You can feed the machine vinyl sticker material for creating custom sized stickers. You can also feed it copper sticker material, useful for flexible circuits or antenna design. The machine can take a material on roll or a piece with the maximum width of 58 centimeters. You will need to prepare a vector graphics file in the shape you want to cut. The vector design file needs exported to PDF file format.


Technical specifications

Roland GX-24 CAMM-1
Maximum cutting width: 58 cm


Usage machine

Portal:Safety: Do not put your hands near the tool path unless you are sure that the machine is not going to move!


How to prepare a PDF

A vector PDF can be made with either inkscape or Adobe illustrator.


How to prep in inkscapə

When your design is ready, set the page size. (menu > file > document properties)


Then select you design and open the fill & stroke menu (menu > object > fill&stroke) to define the lines.

  • for cutting shapes: turn off fill, turn on stroke, set it to 255 red, and set the stroke style to 0.02 mm
  • For engraving keep the fill on and set it to black, and turn the stroke off.



if objects need to be joined, first make sure it is not a group (menu > object > ungroup)


Tutorials


Examples

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